About Waters Edge Health and Rehabilitation
Waters Edge Health And Rehabilitation, located in PALM CITY, FL, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid. This facility is part of a continuing care retirement community.
Why Families Choose Waters Edge Health and Rehabilitation
- High Quality Care: With a 5-star CMS rating, this facility demonstrates high standards.
- Top Ranked: Ranked #1 out of 21 facilities within 25 miles.
- More Nursing Time: Staff spends 5.29 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 5 Stars
- Nursing Hours 5.29 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
This facility is part of the LIFE CARE SERVICES network. This chain operates 44 facilities.
Chain Performance Overview
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Nursing Staff Analysis
Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Above Average Staffing
Waters Edge Health and Rehabilitation provides more care hours than the state average and more than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 |
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| Health Inspection | 5 |
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| Quality Measures | 5 |
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| Staffing | 5 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 4 | May 30, 2025 |
| Weighted Average | 6 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending Jun 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.
Medicare claims-based measures
Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) | 29.9% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 11.2% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 0.6% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 0.4% |
MDS-based measures
Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) | 19.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 2.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 4.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 2.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 99.1% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | N/A |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 18.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 1.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 20.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 18.5% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
No Complaints on Record
This facility has no complaints filed in our database, which suggests good resident satisfaction and quality care.
Nearby Hospitals
HCA FLORIDA LAWNWOOD HOSPITAL
FORT PIERCE, FL
ST LUCIE MEDICAL CENTER
PORT SAINT LUCIE, FL
PALM BEACH GARDENS MEDICAL CENTER
PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL
CLEVELAND CLINIC MARTIN NORTH HOSPITAL
STUART, FL
JUPITER MEDICAL CENTER
JUPITER, FL
PORT ST LUCIE HOSPITAL
PORT SAINT LUCIE, FL
CORAL SHORES BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
STUART, FL
Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
SANDHILL COVE LLC
Ownership Structure
- LCS SANDHILL COVE HOLDCO LLC Indirect
- MPM SANDHILL COVE JV INVESTORS LLC Indirect
- MPM SENIOR LIVING REAL ESTATE INVESTORS LP Indirect
Management & Direction
- JOHN BIRD MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- JAMES DAVIS MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- PATRICK DUFFY MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- DANIEL LAHEY MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- PAUL LOWERY ADP OF THE SNF
- PAUL LOWERY OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- ERIN MONTEGUT ADP OF THE SNF
- ERIN MONTEGUT OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- SHAWN PERRIGO ADP OF THE SNF
- SHAWN PERRIGO OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- GELYNNA SHAW MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- BRIDGETTE UHLEMANN MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- JASON VICTOR MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- JASON VICTOR OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Waters Edge Health and Rehabilitation | N/A | 5 |
| Seabranch Health and Rehabilitation Center | N/A | 5 |
| Gardens Court | N/A | 5 |
| Port St Lucie Rehabilitation and Healthcare | N/A | 3 |
| The Waterford | N/A | 4 |
| Stuart Rehabilitation and Healthcare | N/A | 4 |
| Palm Garden of Port Saint Lucie | N/A | 5 |
| Solaris Healthcare Parkway | N/A | 4 |
| Palm City Nursing and Rehab Center | N/A | 5 |
| Ardie R Copas State Veterans Nursing Home | N/A | 5 |
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Ownership Details
Complete list of registered owners, including direct and indirect ownership.
Noted Deficiencies
Detailed history of deficiencies with descriptions and correction dates.
Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
- Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
- Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
- Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
- Room type (private vs. semi-private)
- Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
- Length of stay and specific services required
For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Waters Edge Health and Rehabilitation directly at 7722235863. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
Environment & Cleanliness
- Overall cleanliness and odors
- Resident room conditions
- Common area maintenance
- Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
- Staff-to-resident ratios
- How staff interact with residents
- Response time to resident needs
- Staff knowledge and professionalism
Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.