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Emerald Coast Center

114 Third Street SE · Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 · 120 certified beds

8502436134

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About Emerald Coast Center

In Fort Walton Beach, Florida, Emerald Coast Center is listed as a nursing home. Its reported capacity is 120 beds. It is recorded as a nonprofit operator, part of Hearthstone Senior Communities. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 15 citations, the newest dated 25 September 2025. Federal enforcement records add 2 fine or payment denial actions. Staffing reports put it at 3.23 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.

Public record

CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

4.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-08-01.GOV

Staffing rating

3.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

11

4.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-06-01.GOV

Staffing rating

3.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

11

4.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-07-01.GOV

Staffing rating

3.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

11

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026Q1.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025Q4.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

Inspection history (15)

Records from April 2023 to September 2025.

  • September 25, 2025 · D

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-25 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-09-25.GOV
  • September 25, 2025 · D

    Citation F0550

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-25 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-09-25.GOV
  • September 25, 2025 · D

    Citation F0656

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-25 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-09-25.GOV
  • July 18, 2024 · D

    Citation F0814

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-18 under CMS tag F0814 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-18.GOV
  • July 18, 2024 · D

    Citation F0552

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-18 under CMS tag F0552 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-18.GOV
  • July 18, 2024 · D

    Citation F0554

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-18 under CMS tag F0554 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-18.GOV
  • July 18, 2024 · D

    Citation F0656

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-18 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-18.GOV
  • July 18, 2024 · D

    Citation F0847

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-18 under CMS tag F0847 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-18.GOV
  • July 18, 2024 · D

    Citation F0645

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-18 under CMS tag F0645 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-18.GOV
  • April 26, 2024 · G

    Citation F0622

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-26 under CMS tag F0622 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-26.GOV
  • April 26, 2024 · G

    Citation F0623

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-26 under CMS tag F0623 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-26.GOV
  • April 13, 2023 · D

    Citation F0688

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-04-13 under CMS tag F0688 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-05-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-04-13.GOV
  • April 13, 2023 · D

    Citation F0557

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-04-13 under CMS tag F0557 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-05-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-04-13.GOV
  • April 13, 2023 · B

    Citation F0644

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-04-13 under CMS tag F0644 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-05-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-04-13.GOV
  • April 13, 2023 · F

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-04-13 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-05-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-04-13.GOV

Penalties (2)

Total fines on file: $17,114

  • April 26, 2024 · Fine

    Citation FINE-31288

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $8,557 against this nursing home on 2024-04-26 (Fine ID: 31288). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-26.GOV
  • April 26, 2024 · Fine

    Citation FINE-31287

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $8,557 against this nursing home on 2024-04-26 (Fine ID: 31287). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-26.GOV

Staffing

Latest: 3.23 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)

Staffing trend (5 periods)

  1. 2025Q43.23 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-013.23 hrs/resident/day
  3. 2026-07-013.23 hrs/resident/day
  4. 2026-08-013.23 hrs/resident/day
  5. 2026Q13.23 hrs/resident/day

Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.

Ownership

Non profit

CMS Care Compare chain: Hearthstone Senior Communities

Chain ID 262 · 8 facilities in chain (CMS)

  • Chain average overall rating: 1.9
  • Chain average health inspection rating: 1.7
  • Chain average staffing rating: 2.6
  • Chain average quality measure rating: 3.3

Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.

  1. Parent organization: Hearthstone Senior Communities, INC.

    parent · PAC 143260281

Recent changes to this listing

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  1. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "Non profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  2. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit - Individual".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  3. Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "Non profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  4. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit - Individual".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  5. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "Non profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

Ratings, inspections, and penalties are public records, reproduced in plain English without edits to their substance. View source records · What these measures mean.

Typical cost

Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025

This provider doesn't publish a specific price to us. Below is the typical FL range for the care type(s) it offers. Use it as context, not a quote.

Nursing Homes

Median · FL$10,342/mo
See full FL cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025

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Where this information came from

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NPI
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Staffing hours per resident day

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