LIFE CARE CENTER OF SARASOTA
8104 TUTTLE AVE
SARASOTA FL 34243
Phone: 9413606411
For profit - Individual
Official CMS provider data, processing date 2026-09-01. Not an endorsement.
- Overall rating vs. the Florida average: 0.7 star higher (3.3), above average
- Overall rating vs. the national average: 1.0 star higher (3.0), above average
- Overall rating vs. the Sarasota average: 0.9 star higher (3.1), above average
CMS does not record an abuse citation or Special Focus designation for this facility in the current data.
Facility details
Size, ownership, and inspection history as reported to CMS.
| Certified beds | 120 |
| Average residents per day | 106.5 |
| Occupancy | 89% |
| Ownership | For profit - Individual |
| Chain | LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA (194 facilities) |
| County | Manatee |
| Provider type | Medicare and Medicaid |
| First certified for Medicare & Medicaid | 2000-06-29 |
| CMS certification number (CCN) | 106025 |
| Health deficiencies in the latest inspection cycle | 7 |
Staffing and turnover
Staffing hours and turnover are among the most predictive measures CMS publishes.
| Adjusted total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 3.83 |
| Reported total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 3.75 |
| Registered nurse turnover | 69.0% |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 45.2% |
| Resident and family council | No |
Fines and penalties
Civil money penalties and payment denials on record, as published by CMS.
| Fines (count) | 2 |
| Fines (total value) | $18,780 |
| Payment denials | 0 |
| Total penalties | 2 |
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Is LIFE CARE CENTER OF SARASOTA highly rated?
CMS rates it 4 out of 5 overall, which CMS labels "Above average". Health inspections rate 3, staffing 3, and quality measures 5.
How many beds does LIFE CARE CENTER OF SARASOTA have?
CMS certifies 120 beds; the facility reports an average of 106.5 residents per day (about 89% occupancy).
Does LIFE CARE CENTER OF SARASOTA have any fines or citations?
Yes. CMS records $18,780 in fines and 0 payment denials for this facility.
Has LIFE CARE CENTER OF SARASOTA been cited for abuse?
CMS does not record an abuse citation or Special Focus designation for this facility in the current data.