Aviata At Sarasota

Aviata At Sarasota is a skilled nursing facility located at 1507 S Tuttle Ave in Sarasota, Florida 34239, situated in Sarasota County. The facility operates 120 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit limited liability company. It participates in both Medicare and Medicaid programs, making it a dual-certified facility under federal guidelines. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns Aviata At Sarasota an overall star rating of 1 out of 5. This composite rating is derived from three component ratings. The health inspection rating stands at 1 out of 5, reflecting findings from recent onsite surveys conducted by state inspectors. The staffing rating is 3 out of 5, representing a midpoint score relative to national norms for nurse staffing levels. The quality measure rating is 4 out of 5, indicating that the facility performs above average on clinical outcome metrics tracked by CMS. The facility maintains an active status with the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), which licenses and regulates nursing facilities in Florida. Aviata At Sarasota accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to specific eligibility criteria and coverage limits. Medicaid coverage at this facility is available for residents who meet Florida's financial and clinical eligibility requirements. Individuals seeking information about private pay options, long-term care insurance, or specific coverage questions should contact the facility directly at (941) 366-0336. When compared to Florida state averages, Aviata At Sarasota presents a mixed profile across its component ratings. The overall 1-star rating and the 1-star health inspection rating fall below the state average for Florida nursing facilities, where the typical overall rating is closer to 3 stars. The staffing rating of 3 stars aligns with the Florida midpoint, suggesting staffing levels that are generally consistent with other facilities across the state. Notably, the quality measure rating of 4 stars places the facility above the Florida average in that category, indicating stronger performance on measurable clinical outcomes such as rates of hospitalizations, falls, and pressure ulcers relative to peer facilities. Families and healthcare professionals researching placement options are encouraged to consider all component ratings alongside personal visits and direct conversations with facility administration when evaluating care options.