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Bridgewater Park Health & Rehabilitation Center

9280 SOUTH WEST 81ST CT, Ocala, FL, 34481 · 7656645400

Nursing HomeMedicare CertifiedMedicaid CertifiedUpdated 2026-05-20
5.0
★★★★★
Overall Rating
Health Inspection
4.0
Staffing
3.0
Quality Measures
5.0
120
Licensed Beds
3.0
Staffing Rating
Bridgewater Park Health & Rehabilitation Center holds an overall 5-star rating from CMS, which is the highest possible score and places it well above most facilities nationwide. That overall rating is a composite built from three separate scores, so it reflects a fuller picture of the facility than any single number could on its own. On health inspections, Bridgewater Park earned 4 out of 5 stars, meaning state inspectors found fewer or less serious problems there than at most nursing homes. That is a good sign for families who want to know the facility is being run safely and responsibly. The quality measures rating is a perfect 5 stars, which is the most clinically meaningful score for many families. It is based on 15 real health outcomes for residents, things like rates of falls, pressure sores, hospitalizations, and pain management, so a top score here says the people living there are genuinely faring well. Staffing comes in at 3 stars, which is average, meaning the number of nursing hours per resident is in line with typical facilities but not a standout. Families should feel reassured that the overall picture is strong, though it is worth asking the facility directly about nurse-to-resident ratios if consistent hands-on care is a top priority for your loved one.
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Questions to ask when visiting
1. How many residents does each certified nursing assistant typically care for during the day shift, and how does that number change at night and on weekends? 2. How often do residents get assigned the same aides and nurses, and what happens to their care routine when a staff member calls out sick? 3. Can you walk me through exactly what you do to prevent falls, and how do you handle things differently for a resident who has already fallen once? 4. If my loved one has a concern or feels uncomfortable with something, who do they talk to, and can you give me an example of a complaint that was made and how it was resolved? 5. What does a typical weekday look like for a resident who is not participating in scheduled activities, and how much time do they spend out of their room? 6. What were your findings on your most recent state inspection, and where can I see the full report? "For more guidance on evaluating facilities, see our guide to [questions to ask when choosing a Florida nursing home](/blog/questions-to-ask-before-choosing-a-nursing-home-in-florida)."
About CMS Star Ratings

CMS assigns 1–5 star ratings to Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing homes based on three domains: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. The overall rating is a weighted composite.

A 5-star overall rating does not guarantee excellence in every domain — inspect each sub-rating independently. Data is updated quarterly.

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Data sourced from CMS Care Compare. Last updated via nightly pipeline.