NEXTGEN SAFETY SCORE: C (74.1% Safety Rating)
Broward Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
1330 S. Andrews Ave.
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33316
954-524-5587
Size: 198 licensed beds
Website: http://www.broward-rehab.com/
PRIOR LAWSUITS: 20
December 17, 2015: Edelmira Alvarez Plaintiff vs. University Hospital LTD, et al Defendant
Allegations: The Resident was admitted to University Hospital on November 17, 2013 following a seizure. At the time of admission, she suffered from dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, was largely wheelchair bound and required assistance from staff for movement, repositioning, ambulation, and total care for all activities of daily living. Her skin was intact upon admission. On December 5, 2013, the Resident was admitted to Broward Nursing & Rehabilitation Center where she remained until January 3, 2014. The Facility failed to implement skin breakdown measures, prevent pressure sores, and maintain the Resident’s skin integrity. Due to these injuries, the Resident wrongfully died.
RESULT: Case disposed on October 13, 2016.
June 10, 2015: Esther Harris Dennis Plaintiff vs. Broward Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, LLC, et al Defendant
Allegations: The Resident was admitted to Broward Nursing & Rehabilitation Center from September 19, 2012 through July 2, 2013. The Resident was at risk for skin breakdown and for pneumonia. The Facility neglected the Resident and allowed her to suffer skin breakdowns and infections and failed to properly and timely treat her pneumonia. During her stay, the Resident developed and had worsening of pressure ulcers and infections, including a Stage III wound to her coccyx. On September 20, 2012, nursing notes indicate that the Resident was admitted with a Stage II wound to her coccyx measuring 1.8 x 1.3 x 0.2cm. On December 20, 2012, notes indicate that the Resident’s coccyx wound was now 5.5 x 2.4 x 0.2cm. On May 1, 2013, her pressure sore is documented as a Stage III. She also suffered from an infection to this wound. On April 16, 2013, the nursing notes indicate that the Resident developed another pressure to her left buttocks which measured 1 x. 0.5 x 0.2cm. She suffered from pneumonia and remained undiagnosed and untreated until she was found in respiratory distress on July 2, 2013. Due to these injuries, the Resident wrongfully died on October 29, 2015.
RESULT: Case disposed on February 27, 2017.
February 19, 2015: Juanita A Cook Plaintiff vs. Broward Nursing & Rehab Ctr LL Defendant
Allegations: While at Broward Nursing & Rehabilitation Center from May 23, 2013 through May 29, 2013 and also from June 2, 2013 through June 18, 2013, the Resident developed severe pressure ulcers, including a Stage IV pressure ulcer on his coccyx. He also suffered from severe dehydration and excess fluid retention which remained untreated for several days and contributed to the Resident suffering from acute renal failure. By June 9, 2013, the Resident’s sacrum wound had become a Stage IV, measuring 5.5 x 0.2cm and grew to 9 x 7 x 1.8cm by June 18, 2013. These conditions contributed to the Resident’s untimely death on June 21, 2013.
RESULT: Case disposed on September 21, 2016.
January 30, 2015: Jack Mehu Plaintiff vs. Broward Nursing and Rehabilitation Center LLC Defendant
Allegations: While at Broward Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, the staff and employees failed to develop an adequate care plan and properly monitor and supervise the care and treatment provided to the Resident in order to prevent her from suffering falls and unexplained injuries. As a result, the Resident wrongfully died on October 16, 2014.
RESULT: Case is on-going.
July 8, 2014: Deborah Krein Plaintiff vs. Broward Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, LLC Defendant
Allegations: While at Broward Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, the staff and employees failed to develop an adequate care plan and properly monitor and supervise the care and treatment provided to the Resident in order to prevent her from suffering the development and deterioration of wounds, suffering a dislodged feeding tube, suffering falls and unexplained injuries, and suffering malnutrition and weight loss. As a result, the Resident wrongfully died on October 10, 2012.
RESULT: Case disposed on October 9, 2015.
April 7, 2014: Bela Dery Plaintiff vs. Broward Nursing and Rehabilitation Center LLC Defendant
Allegations: The Resident was admitted to Broward Nursing & Rehabilitation Center from September 2010 to March 19, 2012. During the admission, the Resident developed colon cancer which was undiagnosed, unrecognized and untreated which eventually led to his eventual demise on April 9, 2012.
RESULT: Case was dismissed on October 25, 2016.
October 4, 2010: Martha Keaton Plaintiff vs. North Broward Hospital District Defendant
Allegations: Unknown.
RESULT: Case disposed on November 20, 2012.
January 8, 2010: Mary Gallagher Plaintiff vs. Broward Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Llc, Et Al Defendant
Allegations: Unknown.
RESULT: Case disposed on January 3, 2013.
June 3, 2009: Sandra Suber , et al Plaintiff vs. Broward Nursing & Rehab Ctr Defendant
Allegations: Unknown.
RESULT: Case disposed on August 15, 2011.
August 5, 2008: Vivian Gendernalik Plaintiff vs. Broward Nursing & Rehab Ctr Defendant
Allegations: Unknown.
RESULT: Case disposed on January 11, 2010.
August 2, 2006: Bonnie Loden Plaintiff vs. Broward Nursing & Rehab Ctr L Defendant
Allegations: Unknown.
RESULT: Case disposed on April 23, 2010.
July 13, 2006: Tracy Haripal , et al Plaintiff vs. Broward Nursing & Rehab Ctr L Defendant
Allegations: Unknown.
RESULT: Case disposed on January 29, 2010.
February 23, 2005: Johnnie Rushin Plaintiff vs. Broward Nursing & Rehab Ctr L Defendant
Allegations: Unknown.
RESULT: Case disposed on April 9, 2007.
July 12, 2004: Diana O Eubanks , et al Plaintiff vs. Broward Nursing & Rehab Cente Defendant
Allegations: Unknown.
RESULT: Case disposed on January 31, 2005.
September 26, 2001: Betty Hodges, et al Plaintiff vs. Omni Real Estate & Mgmt Co In, et al Defendant
Allegations: Unknown.
RESULT: Case disposed on June 4, 2009.
August 31, 2001:Kaplowitz Joseph M Est Of, et al Plaintiff vs. Susan B Rogers, et al Defendant
Allegations: Unknown.
RESULT: Case disposed on August 30, 2005.
April 24, 2000: Delores Bright, et al Plaintiff vs. Hba Corp, et al Defendant
Allegations: Unknown.
RESULT: Case disposed on December 22, 2000.
January 8, 1998: Martha McCoy, et al Plaintiff vs. H B A Corp, et al Defendant
Allegations: Unknown.
RESULT: Case disposed on October 2, 1998.
June 20, 1997: Matthes Charlotte Est Of, et al Plaintiff vs. H B A Corp, et al Defendant
Allegations: Unknown.
RESULT: Case disposed on October 9, 1998.
February 19, 1997: Sharon Frederick Plaintiff vs. H B A Corp, et al Defendant
Allegations: Unknown.
RESULT: Case disposed on January 5, 2000.
None.
MEDICAID AND MEDICARE RATINGS:
Medicaid (AHCA) Ranking (4 out of 5 stars):
http://www.floridahealthfinder.gov/CompareCare/CompareFacilities.aspx?NHIR=28352
Medicare Ranking (4 out of 5 stars):
Google Score (1.8 out of 5)
US News Health – US News & World Reports (3/5)
http://health.usnews.com/best-nursing-homes/area/fl/broward-nursing-rehabilitation-center-105083
Nursing-Homes.Healthgrove.com (66 out of 100)
http://nursing-homes.healthgrove.com/l/1864/Broward-Nursing-And-Rehabilitation-Center
Caring.com (2.2 out of 5)
Yelp.com (2.5 out of 5)
https://www.yelp.com/biz/broward-nursing-and-rehabilitation-center-fort-lauderdale