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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified

Highlands Lake Center

4240 Lakeland Highlands Rd · Lakeland, FL 33813 · 179 certified beds

8636468699

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About Highlands Lake Center

Highlands Lake Center is a nursing home in Lakeland, Florida. Its reported capacity is 179 beds. It is recorded as a for-profit operator, part of Aston Health. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 32 citations, the newest dated 5 November 2025. No fine or payment denial is on record against it. Staffing reports put it at 3.32 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

2.0(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

30

2.0(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

30

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

2.0(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

30

Inspection history (32)

Records from February 2020 to November 2025.

  • November 5, 2025 · D

    Citation F0697

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-05 under CMS tag F0697 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-11-05.GOV

  • November 5, 2025 · E

    Citation F0755

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-05 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-11-05.GOV

  • April 17, 2025 · E

    Citation F0585

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-17 under CMS tag F0585 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-04-17.GOV

  • April 17, 2025 · D

    Citation F0773

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-17 under CMS tag F0773 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-04-17.GOV

  • August 6, 2024 · D

    Citation F0584

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-06 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-06.GOV

  • August 6, 2024 · D

    Citation F0585

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-06 under CMS tag F0585 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-06.GOV

  • August 6, 2024 · D

    Citation F0761

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-06 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-06.GOV

  • March 7, 2024 · D

    Citation F0759

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 under CMS tag F0759 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-03-07.GOV

  • March 7, 2024 · D

    Citation F0755

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-03-07.GOV

  • March 7, 2024 · D

    Citation F0925

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 under CMS tag F0925 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-03-07.GOV

  • March 7, 2024 · D

    Citation F0695

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-03-07.GOV

  • March 7, 2024 · E

    Citation F0644

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 under CMS tag F0644 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than 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 2024-04-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-03-07.GOV

  • March 7, 2024 · D

    Citation F0880

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-03-07.GOV

  • March 7, 2024 · D

    Citation F0761

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-03-07.GOV

  • March 7, 2024 · D

    Citation F0842

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-03-07.GOV

  • March 7, 2024 · E

    Citation F0641

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 under CMS tag F0641 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-03-07.GOV

  • March 7, 2024 · E

    Citation F0582

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 under CMS tag F0582 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-03-07.GOV

  • March 7, 2024 · D

    Citation F0684

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-03-07.GOV

  • March 7, 2024 · D

    Citation F0675

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 under CMS tag F0675 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-03-07.GOV

  • March 7, 2024 · D

    Citation F0690

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 under CMS tag F0690 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-03-07.GOV

Penalties

Total fines on file: $0

Staffing

Latest: 3.32 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)

Staffing trend (5 periods)

  1. 2025Q43.30 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-013.30 hrs/resident/day
  3. 2026-07-013.32 hrs/resident/day
  4. 2026-08-013.32 hrs/resident/day
  5. 2026Q13.32 hrs/resident/day

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

Ownership

For profit

CMS Care Compare chain: Aston Health

Chain ID 800 · 38 facilities in chain (CMS)

  • Chain average overall rating: 2.7
  • Chain average health inspection rating: 2.5
  • Chain average staffing rating: 2.2
  • Chain average quality measure rating: 4.1

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

  1. Parent organization: Aston Healthcare LLC

    chain · PAC 2163942194

Recent changes to this listing

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  1. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  2. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

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

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  3. Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  4. Jul 23, 2026First appeared in our data

    This listing first appeared in the government file we read. That is usually when it entered the file, not the day it opened.

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

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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CMS nursing homes (provider info)as of August 2026
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Ownership type, Parent organization
CMS enrollmentas of July 2026
NPI
CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of June 2026
Staffing hours per resident day

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