Berkshire Place has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 1/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Rhode Island. Families considering this Providence facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Staffing at Berkshire Place is near the national average, with 3.64 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 47 deficiencies at Berkshire Place, including 3 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (rom), limited rom and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medic.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.64 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.48 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.81 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.34 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.18 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.38 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0688 Severity HProvide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medicSep 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0692 Severity GProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.Sep 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0812 Severity FProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Sep 3, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0865 Severity FHave a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.Sep 3, 2025 · Administration Deficiencies
- Tag 0658 Severity EEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Sep 3, 2025 · 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 | 4.5% | 4.5% | Average |
| Falls with major injury | 4.8% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 41.0% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.5% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 14.0% | 14.0% | Average |
| Excessive weight loss | 6.8% | 7.5% | Average |
| New/worsened incontinence | 26.5% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
12 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $155,917
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 1 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: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -15 pts
- Fine deductions: -10 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
Facility Details
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