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Sands at South Beach Care Center, the
42 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139 (opens Google Maps) · Miami-Dade County · (305) 672-1771· 230 certified beds · avg 189 residents/day · certified since Mar 24, 1970 · Medicare and Medicaid certified
Certified for both programmes. Certification means the facility can bill Medicaid — it does not mean a Medicaid-funded bed is free right now, so ask directly. Who pays for nursing home care →
Part of chain: ONYX HEALTH (11 facilities, chain avg rating 4.2★)
4/5
Health inspection rating (on-site)
inspected Jul 24, 2025
0
Serious findings on record
$0
Fines, last 3 years
3.63
Nurse hours/resident/day (adjusted)
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What health inspectors found (on-site government inspections — the most independent evidence available)
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Health inspection rating: ★★★★☆4/5 · CMS overall rating: 5/5 · how star ratings work →
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 quality measures from resident assessments and claims.
Inspection findings in the public record
Showing the latest 3 of 26 inspection findings. Open the full record below to read every finding.
The facility did not honor residents' right to make their own choices about their daily lives, such as when to wake up, what to eat, or how to spend their time. F-0561
The facility did not give residents reasonable access to and privacy in using ways to communicate, such as phones, mail, and email. Residents have the right to stay in touch with the outside world privately. · from a complaint F-0576
The facility did not keep residents' personal and medical information private and confidential. · from a complaint F-0583
View all 26 inspection findingsShow only the latest 3 findings
CMS publishes roughly the last three inspection cycles plus recent complaint investigations. Older surveys drop out of the record as new ones are completed — that window is CMS's, not ours. Within it, every citation CMS publishes for this facility is listed here: none excluded.
| Date | Severity | What the facility was cited for |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 24, 2025 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not honor residents' right to make their own choices about their daily lives, such as when to wake up, what to eat, or how to spend their time. · F-0561 |
| Jun 3, 2025 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not give residents reasonable access to and privacy in using ways to communicate, such as phones, mail, and email. Residents have the right to stay in touch with the outside world privately. · from a complaint · F-0576 |
| Jun 3, 2025 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not keep residents' personal and medical information private and confidential. · from a complaint · F-0583 |
| Jun 3, 2025 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | 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 · F-0656 |
| Mar 7, 2024 | E · Potential for more than minimal harm, pattern | The facility did not keep its building and grounds safe, functional, clean, and comfortable for residents, staff, and visitors. · F-0921 |
| Mar 7, 2024 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not treat residents with dignity and respect, or did not honor their rights to make their own decisions and communicate freely. This is one of the most fundamental resident rights. · F-0550 |
| Mar 7, 2024 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not accurately assess a resident's health and needs. Assessments are the foundation for all the care a resident receives. · F-0641 |
| Mar 7, 2024 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not coordinate resident assessments with the state's pre-admission screening program for mental illness and intellectual disabilities, or failed to refer residents for the special services they need. · F-0644 |
| Mar 7, 2024 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not properly complete the required screening (called PASARR) that identifies whether a person entering a nursing home has a mental illness or intellectual disability and needs specialized services. · F-0645 |
| Mar 7, 2024 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not provide pharmacy services that meet each resident's needs, or did not employ or contract with a licensed pharmacist. · F-0755 |
| Mar 7, 2024 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not properly inform residents or their representatives about arbitration agreements — contracts that give up the right to sue in court — including their right to refuse to sign. · F-0847 |
| Mar 7, 2024 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not run an ongoing quality assurance committee that reviews care problems and creates plans to fix them. · F-0867 |
| Mar 7, 2024 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | 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. · F-0880 |
| Dec 1, 2022 | F · Potential for more than minimal harm, widespread | 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. · F-0812 |
| Dec 1, 2022 | E · Potential for more than minimal harm, pattern | The facility did not provide a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike environment, including safe support for residents' daily living needs. · F-0584 |
| Dec 1, 2022 | E · Potential for more than minimal harm, pattern | The facility did not have enough nursing staff each day to meet every resident's needs, or did not have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Adequate staffing is one of the strongest predictors of good care. · F-0725 |
| Dec 1, 2022 | E · Potential for more than minimal harm, pattern | The facility did not make sure its nurses and nurse aides had the skills and training needed to properly care for every resident. · F-0726 |
| Dec 1, 2022 | E · Potential for more than minimal harm, pattern | 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. · F-0759 |
| Dec 1, 2022 | E · Potential for more than minimal harm, pattern | 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. · F-0761 |
| Dec 1, 2022 | E · Potential for more than minimal harm, pattern | The facility's menus did not meet residents' nutritional needs, or were not prepared in advance, followed as written, kept up to date, or reviewed by a dietician. · F-0803 |
| Dec 1, 2022 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not treat residents with dignity and respect, or did not honor their rights to make their own decisions and communicate freely. This is one of the most fundamental resident rights. · F-0550 |
| Dec 1, 2022 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | 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. · F-0558 |
| Dec 1, 2022 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility allowed residents to lose the ability to do daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and eating — when there was no medical reason for the decline. Good care helps residents keep the abilities they have. · F-0676 |
| Dec 1, 2022 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not provide the care needed to maintain or improve residents' movement and flexibility — such as range-of-motion exercises — leading to avoidable decline. · F-0688 |
| Dec 1, 2022 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not keep the environment free of accident hazards, or did not provide enough supervision to prevent accidents like falls. · F-0689 |
| Dec 1, 2022 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not provide appropriate care related to bladder and bowel needs — including care for residents who use catheters and steps to prevent urinary tract infections. · F-0690 |
Inspection trend by year
Citations from standard inspections decreased between the last two inspection cycles (9 → 1).
All citationsSerious citations (G–L)
2022
All citations: 13
Serious citations (G–L): 0
2024
All citations: 9
Serious citations (G–L): 0
2025
All citations: 4
Serious citations (G–L): 0
All bars start at zero. Exact values and supporting details remain below.
| Year | Citations | Serious (G–L) | Worst severity that year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 13 | 0 | F |
| 2024 | 9 | 0 | E |
| 2025 | 4 | 0 | 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)
Nurse staffing (from payroll records, adjusted for how much care residents need)
What these staffing numbers mean →
This facilityFlorida averageU.S. average
Total nurse staffing (hours per resident per day)
This facility: 3.63
Florida average: 4.03
U.S. average: 3.95
Registered Nurse hours
This facility: 1.14
Florida average: 0.76
U.S. average: 0.69
Weekend total nurse staffing
This facility: 3.38
Florida average: 3.68
U.S. average: 3.50
All bars start at zero. Exact values and supporting details remain below.
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg | U.S. avg | Where it stands |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing (hours per resident per day) | 3.63 | 4.03 | 3.95 | bottom 27% in Florida; bottom 43% in the U.S. |
| Registered Nurse hours | 1.14 | 0.76 | 0.69 | top 12% in Florida; top 11% in the U.S. |
| Weekend total nurse staffing | 3.38 | 3.68 | 3.50 | bottom 31% in Florida; top 48% in the U.S. |
| Weekend RN hours (not acuity-adjusted) | 0.89 | 0.53 | 0.48 | top 12% in Florida; top 8% in the U.S. |
| Total nursing staff turnover (%) | 28.8 | 41.4 | 45.8 | top 20% in Florida; top 12% in the U.S. |
| RN turnover (%) | 23.3 | 46.0 | 42.9 | top 12% in Florida; top 19% in the U.S. |
Hours are per resident per day for the most recent quarter of payroll data in this CMS release (2026-08-01) — the same quarter for every facility — 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 3.41, RN 1.07, weekend 3.17.Comparing with Medicare Care Compare? Care Compare shows the raw figure (3.41 here, displayed there as hours and minutes), not the adjusted one above. Both are correct; they answer different questions. Staffing rating: 4/5.
Quality measures: assessments & claims
Note: CMS combines facility-reported resident assessments (MDS) with claims-based measures. These are different sources from on-site inspection findings. Read the measures alongside inspection and staffing records; a high QM rating does not establish that a home is safe.
Quality measures rating: 5/5 · long-stay residents: 5/5 · short-stay residents: 3/5
Costs & payment
Price evidence · separate from quality
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Who owns this facility
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Ownership records as published by CMS on 2026-08-01. CMS records when an owner joined but not when they left. Listed here and no longer involved? Tell us →
For profit - Limited Liability company
| Owner / manager | Type | Role | Stake | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42 Collins Avenue Care INC | Organization | 5% or Greater Direct Ownership Interest | 100% | 03/17/2018 |
| Bleich, Michael | Individual | 5% or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest | 5% | 03/19/2018 |
| Halpern, Michael | Individual | 5% or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest | 18% | 03/17/2018 |
| Kohen, Eliyahu | Individual | 5% or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest | 5% | 03/17/2018 |
| Scheiner, Heather | Individual | 5% or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest | 18% | 03/17/2018 |
| Schwartz, Louis | Individual | 5% or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest | 10% | 03/17/2018 |
| Aghigh, Soroush | Individual | Operational/Managerial Control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| Aghigh, Soroush | Individual | ADP of the SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/03/2025 |
| Boiangiu, Lincuta | Individual | Operational/Managerial Control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/26/2003 |
| Mondragon, Luisa | Individual | Operational/Managerial Control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/11/2024 |
| Onyx Healthcare Consulting LLC | Organization | Operational/Managerial Control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| Onyx Healthcare Consulting LLC | Organization | ADP of the SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/20/2025 |
| Preter, Barry | Individual | Operational/Managerial Control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/06/2025 |
| Preter, Barry | Individual | ADP of the SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/20/2025 |
| Schuster, Rachel | Individual | Corporate Officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2019 |
| Schuster, Rachel | Individual | Operational/Managerial Control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2019 |
| Schuster, Rachel | Individual | ADP of the SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2019 |
All 17 owning or managing parties CMS has on file are shown — none excluded.
Other facilities in the same chain
CMS lists this facility under the chain Onyx Health — 11 facilities in the current records. Chain membership says who operates these homes. It says nothing about how any individual one of them was inspected; each has its own record.
- Shoreside Health and Rehabilitation Center — Miami, FL · overall 5/5
- University Health and Rehabilitation Center — Miami, FL · overall 4/5
- Westgate Health and Rehabilitation Center — West Palm Beach, FL · overall 3/5
- Aventura Rehab and Nursing Center — North Miami Beach, FL · overall 3/5
- Biscayne Health and Rehabilitation Center — North Miami, FL · overall 5/5
- Floridean Health & Rehabilitation Center — Miami, FL · overall 5/5
- Jackson Gardens Health and Rehabilitation Center — Miami, FL · overall 4/5
- Margate Health and Rehabilitation Center — Margate, FL · overall 5/5
Listed by state, then facility name — not a ranking. Showing 8 of the 10 others, continuing from this facility's own place in that list.
Questions to ask on your visit
Generated from this facility's actual citation record — bring them to a tour and ask the administrator directly.
- "What choices do residents have over their daily schedule, like meal times, bathing, and activities?"
- "How can my family member make private phone or video calls, and can we see where?"
- "How do you protect residents' privacy, both in their medical records and in day-to-day care?"
- "Can you show me an example care plan, and how are families included when it's created and updated?"
- "Can we tour the whole building today, including resident bathrooms and common areas, not just the lobby?"
- "Can you give me examples of how your staff protect residents' dignity in everyday care, like bathing and dressing?"
- "Who completes resident assessments here, and how do you check them for accuracy?"
- "How do you identify and arrange specialized services for residents with mental health conditions or disabilities?"
Also worth asking anywhere
- "Your weekend nurse staffing is reported below the Florida midpoint — how does the weekend schedule differ from a weekday?"
- "Can I see the plan of correction for the findings in your most recent state inspection?"
- "CMS reports 29% total nursing staff turnover here — who on the care team has been with you longest?"
- "The ownership record on file lists 17 owning or managing parties — who makes the decisions about staffing levels?"
- "Can I visit again unannounced, at a mealtime or on a weekend?"
Nearby facilities (12 closest of 57 within 20 miles)
| Facility | Distance | City | Overall | Inspection | Flags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ponce Health and Rehabilitation Center | 4.3 mi | Miami, FL | ★★★★★ | 4/5 | |
| Riverside Care Center | 4.8 mi | Miami, FL | ★★★★★ | 4/5 | |
| Victoria Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, INC. | 4.8 mi | Miami, FL | ★★★★★ | 4/5 | |
| University Health and Rehabilitation Center | 4.9 mi | Miami, FL | ★★★★☆ | 3/5 | |
| Jackson Gardens Health and Rehabilitation Center | 5.0 mi | Miami, FL | ★★★★☆ | 3/5 | |
| Miami Jewish Health Systems, INC | 5.3 mi | Miami, FL | ★★★★☆ | 3/5 | |
| Treasure Isle Care Center | 5.5 mi | North Bay Village, FL | ★★☆☆☆ | 2/5 | |
| Unity Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center | 5.7 mi | Miami, FL | ★★★★★ | 4/5 | |
| Jackson Memorial Long Term Care Center | 6.4 mi | Miami, FL | ★★★★★ | 3/5 | |
| Floridean Health & Rehabilitation Center | 7.2 mi | Miami, FL | ★★★★★ | 4/5 | |
| Miami Shores Nursing and Rehab Center | 7.9 mi | Miami, FL | ★★★★☆ | 3/5 | |
| Azure Shores Rehab | 8.1 mi | Miami, FL | ★★☆☆☆ | 2/5 |
Compare this facility with the 3 closest →
Other facilities in the same county
CMS records place this facility in Miami-Dade, FL — 54 certified facilities there. These are outside the 20-mile list above, or far enough down it not to appear.
- Serenity Bay Nursing and Rehabilitation Center — North Miami Beach, FL · overall 2/5
- Shoreside Health and Rehabilitation Center — Miami, FL · overall 5/5
- Sierra Lakes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center — Miami, FL · overall 1/5
- South Dade Nursing and Rehabilitation Center — Miami, FL · overall 5/5
- St Annes Nursing Center, St Annes Residence INC — Miami, FL · overall 3/5abuse
- Susanna Wesley Health Center — Hialeah, FL · overall 4/5
- Terrace of Hialeah, the — Hialeah, FL · overall 4/5
- The Lilac at Silver Palms — North Miami, FL · overall 4/5
Listed by facility name — not a ranking. Homes already in the table above are not repeated here.
Facility data as of CMS processing date 2026-08-01. CCN 105229.