HIGHLANDS LAKE CENTER

4240 LAKELAND HIGHLANDS RD, LAKELAND, Florida 33813

Phone: (863) 646-8699

2/5Below Average

Verified Data

Sources: CMS Care CompareUpdated: April 2026How we compile →

Facility Report Card

Overall CMS rating is 2/5 stars — "Below Average."
Total nurse staffing of 3.4 hrs/resident/day is below the national average (~3.8).
No fines recorded in the current CMS reporting period.
33 deficiencies recorded.

CMS Star Ratings

Overall

Below Average

Health Inspection

Below Average

Staffing

Average

Quality Measures

Above Average

Staffing Data

Total Nurse Staffing (hrs/resident/day)	3.42
RN Staffing (hrs/resident/day)	0.65
Staff Turnover Rate	51.4%
Staffing Star Rating

Penalties & Fines

Fines

Total Fine Amount

Deficiencies

Severe Deficiencies

Facility Details

Certified Beds	179
Average Residents/Day	157.9
Ownership Type	For profit - Corporation
Provider Type	Medicare and Medicaid
Continuing Care Community	No
Resident & Family Council	Resident
Ownership Changed (12 mo)	No
Special Focus Status	None
CMS Certification #	105620

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating of HIGHLANDS LAKE CENTER?

HIGHLANDS LAKE CENTER has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which is considered "Below Average." This composite score reflects health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures as reported by CMS Care Compare.

How many beds does HIGHLANDS LAKE CENTER have?

HIGHLANDS LAKE CENTER is a large facility with 179 certified beds and an average of 157.9 residents per day. It is located in LAKELAND, Florida.

What is the staffing level at HIGHLANDS LAKE CENTER?

HIGHLANDS LAKE CENTER provides 3.42 total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, which is below the national average. Registered Nurse (RN) hours are 0.65 per resident per day. The total nursing staff turnover rate is 51.4%.

Has HIGHLANDS LAKE CENTER received any fines or penalties?

HIGHLANDS LAKE CENTER has no recorded fines or penalties in the current CMS reporting period. This is a positive indicator of regulatory compliance.

What type of ownership is HIGHLANDS LAKE CENTER?

HIGHLANDS LAKE CENTER is classified as "For profit - Corporation" by CMS.

Is HIGHLANDS LAKE CENTER Medicare or Medicaid certified?

HIGHLANDS LAKE CENTER is certified as "Medicare and Medicaid" by CMS. This means it participates in Medicare and Medicaid programs and must meet federal quality standards.

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