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ORANGE HEALTH CARE CENTER

225 BOSTON POST RD, ORANGE, CT 06477
Score: 93 / 100

Orange Health Care Center is one of the top-rated nursing facilities in Orange, Connecticut, earning an A grade based on CMS data. With a score of 93/100, it ranks in the top 6% of facilities statewide — a strong indicator of quality care.

Staffing at Orange Health Care Center is near the national average, with 3.76 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 19 deficiencies at Orange Health Care Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 25 / 25 pts
5 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.76 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.79 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.63 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.35 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.40 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.59 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

19
Total Deficiencies
Jul 20, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 2 Minor 🟠 17 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0712 Severity E
    Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
    Jul 20, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
  • Tag 0580 Severity D
    Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
    Jul 20, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0628 Severity D
    Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
    Jul 20, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0657 Severity D
    Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    Jul 20, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0684 Severity D
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Jul 20, 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 4.2% 4.5% Average
Falls with major injury 1.1% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 9.6% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 1.7% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 19.7% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 2.0% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 24.3% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 93 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 5★ → 25 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
60
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jul 20, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
5