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Skilled Nursing Facility - Gulf Coast Medical Center

13960 Plantation Road

3.3(45 ratings)· Fort Myers average: 4.4

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Quick Facts

Total units
75
Medicare rating
5 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
Government, Hospital district
Certified beds
75
Facility Type
75-bed skilled nursing unit inside a hospital
Location
Located adjacent to Gulf Coast Medical Center
Therapy Access
Therapy gym open seven days a week
Discharge Planning
Home evaluations offered before discharge for safety

What Families Think

An automated summary of family reviews and public information. Not verified by MyLivingChoice; confirm services, staffing and pricing with the community.

Reviewers who spent extended rehab stays here often praised the nursing, PT, and OT teams for attentive, quality care and a clean, comfortable environment. However, at least one family raised a serious safety concern about slow response to call buttons, and this issue was echoed by a second reviewer regarding delayed nurse response times.

What reviewers praise

  • Nurses, PT, and OT frequently praised as attentive
  • Facility described as clean and well-maintained
  • Private rooms with dining on each floor
  • Strong rehab outcomes reported after joint and hip surgery
  • Therapy gym and specialized equipment available seven days a week

What reviewers flag

  • Multiple reports of slow call-button response times
  • One report of unsafe unattended incident during first day
  • One report of voicemail box being full for meal changes

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Skilled Nursing Facility - Gulf Coast Medical Center is a senior living community in Fort Myers, Florida offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 3.3 out of 5 across 45 reviews.

About Skilled Nursing Facility - Gulf Coast Medical Center

Gulf Coast Medical Center's Skilled Nursing Unit is a 75-bed rehabilitation facility located in Fort Myers, Florida, near Plantation Road. The unit provides skilled nursing care for patients recovering from joint surgery, stroke, heart surgery, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and other medical conditions, with the goal of facilitating quick and safe transitions back to the community.

The care team includes an onsite medical director, advanced medical providers, registered nurses, certified nursing assistants, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, a social worker, and registered dietitians. The specialized therapists offer expertise in balance management, stroke rehabilitation, cardiac rehabilitation, joint rehabilitation, and dysphagia treatment. All rooms are private, and each floor has its own dining area.

The facility features a therapy gym with services available seven days a week, private therapy treatment rooms, specialized equipment including a FreeStep overhead track system and Biodex treadmill for gait and balance assessment, and a salon offering hair and nail services. A healing garden with walking trails helps patients prepare for safe home navigation.

Additional amenities include a bistro and community room where patients and families can relax and socialize, wireless internet in all rooms, and an announcement system keeping patients informed of activities and dining options. Upon admission, an interdisciplinary team develops a customized care transition plan for each patient, and home evaluations can be conducted before discharge to ensure safe transitions to the next level of care.

Types of Care at Skilled Nursing Facility - Gulf Coast Medical Center

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Wi-Fi / High-Speed Internet

Meals & Dining

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

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Chapel / Religious Services
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Salon / Barber
  • Security
  • Walking Paths

Activities

  • Social Activities

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Reviews of Skilled Nursing Facility - Gulf Coast Medical Center

3.3overall · 45 ratings combined

3.3★ on Google (45)

Ace Ace

Jul 2026

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I was impressed by the level of care this rehab facility provided. My father was sent here for rehab after hip replacement. The nurse practitioner (Patricia) was on top of everything. The nurses and especially the OT and PT were AMAZING. We went and stayed for hours with my dad everyday so we were able to make sure he was being taken care of. Fresh water was given daily and he liked most of the food provided, although he was disappointed he always received butter but no roll with his meals. We did bring him in snacks and they had no problem with it. **************************************************** The only thing I would say needs attention is when a patient presses the nurse button (it would take awhile), I feel like they should check right away to make sure it’s not an emergency. Also, everytime we called to change a meal we knew he wouldn’t like…the voicemail box was full 🤷🏼‍♀️. **************************************************** The facility and rooms were kept clean and it smelled clean. My dad was there for about 2 weeks and was discharged and moving around great with his walker. Thank you to all that helped my dad get to this point of recovery. God bless you all and always treat your patients like they are your family, it means a lot when we are placing our loved ones in your care. I do wish we had a place like this in Cape Coral as it would have been more convenient.

Eralys García cuellar

Oct 2025

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Excellent Skilled Nursing Facility – Gulf Coast Medical Center I had a wonderful experience at the Skilled Nursing Facility at Gulf Coast Medical Center. The entire staff was kind, professional, and always attentive to every detail. The nurses and caregivers truly care about their patients and go above and beyond to make sure everyone feels comfortable and well cared for. The facility is always clean, organized, and welcoming — you can tell they take great pride in maintaining a safe and pleasant environment. From the front desk to the medical team, everyone treated me with respect and compassion. I highly recommend this facility to anyone looking for quality care and a supportive atmosphere. Thank you to the whole team for your dedication and excellent service!

S. “Lemonblossom” A.

Jul 2025

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My father's first day in here and I don't feel like he is safe. We had to leave for 1 hr and in that amount of time he needed help getting off the commode and back in his chair. He pushed the call button and never got help. He got himself off the toilet and in his chair. He's been very sick in the hospital so has very little strength. I brought this to a nurses attention as well as the cna and nobody would take accountability. If you have someone you care about and you're thinking of this facility only do it IF you stay around the clock.

Tina Shelley

May 2025

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My dad recently spent 2 1/2 weeks at this unit and I can’t say enough good things about it. Nursing and care staff were high quality and the rehab facility was toP notch. The building itself is beautiful and well appointed and a comfortable and was a great entree to moving back home. He also was thrilled with the food and the variety. I am so thankful for this unit and how they helped my dad get ready to go home.

Armando Maestre

Mar 2025

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Just want to take a moment to thank the many Nurses and CNA’s that took care of me in the 2 weeks that I spent there in February. Including the PT and OT group. Everyone was very helpful, supportive, always checking in. Was not sure what to expect as it was my 1st time that I’ve had to go to a rehab facility. Can’t say enough other than if I could give 10 stars I would. Once again thank you for making me feel at home. I’m sure you will remember me as I kept my room at 68 degrees room 110. Wishing you all the best. I would recommend you every time based on my experience.

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Government Inspection History

4 inspection visits in the last three years, 6 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Oct 26, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

    Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 3, 2023

Aug 24, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth StandardNo citations
Oct 28, 2021Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard3 citations
  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 28, 2021

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 28, 2021

  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 28, 2021

Jan 16, 2020Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard2 citations
  • Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 16, 2020

  • Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 16, 2020

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 Skilled Nursing Facility - Gulf Coast Medical Center offer?

Skilled Nursing Facility - Gulf Coast Medical Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Skilled Nursing Facility - Gulf Coast Medical Center located?

Skilled Nursing Facility - Gulf Coast Medical Center is located at 13960 Plantation Road in Fort Myers, Florida.

What do families say about Skilled Nursing Facility - Gulf Coast Medical Center?

Skilled Nursing Facility - Gulf Coast Medical Center carries a 3.3 out of 5 rating from 45 Google reviews. Reviewers who spent extended rehab stays here often praised the nursing, PT, and OT teams for attentive, quality care and a clean, comfortable environment. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.

How did Skilled Nursing Facility - Gulf Coast Medical Center do on recent health and safety inspections?

Skilled Nursing Facility - Gulf Coast Medical Center had 4 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 6 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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