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Mostly short-term rehab stays
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Birchwood Terrace Rehab and Healthcare
Birchwood Terrace Rehab and Healthcare (Formerly Kindred Transitional Care & Rehabilitation, Birchwood Terrace) is a renowned rehabilitation and healthcare facility located in Burlington, Vermont known for providing exceptional care and support to its residents. From skilled nursing care to specialized programs, Birchwood Terrace offers a range of services tailored to meet its resident’s individual needs.
Birchwood Terrace is especially dedicated towards personalized care. They understand that each resident is unique, so they provide specialized attention and assistance based on the specific needs of their residents. Whether it’s helping with daily activities, offering memory care services, or providing rehabilitation therapies, Birchwood Terrace is prepared to deliver compassionate support within a nurturing environment. They go the extra mile to promote social connection and engagement, and offer a variety of activities and programs for residents to enjoy.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
144
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
90.3%
Residents per day (avg)
130
Occupancy rate
90.3%
Residents per day (avg)
130
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
62% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
22 days
Private pay
38% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
6 - 7 months
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$18.9M
Profit
$1.5M
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$18,940,701.00
Profit
$1,512,528.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$7.5M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$9.9M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$17.4M
Walk Score: 36 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
License details
County:
Chittenden
Care Services
Provides Memory Care
Contact Information
Fax:
802-865-4516
Inspection History
In Vermont, the Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living is the authority responsible for inspecting facilities and investigating complaints to protect resident well-being.
6 visits/inspections
3 visits/inspections triggered by complaints
1 routine inspections
Results
6 with issues
0 without issues
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Latest inspection
Date:August 18, 2025
Type:Other
21 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
5
Vermont average 6.5
Last Health inspection on Dec 2024
Total health citations
20
Vermont average 28.9
Citations per inspection
4
Vermont average 4.31
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
17 of 20 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 3 of 20 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
1
1
43% worse than Vermont averageVermont average: 0.7
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 1.9
1 critical citation
0 serious citations
15 moderate citations
4 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Dec 31, 2024
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Dec 31, 2024
Corrected
Infection Control critical citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Sep 03, 2024
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Sep 03, 2024
Corrected
Nursing Services moderate citation
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
Sep 03, 2024
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
Sep 03, 2024
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Sep 03, 2024
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Sep 03, 2024
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Compare Assisted Living around Burlington The information below is reported by the Vermont Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living.
Elderwood at Burlington
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
Burlington (New North End)
150
No
-
7
Birchwood Terrace Rehab and Healthcare
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
Burlington (New North End)
144
No
-
36
Burlington Health & Rehabilitation Center
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
Burlington (Old North End)
126
No
-
86
The Arbors of Shelburne
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Shelburne
-
Yes
F
28
Gazebo Apartments
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Burlington
-
No
-
71
Places of interest near Birchwood Terrace Rehab and Healthcare
3.6 miles from city center — 3.78 miles to nearest hospital (UVM Student Health Services)
43 Starr Farm Rd, Burlington, VT 05408
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
133
Employees
108
Contractors
25
Staff to resident ratio
1.01:1
38% worse than Vermont averageVermont average ratio: 1.63:1
Avg staff/day
71
Average shift
9.1 hours
11% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 8.2 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
58,835
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
14
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
35
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
46
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.3 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
17.2%
10,136 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 12
Certified Nursing Assistant: 7
Physical Therapy Assistant: 2
Registered Nurse: 1
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1
Medical Director: 1
Nurse Practitioner: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 39 | 7 | 46 | 25,376 | 91 | 100% | 10.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 23 | 12 | 35 | 14,031 | 91 | 100% | 9 |
| Registered Nurse | 13 | 1 | 14 | 6,160 | 91 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 15 | 0 | 15 | 6,047 | 91 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,399 | 71 | 78% | 7.3 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 2 | 2 | 4 | 1,346 | 81 | 89% | 7.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1,098 | 72 | 79% | 7.6 |
| Dental Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,084 | 69 | 76% | 8.7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 676 | 64 | 70% | 8.1 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 0 | 1 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 60 | 66% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 468 | 52 | 57% | 8.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 91 | 63 | 69% | 1.4 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 1 | 0 | 1 | 52 | 26 | 29% | 2 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 1% | 8.3 |
46 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
35 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
14 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
15 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
100%
5 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
78%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
89%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
79%
2 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
76%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
70%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
71%
1 Administrator
% of Days
66%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
57%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
69%
1 Qualified Activities Professional
% of Days
29%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
1%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
132 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
39 residents (29.5%)
Medicaid
76 residents (57.6%)
Private pay or other
17 residents (12.9%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Nurse Aide Training
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
13.3
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
13.3
14% worse than Vermont averageVermont average: 11.6
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
27.2
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
27.2
20% worse than Vermont averageVermont average: 22.7
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
33.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
33.4%
64% worse than Vermont averageVermont average: 20.4%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
20.9%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
20.9%
In line with Vermont averageVermont average: 20.1%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
27.2%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
27.2%
In line with Vermont averageVermont average: 27.6%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.2%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.2%
10% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 5.8%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.2%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.2%
66% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 6.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.8%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.8%
29% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 2.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.7%
14% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 5.5%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
5.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
5.9%
41% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 10.0%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
38.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
38.8%
100% worse than Vermont averageVermont average: 19.4%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.3%
In line with Vermont averageVermont average: 95.6%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.1%
In line with Vermont averageVermont average: 97.6%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.47
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.47
In line with Vermont averageVermont average: 1.44
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.00
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.00
60% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 2.48
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
95.6%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
95.6%
11% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 86.3%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.1%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.1%
25% worse than Vermont averageVermont average: 1.7%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
95.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
95.7%
21% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 78.9%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
20.6%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
20.6%
In line with Vermont averageVermont average: 21.5%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
16.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
16.0%
9% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 17.6%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
1.2%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
1.2%
51% worse than Vermont averageVermont average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
50.6%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
50.6%
6% worse than Vermont averageVermont average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
66.0%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
66.0%
31% better than Vermont averageVermont average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$128K
In line with Vermont averageVermont average: $128K
Number of fines
1
44% fewer fines than Vermont averageVermont average: 1.8
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Vermont averageVermont average: 0.5
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$128K
Vermont average
$128K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Sep 3, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Sep 3, 2024
$128K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Birchwood Terrace Rehab and Healthcare based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
86.8%
↑ 2.9pp vs 2022
Net Income
$1,512,528
↑ ~$1.2M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$11,257,378
↑ ~$157K vs 2022
Profit Margin
8.0%
↑ 6.0pp vs 2022
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