Nursing home · Fort Myers, FL
Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit
13960 Plantation Road, Fort Myers, FL 33912 · (239) 343-1705
Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit is a 75-bed government-owned nursing home in Fort Myers, Florida (Lee County). It has been certified to provide Medicare services since 2019. On average it cares for 72 residents a day (about 96% of its certified beds). CMS gives it an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars; the average in Florida is 3.3.
Ratings
| CMS rating | Stars |
|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Health inspections | ★★★★★ |
| Staffing | ★★★★★ |
| Quality measures | ★★★★★ |
Staffing
| Staffing | This home | Florida avg | US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 5.86 | 3.86 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 3.05 | 0.73 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 5.05 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 18% | 42% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 19% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 0 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | August 24, 2023 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 0 below the state average of 7 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 0 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 1 totalling $14,521 |
| Medicare payment denials | 0 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: Government - Hospital district. Legal business name: Lee Health System INC. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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Common questions
What is the star rating of Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit?
CMS rates Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit 5 out of 5 stars overall, with 5 stars for health inspections, 5 for staffing and 3 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit have?
75 certified beds, with an average of 72 residents a day.
Does Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicare. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit?
(239) 343-1705. Address: 13960 Plantation Road, Fort Myers, FL 33912.
Before you choose
- Visit at different times, including evenings and weekends.
- Ask how many residents each nurse and aide cares for on each shift.
- Read the latest inspection report and ask what has been fixed.
- Ask whether a bed is available for your coverage (Medicare, Medicaid or private pay).