Florida Nursing Home Inspection Trends
Official government inspection records for 687 nursing facilities
Executive Summary
Florida has 687 nursing facilities with 15,234 inspection findings on record, including 823 serious deficiencies (J/K/L) based on official government records from 2022-2026.
Key Findings:
- 687 nursing facilities across 298 cities
- 15,234 total inspection findings
- 823 serious deficiencies (J/K/L)
- 119.8 serious deficiencies per 100 facilities
Inspection Trends by Year
| Year | Facilities Inspected | Total Deficiencies | Serious (J/K/L) | J | K | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 78 | 398 | 24 | 18 | 5 | 1 |
| 2025 | 672 | 6,856 | 368 | 292 | 68 | 8 |
Top Cities by Facility Count
| City | Facilities | Total Deficiencies | Serious Deficiencies | Per Facility |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami | 24 | 1,156 | 52 | 2.17 |
| Tampa | 22 | 1,056 | 48 | 2.18 |
Most Common Deficiency Categories
| Tag | Description | Total Citations | Serious |
|---|---|---|---|
| F880 | Administration | 756 | 52 |
| F689 | Quality of Care | 734 | 92 |
Methodology
This report analyzes CMS inspection records for facilities located in Florida (state code: FL). Data includes all inspection records from January 1, 2022 through the most recent available data.
Data Source: CMS Nursing Home Inspect via ProPublica
Date Range: January 1, 2022 – May 31, 2026
Total Facilities: 687
Total Inspection Findings: 15,234
Definitions:
- Total Deficiencies: All inspection findings (A-L severity)
- Serious Deficiencies: J (potential harm), K (actual harm), L (immediate jeopardy)
- Per 100 Facilities: Serious count ÷ facility count × 100
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Report ID: RPT-2026-FL | Methodology | Data Sources