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Birchwood Health and Rehab

3250 12th St

3.7(45 ratings)· Sarasota average: 4.4

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Quick Facts

Total units
87
Medicare rating
2 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Corporation
Certified beds
87
Specialist services
Vision, dental, and podiatry visit on-site
Appointment coordination
Facility arranges and transports residents to outside appointments
Affiliated facility
Sister facility Creekside under same management

What Families Think

Reviews of Birchwood Health and Rehab are sharply mixed, with some families praising attentive nursing, therapy, and wound care teams, while others report serious lapses in cleanliness and call-light response. A separate complaint describes a denial of rehab admission over insurance coverage. Overall the facility seems to deliver strong outcomes for some residents but inconsistent experiences for others.

The Good

  • Praised wound care and ostomy management by nursing staff
  • On-site vision, dental, and podiatry services
  • Coordinated transportation and updates for outside medical appointments
  • Reviewers note strong teamwork among nursing, therapy, and admin
  • Experienced management team with decades in local long-term care

The Bad

  • Multiple reports of unanswered call lights for extended periods
  • One detailed report of unsanitary conditions and infection risk
  • One report of admission being denied over insurance/payment concerns
  • Reviewers describe inconsistent responsiveness from staff to concerns

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Birchwood Health and Rehab is a senior living community in Sarasota, Florida offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 3.7 out of 5 across 45 reviews.

About Birchwood Health and Rehab

Birchwood Health and Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Sarasota, Florida, offering post-acute rehabilitation and long-term care services personalized around individual needs.

The center provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation experiences designed to promote quality of life and clinical outcomes. Care is delivered through a combination of clinical expertise and compassionate service within homelike, modern surroundings.

The facility emphasizes creating a cheerful, healing environment where residents can experience daily comfort and support during their wellness journey.

Types of Care at Birchwood Health and Rehab

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Security

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Birchwood Health and Rehab

3.7overall · 45 ratings combined

3.7★ on Google (45)

Reef Mortician

Feb 2026

via Google

This place and their sister facility, Creekside, will deny your loved ones care for financial reasons without consulting or asking if you are able to cover the expenses. My insurance plan covered 50% of my rehabilitation cost or what would have been 300 dollars a day. But rather than ask if we could cover the cost, a corporate pig chose to outright deny us, even though we could easily cover the charges. Seems they're only interested in that sweet medicare money, run from this place. They showed their colours that day for certain. Furthermore, it seems based on previous reviews, I dodged a bad one. Change your practices and don't judge a book by its cover, you denied someone worth 6 figures.

Luanne Butterfly

Feb 2026

via Google

I was worried about my father being sent here after reading some of these reviews. My father came to birchwood for therapy and wound care. He has bed sores, a nephrostomy, and not one but TWO ostomys., so I was especially concerned after reading these reviews. I’m happy to say that I did not share the same negative experiences. His wounds are healing well, my dad always has a bag on each ostomy, as well as his nephrostomy, and always clean. We met with the wound care team and they actually thought us how to manage his ostomys and wounds when we go home. Any concerns I’ve had, they were dealt with right away by nursing staff. They have vision, dental and podiatry that comes in, pain management, so dad was able to get his glasses fixed that we’ve been needing to do before ending up in the hospital. The facility also arranged all dads appointments with his surgeon, they get him there and back and update me on any and all changes. It would benefit all to give people grace, don’t walk in looking to find something negative, you’ll miss the all the good that’s in front of you.

Linda Gonzalez

Jan 2026

via Google

If I could leave ZERO I would. THINK TWICE before trusting your loved ones here. have visited this facility regularly over several months to see a family member and have serious concerns about resident care and cleanliness. Call lights frequently go unanswered for extended periods, and staff responses can be dismissive when concerns are raised. The environment is often unsanitary. I have walked into a resident's room to find soiled linens and feces present. The resident requires an ostomy bag for medical reasons, yet has been left without one for hours due to lack of supplies, resulting in fecal contamination and serious infection risk. These concerns have been raised internally without meaningful improvement. Families deserve transparency, and residents deserve safe, dignified care.

Bruce baker

Oct 2025

via Google

“Exceptional Care and Teamwork!” I can’t say enough good things about this building. The staff truly care about the residents and go above and beyond every single day. The teamwork here is unmatched — everyone from nursing to therapy to administration works together to make sure residents feel valued, comfortable, and cared for. The building is always clean, welcoming, and full of positive energy. You can tell the employees love what they do, and that makes all the difference. Highly recommend this facility for anyone looking for quality care and genuine compassion.

kelly hoffard

Sep 2025

via Google

Wow.. Very impressed with the management team. Very exspirienced in LTC setting 36 years in Sarasota. Now it's my mom how the emotion are because you know the ins and outs..But the admin,DON, SS and even medical records show how much they care. I know it's not easy old building changes take time but the management team really impresses me...Awesome admin. He will make a real difference he gets out of his office and gets hands dirty folks...Cuddos...

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Government Inspection History

7 inspection visits in the last three years, 36 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

May 4, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction

Feb 12, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
  • 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.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 12, 2026

Aug 7, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard5 citations
  • 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.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 7, 2025

  • Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 7, 2025

  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 7, 2025

  • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 7, 2025

  • Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 5, 2025

May 6, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 27, 2025

Mar 6, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 6, 2025

Aug 17, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard15 citations
  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 17, 2023

  • Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 17, 2023

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 17, 2023

  • Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 17, 2023

  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 16, 2023

  • To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 17, 2023

  • Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 17, 2023

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 17, 2023

  • Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 12, 2023

  • Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 17, 2023

  • Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 12, 2023

  • 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.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 17, 2023

  • Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 12, 2023

  • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 17, 2023

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 16, 2023

Oct 21, 2021Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard12 citations
  • To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 13, 2021

  • Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 13, 2021

  • Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 13, 2021

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 13, 2021

  • Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 13, 2021

  • Provide family notifications of emergency plan.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 13, 2021

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 13, 2021

  • Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 13, 2021

  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 13, 2021

  • Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 13, 2021

  • Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 13, 2021

  • Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 13, 2021

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Birchwood Health and Rehab offer?

Birchwood Health and Rehab offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Birchwood Health and Rehab located?

Birchwood Health and Rehab is located at 3250 12th St in Sarasota, Florida.

What do families say about Birchwood Health and Rehab?

Reviews of Birchwood Health and Rehab are sharply mixed, with some families praising attentive nursing, therapy, and wound care teams, while others report serious lapses in cleanliness and call-light response. A separate complaint describes a denial of rehab admission over insurance coverage. Overall the facility seems to deliver strong outcomes for some residents but inconsistent experiences for others.

How did Birchwood Health and Rehab do on recent health and safety inspections?

Birchwood Health and Rehab had 7 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 36 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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