Nursing home

Lake Wales Health and Rehabilitation Center

730 N Scenic Hwy, Lake Wales, FL, 33853

CMS ownership records associate this facility with Ahava Healthcare · For profit - Corporation.

CMS overall rating
CMS overall rating: 1 out of 51of 5

At a glance

CMS reports a 1-star overall rating for Lake Wales Health and Rehabilitation Center, with 36 inspection citations on record (3 higher severity). No federal fine or payment-denial records appear in the current dataset.
CMS overall
1
of 5
Health inspection
1
of 5
Staffing
3
of 5
Quality measures
3
of 5
Certified beds
100
CMS-reported

CMS rating profile

The four CMS ratings on one aligned scale, with county and state averages for context.

Rating profile

How this facility's overall rating relates to its three CMS component ratings.

Overall1 of 5
Health inspection1 of 5
Staffing3 of 5
Quality measures3 of 5

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Comparative context

This facility's CMS overall rating next to its county and state averages.

This facility 1
15
Polk Co. avg 2.46Florida avg 3.27This facility
This facility: 1 of 5. Polk Co. avg: 2.46. Florida avg: 3.27.

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17 · site-calculated context, not a CMS rating

Methodology
Averages are calculated from CMS records included in this dataset and exclude facilities CMS has not rated. A neutral reference point, not a CMS rating or a pass/fail line.

Inspections and citations

Health-inspection citations CMS reports for this facility. Individual records are in the technical appendix.

Citation profile

How many citations CMS reports, how severe, and when they occurred.

36
Citations on record
3
Higher severity (G–L)
10
From complaints
0
Infection control
Citations by inspection year
52021
112022
22023
102024
82025
Higher severity Standard

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Methodology
Severity uses the CMS scope-and-severity letter (G–L count as higher severity). Counts are CMS-reported inspection findings, not a judgment about current conditions.

Federal records

Federal fines (CMPs) and payment-denial records CMS reports in the recent reporting period. These are distinct record types and are never merged.

No federal penalty records are included in this data for this facility.

Staffing and care

Selected CMS care indicators for long-stay residents, with a typical level for context. The CMS staffing star rating appears in the rating profile above.

Selected care measures

How this facility's reported care indicators sit against a typical level.

3 of 3 care measures reported by CMS
On antipsychotic medication(lower is better)6.37%

Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication.

With new/worsened pressure ulcers(lower is better)5.09%

Long-stay residents with new or worsened pressure ulcers.

Falls with major injury(lower is better)2.21%

Long-stay residents with one or more falls with major injury.

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17 · site-calculated context, not a CMS rating

Methodology
The tick marks a typical level for context and is calculated from CMS records included in this dataset — not a CMS rating. Per-shift staffing hours are not part of this dataset. Missing values are shown as “Not reported”, never as zero.

Facilities and agencies grouped by CMS-reported ownership fields. A company appearing here does not by itself mean it controlled day-to-day care or did anything wrong.

Owner / organizationRole
Mfi Healthcare Fl LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST
Ecm Holdings LLC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST
Niederman, AnshelMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
Niederman, AnshelCORPORATE OFFICER
Dean, ByronOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
Spadola, CaraOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
Eisen, MenasheINDIVIDUAL IS AN OWNER, PARTNER OR TRUSTEE OF ANY ADP OF THE SNF
Philipson, BentINDIVIDUAL IS AN OWNER, PARTNER OR TRUSTEE OF ANY ADP OF THE SNF
Philipson, GabrielleINDIVIDUAL IS AN OWNER, PARTNER OR TRUSTEE OF ANY ADP OF THE SNF
Philipson, RaquelINDIVIDUAL IS AN OWNER, PARTNER OR TRUSTEE OF ANY ADP OF THE SNF
Forvis Mazars LLPADP OF THE SNF
Dean, ByronADP OF THE SNF
Spadola, CaraADP OF THE SNF

Nearby facilities

Other CMS-certified nursing homes near Polk County.

730 N Scenic Hwy, Lake Wales
Polk County · FL · 33853
100 certified beds27.9121, -81.5880

Verify the current location and license with official sources.

FacilityLocationOverallHealthStaffingCMS abuse iconFederal penalties
Lake Eustis Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
CCN 105001
Eustis, FL213Not shown$17,345
Beach Street Health and Rehabilitation Center
CCN 105002
Daytona Beach, FL434Not shown$0
Coral Gables Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
CCN 105005
Miami, FL555Not shown$0
Biscayne Health and Rehabilitation Center
CCN 105008
North Miami, FL544Not shown$0
Golfcrest Nursing Center
CCN 105009
Hollywood, FL334Not shown$40,755
Aviata at the Sea - Pasadena
CCN 105012
South Pasadena, FL22Not shown$79,797

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Frequently asked questions

What is Lake Wales Health and Rehabilitation Center's CMS rating?

Lake Wales Health and Rehabilitation Center has a 1-star CMS overall rating (out of 5) in the current dataset, with CMS component ratings of 1 for health inspections, 3 for staffing, and 3 for quality measures. A star rating is a CMS summary of past data, not a judgment about current conditions.

Where is Lake Wales Health and Rehabilitation Center located?

Lake Wales Health and Rehabilitation Center is located at 730 N Scenic Hwy, Lake Wales, FL, 33853 in Polk County, and CMS lists 100 certified beds.

Does Lake Wales Health and Rehabilitation Center have federal penalties or payment denials on record?

The current CMS data shows no federal penalty amounts or payment denials for Lake Wales Health and Rehabilitation Center over roughly the past three years. Records can change; confirm current status on CMS Care Compare.

How does Lake Wales Health and Rehabilitation Center's rating compare to nearby facilities?

Lake Wales Health and Rehabilitation Center's CMS overall rating is 1 of 5. For comparison, the average CMS overall rating is 2.46 across 25 facilities in Polk County, and 3.27 across Florida. Averages exclude facilities CMS has not rated, and a star rating is a CMS summary, not a judgment about any individual facility.

How can I verify Lake Wales Health and Rehabilitation Center's current information?

SeniorCareRating.com organizes public CMS data and is not affiliated with CMS. Confirm Lake Wales Health and Rehabilitation Center's current ratings, inspection reports, and license status on the official CMS Care Compare site and with your state survey agency.

Technical appendix

Record identifiers

CMS provider number (CCN)
106069
Ownership type
For profit - Corporation
Certified beds
100
Data snapshot
2026-07-17
All 36 citation records
DateCMS tagSeverityTypeCMS deficiency statusCorrection date
Jun 24, 20250584GComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 11, 2025
Apr 30, 20250600GComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMay 30, 2025
Apr 30, 20250610DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMay 30, 2025
Apr 30, 20250695DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMay 30, 2025
Apr 30, 20250726DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMay 30, 2025
Apr 30, 20250732FComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMay 30, 2025
Apr 30, 20250755DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMay 30, 2025
Apr 30, 20250759DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMay 30, 2025
Jun 24, 20240636DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 24, 2024
Jun 24, 20240641DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 24, 2024
Jun 24, 20240645EStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 24, 2024
Jun 24, 20240655DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 24, 2024
Jun 24, 20240657DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 24, 2024
Jun 24, 20240695DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 24, 2024
Jun 24, 20240758DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 24, 2024
Jun 24, 20240812FStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 24, 2024
Jun 24, 20240882FStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 24, 2024
Jun 24, 20240908FStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 24, 2024
Jun 19, 20230600DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 7, 2023
Jun 19, 20230689DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionJul 10, 2023
Aug 11, 20220550DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 11, 2022
Aug 11, 20220582DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 11, 2022
Aug 11, 20220623DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 11, 2022
Aug 11, 20220625DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 11, 2022
Aug 11, 20220688DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSep 11, 2022
Showing the 25 most recent of 36 citations.

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