Quick answers
- Where is Clyde E Lassen State Veterans Nursing Home?
- 4650 State Rd 16, Saint Augustine, FL 32092, in St. Johns County, Florida.
- What is the phone number of Clyde E Lassen State Veterans Nursing Home?
- (904) 940-2193, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Clyde E Lassen State Veterans Nursing Home?
- Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Clyde E Lassen State Veterans Nursing Home been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Clyde E Lassen State Veterans Nursing Home.
- What did inspectors find at Clyde E Lassen State Veterans Nursing Home?
- In its last three inspection cycles (November 4, 2021 to August 22, 2025), Medicare lists 5 health citations; the most serious was level E. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (November 4, 2021 to August 22, 2025), Clyde E Lassen State Veterans Nursing Home had 5 health citations; the most serious was level E (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 5.49 hours per resident per day; the Florida average is 3.86 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: August 22, 2025 — 1 health citation
Inspections in this cycle: August 22, 2025 (standard health inspection).
Show 1 citation (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0695 Level D
“Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”
Previous cycle: September 8, 2023 — no health citations
Inspections in this cycle: September 8, 2023 (standard health inspection).
Earlier cycle: November 4, 2021 — 4 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: November 4, 2021 (standard health inspection).
Show 4 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0919 Level E
“Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.”
F0561 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.”
F0676 Level D
“Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.”
F0693 Level D
“Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (2)
K0791 Level E
“Ensure that any exit in an area undergoing construction, repair, or improvements shall be inspected daily to ensure its ability to be used instantly in case of emergency.”
K0711 Level D
“Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Florida | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.83 | 0.73 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 1.06 | 0.80 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 3.60 | 2.33 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 5.49 | 3.86 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 4.62 | 3.51 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.56 | 0.53 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 50.0% | 41.5% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 42.9% | 46.1% | 42.5% |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Part of a group of 7 nursing homes: Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs.
Legal business name: Florida Department of Veterans Affairs.
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Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 |
| Average residents per day | 114 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Government – state |
| Group or chain (affiliated entity) | Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs |
| Legal business name | Florida Department of Veterans Affairs |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 2011-03-04 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident and family councils |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 4650 State Rd 16, Saint Augustine, FL 32092 |
| County | St. Johns County |
| State | Florida |
| Phone | (904) 940‑2193 |
| CMS Certification Number | 106088 |
| Name in Medicare records | CLYDE E LASSEN STATE VETERANS NURSING HOME |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Westminster St Augustine2.0 mi · Saint Augustine, FL · 5 of 5 stars
- St Augustine Health and Rehabilitation Center10 mi · Saint Augustine, FL · 1 of 5 stars
- The Ponce Therapy Care Center and Rehab11 mi · Saint Augustine, FL · 5 of 5 stars
- The Lilac at Bayview11 mi · Saint Augustine, FL · 4 of 5 stars
- Bartram Crossing13 mi · Jacksonville, FL · 1 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Ascension St Vincent's St Johns County11 mi · St. Johns, FL · Acute Care Hospital
- Flagler Hospital11 mi · Saint Augustine, FL · Acute Care Hospital
- Mayo Clinic21 mi · Jacksonville, FL · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13