Aviata at the Harbor

Name: Aviata at the Harbor
Address: 1410 DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR ST N, Safety Harbor, FL, 34695, US
Telephone: 7277261181

1410 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St N, Safety Harbor, FL 34695 · Pinellas County · 120 certified beds · avg 85 residents/day · certified since Mar 1, 1987

Part of chain: AVIATA HEALTH GROUP (50 facilities, chain avg rating 2.4★)

2/5

Health inspection rating (on-site)

Serious findings on record

Fines, last 3 years

3.32

Nurse hours/resident/day (adjusted)

What health inspectors found (on-site government inspections — the most independent evidence available)

Health inspection rating: ★★☆☆☆2/5 · CMS overall rating: 2/5

The health inspection star above is graded on a curve within each state — a set share of each state's facilities gets each star level — so a facility can have few citations and still rate 2–3 stars if others in its state did even better. The overall rating combines that inspection score with staffing and self-reported quality measures.

All citations in the current public record (29)

CMS publishes roughly the last three inspection cycles plus recent complaint investigations. Older surveys drop out of the record as new ones are completed.

Date	Severity	What the facility was cited for
Jun 10, 2026	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not allow a resident's chosen representative — often a family member or someone with power of attorney — to exercise the resident's rights on their behalf. When a resident can't speak for themselves, their representative steps into that role. · from a complaint
Jun 10, 2026	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not make sure residents were fully informed about their own health, care, and treatments in a way they could understand. · from a complaint
Jun 10, 2026	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not create and follow a basic care plan covering a new resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of admission. The first days are when a new resident is most vulnerable. · from a complaint
Jun 10, 2026	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not develop or follow a complete care plan for each resident — the written roadmap covering all of a resident's needs, with measurable goals and timelines. · from a complaint
Aug 1, 2024	F · Potential for harm, facility-wide	The facility did not get its food from approved, safe sources, or did not store, prepare, and serve food according to professional food safety standards.
Aug 1, 2024	E · Potential for harm, repeated	The facility did not provide safe and appropriate respiratory care — such as oxygen, breathing treatments, or care for residents on breathing equipment — for residents who needed it.
Aug 1, 2024	E · Potential for harm, repeated	The facility did not label drugs according to professional standards or did not store them in locked compartments, with controlled drugs (medications with a high risk of misuse) kept under a separate lock.
Aug 1, 2024	E · Potential for harm, repeated	The facility did not serve food and drinks that were appetizing, attractive, and at a safe and pleasant temperature.
Aug 1, 2024	E · Potential for harm, repeated	The facility did not have or follow an effective program to prevent and control infections — such as proper hand washing, cleaning, and isolation practices. This is the most commonly cited deficiency nationwide.
Aug 1, 2024	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not keep the environment free of accident hazards, or did not provide enough supervision to prevent accidents like falls.
Aug 1, 2024	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility's medication error rate was 5 percent or higher — meaning too many doses were given incorrectly, such as the wrong drug, dose, or time.
Jun 30, 2022	E · Potential for harm, repeated	The facility did not provide a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike environment, including safe support for residents' daily living needs.
Jun 30, 2022	E · Potential for harm, repeated	The facility did not have or follow an effective program to prevent and control infections — such as proper hand washing, cleaning, and isolation practices. This is the most commonly cited deficiency nationwide.
Jun 30, 2022	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not allow residents to take their own medications when a clinical review showed they could do so safely. Residents have this right if their care team determines it's appropriate.
Jun 30, 2022	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not develop or follow a complete care plan for each resident — the written roadmap covering all of a resident's needs, with measurable goals and timelines.
Jun 30, 2022	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not provide safe and appropriate respiratory care — such as oxygen, breathing treatments, or care for residents on breathing equipment — for residents who needed it.
Jun 30, 2022	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not provide safe and appropriate pain management for a resident who needed it.
Jun 30, 2022	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility's medication error rate was 5 percent or higher — meaning too many doses were given incorrectly, such as the wrong drug, dose, or time.
Jun 30, 2022	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not label drugs according to professional standards or did not store them in locked compartments, with controlled drugs (medications with a high risk of misuse) kept under a separate lock.
Mar 5, 2021	E · Potential for harm, repeated	The facility did not keep the environment free of accident hazards, or did not provide enough supervision to prevent accidents like falls.
Mar 5, 2021	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not allow residents to take their own medications when a clinical review showed they could do so safely. Residents have this right if their care team determines it's appropriate.
Mar 5, 2021	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not make reasonable adjustments to fit each resident's individual needs and preferences — things like call buttons within reach, preferred wake-up times, or accessible room setups.
Mar 5, 2021	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft to the proper authorities quickly enough, or did not report the results of its investigation.
Mar 5, 2021	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not provide the help residents need with basic daily activities — like bathing, dressing, eating, and using the bathroom — for residents who cannot do these things on their own.
Mar 5, 2021	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not provide activities that meet residents' needs and interests. Nursing homes must offer meaningful activity programs, not just leave residents idle.
Mar 5, 2021	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not safely and appropriately administer IV fluids (fluids given through a vein) for residents who needed them.
Mar 5, 2021	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not provide safe and appropriate respiratory care — such as oxygen, breathing treatments, or care for residents on breathing equipment — for residents who needed it.
Mar 5, 2021	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not provide safe, appropriate care for residents who need dialysis — the treatment that filters the blood when kidneys fail.
Mar 5, 2021	D · Potential for harm, one-off	The facility did not label drugs according to professional standards or did not store them in locked compartments, with controlled drugs (medications with a high risk of misuse) kept under a separate lock.

Inspection trend by year

Citations from standard inspections stayed about the same across the last two inspection cycles (8 → 7).

Year	Citations	Worst severity that year
2021	10	E
2022	8	E
2024	7	F
2026	4	D

Counts reflect the current CMS public record (~3 inspection cycles plus complaint investigations); years with no surveys show no row. Inspection frequency varies, so compare severity as well as counts.

Fines and enforcement (last 3 years)

No fines or payment denials in the published 3-year window.

Nurse staffing (from payroll records, adjusted for how much care residents need)

Measure	This facility	Florida avg	U.S. avg	Where it stands
Total nurse staffing (hours per resident per day)	3.32	4.03	3.95	bottom 4% in Florida; bottom 27% in the U.S.
Registered Nurse hours	0.49	0.76	0.69	bottom 22% in Florida; bottom 37% in the U.S.
Weekend total nurse staffing	2.96	3.68	3.50	bottom 2% in Florida; bottom 29% in the U.S.
Weekend RN hours (not acuity-adjusted)	0.35	0.53	0.48	bottom 30% in Florida; bottom 42% in the U.S.
Total nursing staff turnover (%)	0.0	41.4	45.8	—
RN turnover (%)	0.0	46.0	42.9	—

Hours are per resident per day, case-mix adjusted by CMS so facilities caring for sicker residents can be compared fairly (same basis as the CMS staffing star). "Top X%" means better than most facilities: more staffing hours, or lower turnover. Raw (unadjusted) reported hours: total 3.39, RN 0.50, weekend 3.02. Staffing rating: 1/5.

Self-reported quality measures

Note: these ratings are based on data the facility reports about itself to CMS. They are not independently verified by inspectors, and can look better than inspection findings. Give more weight to the inspection results above.

Quality measures rating: 5/5 · long-stay residents: 5/5 · short-stay residents: —/5

Who owns this facility

For profit - Limited Liability company

Owner / manager	Type	Role	Stake	Since
Dr MLK Parent LLC	Organization	Direct Ownership Interest	NOT APPLICABLE	09/01/2023
Safety Harbor Health Holdco LLC	Organization	Indirect Ownership Interest	NOT APPLICABLE	09/01/2023
Aspire Mgt LLC	Organization	ADP of the SNF	NOT APPLICABLE	09/01/2023
Dagan, Amitai	Individual	Individual Is an Owner, Partner or Trustee of Any ADP of the SNF	NOT APPLICABLE	07/04/2025
Edelmann, Christopher	Individual	Operational/Managerial Control	NOT APPLICABLE	04/08/2024
Edelmann, Christopher	Individual	ADP of the SNF	NOT APPLICABLE	04/08/2024
Freund, Nochum	Individual	Corporate Officer	NOT APPLICABLE	09/01/2023
Freund, Nochum	Individual	Operational/Managerial Control	NOT APPLICABLE	09/01/2023
Goldberger, Abraham	Individual	Individual Is an Owner, Partner or Trustee of Any ADP of the SNF	NOT APPLICABLE	07/04/2025
Goldberger, Faigy	Individual	Individual Is an Owner, Partner or Trustee of Any ADP of the SNF	NOT APPLICABLE	07/04/2025
Herskowitz, Eliezer	Individual	Individual Is an Owner, Partner or Trustee of Any ADP of the SNF	NOT APPLICABLE	07/04/2025
Herskowitz, Yaakov	Individual	Individual Is an Owner, Partner or Trustee of Any ADP of the SNF	NOT APPLICABLE	07/04/2025
Palanca, Eduardo	Individual	Operational/Managerial Control	NOT APPLICABLE	07/01/2024
Palanca, Eduardo	Individual	ADP of the SNF	NOT APPLICABLE	07/01/2024
Travitsky, Aaron	Individual	Individual Is an Owner, Partner or Trustee of Any ADP of the SNF	NOT APPLICABLE	07/04/2025

Questions to ask on your visit

Generated from this facility's actual citation record — bring them to a tour and ask the administrator directly.

"How do you involve a resident's representative in care decisions, and how quickly are they consulted?"
"How do you explain health changes and treatment options to residents and their families?"
"What does the care plan for a brand-new resident cover in the first 48 hours, and who writes it?"
"Can you show me an example care plan, and how are families included when it's created and updated?"
"What did your most recent kitchen inspection find, and can I see how food is stored and prepared?"
"How many residents here use oxygen or breathing equipment, and who checks that equipment each shift?"
"Can you show me how medications are stored and secured on the units, including controlled drugs?"
"Could I join residents for a meal to see the food quality and temperature for myself?"
"What is your current ratio of nursing staff to residents on day, evening, and weekend shifts?"
"Can I see the results and plan of correction from your most recent state inspection?"

Nearby facilities (within 20 miles)

Facility	Distance	City	Overall	Inspection	Flags
Regency Oaks Health Center	1.9 mi	Clearwater, FL	★★☆☆☆	1/5
Westchester Gardens Health & Rehabilitation	2.6 mi	Clearwater, FL	★★★★☆	3/5
Aviata at Oldsmar	2.9 mi	Oldsmar, FL	★☆☆☆☆	1/5
Advanced Care Center	3.0 mi	Clearwater, FL	★★★★☆	3/5
Palm Garden of Clearwater	3.0 mi	Clearwater, FL	★★☆☆☆	1/5
Aviata at Countryside	3.7 mi	Palm Harbor, FL	★★★☆☆	3/5
Harbourwood Post-Acute and Rehabilitation Center	3.7 mi	Clearwater, FL	★☆☆☆☆	1/5	abuse
Aviata at Sand Key	3.8 mi	Clearwater, FL	★★☆☆☆	1/5
Kensington Gardens Rehab and Nursing Center	4.1 mi	Clearwater, FL	★☆☆☆☆	1/5
Aviata at Lakeside Oaks	4.6 mi	Dunedin, FL	★★☆☆☆	2/5
Lake Haven Nursing and Rehab Center	4.7 mi	Dunedin, FL	★☆☆☆☆	1/5
Oakpark Health and Rehabilitation Center	4.8 mi	Palm Harbor, FL	★★★☆☆	2/5

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Facility data as of CMS processing date 2026-08-01. CCN 105549.

The Care File

Visit checklist — Aviata at the Harbor

1410 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St N, Safety Harbor, FL 34695 · 7277261181

Health inspection rating 2/5 · CMS overall 2/5· Fines (3y): $0

Questions for the administrator:

☐ "How do you involve a resident's representative in care decisions, and how quickly are they consulted?"
☐ "How do you explain health changes and treatment options to residents and their families?"
☐ "What does the care plan for a brand-new resident cover in the first 48 hours, and who writes it?"
☐ "Can you show me an example care plan, and how are families included when it's created and updated?"
☐ "What did your most recent kitchen inspection find, and can I see how food is stored and prepared?"
☐ "How many residents here use oxygen or breathing equipment, and who checks that equipment each shift?"
☐ "Can you show me how medications are stored and secured on the units, including controlled drugs?"
☐ "Could I join residents for a meal to see the food quality and temperature for myself?"
☐ "What is your current ratio of nursing staff to residents on day, evening, and weekend shifts?"
☐ "Can I see the results and plan of correction from your most recent state inspection?"

While you're there, notice:

☐ Smell and cleanliness in hallways, not just the lobby
☐ How staff speak to residents; call lights answered promptly
☐ Residents up, dressed, and engaged (visit mealtimes and a weekend if you can)

Data: CMS Provider Data Catalog, version 2026-08-01 · CCN 105549 · Verify at medicare.gov/care-compare · Printed from The Care File (thecarefile.com)