About Emerald Coast Center
Nursing home overview and details
Emerald Coast Center is a for-profit nursing home in Fort Walton Beach, FL, serving Okaloosa County and the surrounding community. The facility has 120 certified beds with an average daily census of 102.8 residents.
Emerald Coast Center has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1973, bringing 53 years of experience in long-term care. The facility is affiliated with HEARTHSTONE SENIOR COMMUNITIES, which provides administrative support and oversight.
Emerald Coast Center has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from CMS, reflecting strong performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in Fort Walton Beach, FL, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.
At a Glance
Quality Ratings
CMS quality performance measures
Very Good
CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating
Emerald Coast Center has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting above-average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels. This rating places the facility among the higher-rated nursing homes in its area.
Health Inspection
Very Good
Quality Measures
Very Good
Staffing
Average
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data
Staffing
Nurse staffing hours and turnover
Emerald Coast Center provides 3.23 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.47 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 40.0%, which is within the typical range for nursing facilities. RN-specific turnover is 56.3%. Weekend staffing averages 3.12 hours per resident per day.
Safety & Compliance
Regulatory record and safety data
Emerald Coast Center has received 2 fines totaling $17,114. Families should discuss these findings with the facility administration to understand what corrective actions have been taken and what improvements have been implemented. When evaluating nursing homes, it is important to consider the full picture — review quality ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history alongside the safety record to make an informed decision for your loved one.
Doctors at Emerald Coast Center
2 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Emerald Coast Center
What is the CMS rating for Emerald Coast Center?
Emerald Coast Center has a 4-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.
How many beds does Emerald Coast Center have?
Emerald Coast Center has 120 certified beds with an average daily census of 102.8 residents.
What type of facility is Emerald Coast Center?
Emerald Coast Center is a for profit - individual nursing home serving Okaloosa County in Fort Walton Beach, FL.
How many doctors practice at Emerald Coast Center?
2 physicians are affiliated with Emerald Coast Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Does Emerald Coast Center have any safety concerns?
Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. Emerald Coast Center has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.
Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·