Berkshire Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 43/100. The facility ranks in the 38th percentile among Massachusetts nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.
Staffing levels are a potential concern at Berkshire Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center, with 3.03 total nursing hours per resident per day — below the national average of 3.8 hours. Lower staffing can impact care quality and staff responsiveness.
Recent inspections identified 21 deficiencies at Berkshire Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.03 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.29 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.94 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 1.80 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 2.59 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.21 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0600 Severity GProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Oct 15, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0600 Severity GProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.May 19, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0607 Severity DDevelop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.May 19, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0609 Severity DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.May 19, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0657 Severity DDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Oct 6, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning 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 | 1.9% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 4.7% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 70.4% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 1.4% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 21.0% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 4.5% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 20.6% | 45.0% | Better |
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 43 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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