Riverside Health Care Center, Inc. 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 East Hartford facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Staffing at Riverside Health Care Center, Inc. is near the national average, with 3.74 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 35 deficiencies at Riverside Health Care Center, Inc., including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.74 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.52 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.90 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.33 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.47 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.40 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0600 Severity DProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Dec 29, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0684 Severity DProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Nov 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0656 Severity DDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Aug 13, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0742 Severity DProvide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty,Aug 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity GEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Apr 15, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care 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 | 6.6% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 2.9% | 3.0% | Average |
| On antipsychotic medication | 20.4% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.6% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 8.9% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 6.6% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 27.2% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
3 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $61,394
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: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -15 pts
- Fine deductions: -6 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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