Cobalt Lodge Health Care And Rehabilitation Center has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 13/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Connecticut. Families considering this Cobalt facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
With 3.02 total nurse hours per resident per day, Cobalt Lodge Health Care And Rehabilitation Center falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.
Recent CMS inspections identified 51 deficiencies at Cobalt Lodge Health Care And Rehabilitation Center, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.02 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.58 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.65 | 0.7 | Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 1.79 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 2.64 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.32 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0689 Severity GEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Sep 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0628 Severity DProvide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.Sep 28, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity JEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Sep 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0600 Severity GProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Sep 7, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0947 Severity FEnsure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.Sep 7, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
📊 Resident Outcome Measures
Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.
| Measure | This Facility | Nat'l Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents with pressure ulcers | 5.4% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 8.6% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 13.1% | 14.5% | Average |
| Urinary tract infections | 3.5% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 37.5% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 4.5% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 32.2% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $57,600
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 13 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 1★ → 4 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -5 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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