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Birch Healthcare Center
Nursing Home, Hospice Care, Palliative Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Rochester, NH
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Exterior view of Birch Healthcare Center entrance Interior view of a staircase in a senior living facility Cozy resident room with a bed and chair Cozy library area with bookshelves and leather chairs Interior of a salon area with beach mural Dining room setup with tables and chairs Senior resident giving a thumbs up in a chair.

Birch Healthcare Center

Nursing Home, Hospice Care, Palliative Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Rochester, NH
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
62 Rochester Hill Rd, Rochester, NH 03867 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Birch Healthcare Center

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Overlooking the serene neighborhood of Rochester, NH, Birch Healthcare Center is a dedicated senior care provider that offers an array of clinical services for seniors’ varying needs. Residents here enjoy access to short-term and long-term care, as well as rehabilitation therapy, medical care, mental health services, and palliative care. The community’s care team also offers personal care assistance to ensure residents are always looking good and feeling good as they go through their recovery process.

A team of on-site dieticians and nutritionists are also available to curate a personalized diet plan for each resident to make sure they are getting the proper nourishment. Additional services, such as dental, vision and podiatry care are also offered to further enhance residents’ comfort and convenience and improve their quality of life. Here, residents and their families can enjoy their peace of mind, knowing that their loved ones are well-cared for and thriving.

Facility Direct Line (603) 335-3955
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Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
At NH avg. At NH avg.NH average: 3.0Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info 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.
▲ 4.8% Above NH avg. ▲ 4.8% Above NH avg.NH average: 2.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info 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.
▼ 37.6% Below NH avg. ▼ 37.6% Below NH avg.NH average: 3.2Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info 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.
▲ 26.4% Above NH avg. ▲ 26.4% Above NH avg.NH average: 3.2Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day vs New Hampshire averages

Rank #57 / 64Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 57th out of 64 homes in New Hampshire for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the New Hampshire average, with a ranking across 64 New Hampshire facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New Hampshire that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Total nursing care Info This home is ranked 57th out of 64 homes in New Hampshire for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.

3h 8m

27% below state avg
Staff type
Hours / day / resident
vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
37m
−18% State avg: 45m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
35m
−24% State avg: 46m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
2h 21m
Avg State avg: 2h 23m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
2h 47m
−19% State avg: 3h 26m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
2m
−51% State avg: 4m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
26m
−17% State avg: 31m per day · National avg: 29m per day

5 of 6 metrics below state avg

Capacity and availability

Residents per day (avg)
68
Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
122 days
Bed community size
79-bed community Rank #67 / 168Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 67th out of 168 homes in New Hampshire for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other New Hampshire facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New Hampshire that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 15 / 100 Rank #134 / 194Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 134th out of 194 homes in New Hampshire for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across New Hampshire facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New Hampshire that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
87%
Rank #27 / 51Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 27th out of 51 homes in New Hampshire for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New Hampshire average, with its Statewide rank out of 51. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New Hampshire that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the New Hampshire average: 81.1%
Occupied beds
68 / 79
Average occupied beds in New Hampshire homes 80 beds

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 4, 2026
ExpirationMarch 31, 2027
CountyStrafford
License Number4459

Ownership & Operating Entity

Birch Healthcare Center is administered by Katelyn J Suazo.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Doctor on Staff

Additional Services

8 services
Short & Long Term Care
Medical Care
Rehabilitation Therapy
Personal Care
Mental Health And Recovery
Palliative & Hospice Care
Total Parenteral Nutrition (Tpn)
Discharge Planning

Amenities & Lifestyle

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CMS Health Inspection History

Inspections Since 2023 · 3 years of data
Total health inspections 4

New Hampshire average 3.5

Last Health inspection on Sep 2025

Total health citations
10 Rank #21 / 65Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 21st out of 65 homes in New Hampshire for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the New Hampshire State average, with a ranking across all 65 NH facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New Hampshire that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

New Hampshire average 14.4

Citations per inspection
2.5 Rank #10 / 65Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 10th out of 65 homes in New Hampshire for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the New Hampshire mean across 65 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New Hampshire that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

New Hampshire average 3.99

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

9 of 10 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 10 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical health citations
0
100% better than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 0.2

Serious health citations
1
900% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 0.1

0 critical citations New Hampshire average: 0.2
1 serious citation New Hampshire average: 0.1
9 moderate citations New Hampshire average: 12
0 minor citations New Hampshire average: 2
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Sep 18, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Sep 18, 2025
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Sep 18, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation Aug 29, 2024
Corrected
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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.

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 180
Employees 73
Contractors 107
Staff to resident ratio 3.27 : 1
77% more staff per resident than New Hampshire average
New Hampshire average ratio: 1.85 : 1 New Hampshire average ratio: 1.85 : 1See full New Hampshire ranking
Avg staff/day 36
Average shift 7.7 hours
0% compared with New Hampshire average
New Hampshire average: 7.8 hours New Hampshire average shift: 7.8 hoursSee full New Hampshire ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 25,582

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff Info 24 total: 8 full-time employees and 16 contractors. 24
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.1 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info 18 total: 11 full-time employees and 7 contractors. 18
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.4 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info 110 total: 37 full-time employees and 73 contractors. 110
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.6 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

14.3%

3,658 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 73 Registered Nurse: 16 Licensed Practical Nurse: 7 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 5 Speech Language Pathologist: 3 Physical Therapy Assistant: 1 Qualified Social Worker: 1 Physical Therapy Aide: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant377311011,70892100%7.6
Registered Nurse816243,19292100%9.1
Licensed Practical Nurse117183,02092100%7.4
Medication Aide/Technician7073,00992100%8.1
RN Director of Nursing1016295257%12.1
Administrator1015286672%8
Nurse Practitioner1015286874%7.8
Mental Health Service Worker1015236672%7.9
Dietitian1015086368%8.1
Other Dietary Services Staff2024865459%7.1
Qualified Social Worker0114766267%7.7
Physical Therapy Aide0113226874%4.7
Physical Therapy Assistant0112375661%4.2
Respiratory Therapy Technician0552064145%4.9
Clinical Nurse Specialist1011441921%7.6
Speech Language Pathologist134571415%4.1
Nurse Aide in Training101711%7.3
110 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
24 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
18 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
7 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
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Penalties and fines

Includes penalties issued in 2024

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 $11K Rank #52 / 65Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 52nd out of 65 homes in New Hampshire for federal fines. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the New Hampshire average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 65 facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New Hampshire that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
68% lower than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: $33K

Number of fines 1
48% fewer fines than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 1.9

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 0.1

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $11K
New Hampshire average $33K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Apr 16, 2024 · $11K

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Apr 16, 2024
$11K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 7.8
32% better than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 11.4

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 21.7
6% better than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 23.2

Long-stay resident measures
Above average New Hampshire avg: 2.7 Info 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 Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 8.5%
61% better than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 21.9%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 15.4%
24% better than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 20.3%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 41.1%
52% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 27.1%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 6.2%
35% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 4.6%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 2.3%
50% better than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 4.5%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 3.0%
18% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 2.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 6.4%
14% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 5.6%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 18.7%
126% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 8.3%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 12.4%
29% better than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 17.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.6%
In line with New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 96.0%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 98.0%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.89
15% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 1.65

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 3.37
77% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 1.90

Short-stay resident measures
Above average New Hampshire avg: 2.9 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 88.6%
6% better than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 83.8%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.3%
21% better than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 1.6%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 94.3%
14% better than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 83.0%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 23.7%
7% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 22.1%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 14.5%
In line with New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 14.1%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 1.2%
56% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 53.1%
In line with New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 60.6%
20% better than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 50.6%

Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

49% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 24 days

Private pay

32% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

19% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 55
Medicare
6
10.9% of residents
Medicaid
42
76.4% of residents
Private pay or other
7
12.7% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

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.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.

For-profit
Operated by a single business entity.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$8.6M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
$280.8K
For-profit Operated by a single business entity.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$8.6M Rank #44 / 59Net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 44th out of 59 homes in New Hampshire. Shows this facility's net patient revenue compared to the New Hampshire average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New Hampshire that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
$280.8K
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$51.4K
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #56 / 59Payroll costs — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 56th out of 59 homes in New Hampshire. Shows total staff payroll — salaries plus wage-related benefits — benchmarked to the New Hampshire average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher payroll relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on contract labor.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New Hampshire that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
$2.9M 33.5% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #58 / 59Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 58th out of 59 homes in New Hampshire. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the New Hampshire average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New Hampshire that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$5.5M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$8.4M
How we calculate these figures

This home is administered by Katelyn J Suazo.

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 305081

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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Building Type: Two-story

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

New residents most often arrive under Medicare (49% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 24 days.

Admissions
180 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 49%
Private pay 32%
Medicaid 19%
Discharges
178 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 34%
Private pay 35%
Medicaid 31%

Admissions and discharges reflect care patterns over time — they are not used to rate this facility.

How we assess these insights

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NH Medicaid CFI Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General New Hampshire resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
NH

Small state; rural access emphasis.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$65/day) Home aides

NH ServiceLink Aging and Disability Resource Center

NH ServiceLink

Age 60+
General New Hampshire resident, or caregiver.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
NH

Primarily referral-based; limited direct funding.

Benefits
Care coordination Respite (up to 5 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Old Age Assistance (OAA)

New Hampshire Old Age Assistance

Age 65+
General NH resident, US citizen/eligible alien, not in public institution.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,063/month (individual, net after deductions); varies by living arrangement.
Asset Limits $1,500 (individual), $2,000 (couple).
NH

Automatic Medicaid eligibility; estate recovery applies.

Benefits
Cash (~$50-$200/month) for living costs (e.g., rent, utilities, care support)

New Hampshire Family Caregiver Program (via NFCSP)

New Hampshire Family Caregiver Program

Age —
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; NH resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
NH

13 ServiceLink locations; rural/low-income priority.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

New Hampshire Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General NH resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
NH

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

New Hampshire Fuel Assistance Program (FAP)

New Hampshire Fuel Assistance Program

Age 60+ prioritized
General NH resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$33,614/year (1-person), ~$43,958/year (2-person) (150% FPL).
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
NH

Administered by 5 CAP agencies; covers oil, gas, electric, wood.

Benefits
Heating aid ($300-$1,200/season) Weatherization Emergency fuel ($450 max)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

New Hampshire VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General NH resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
NH

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

NH Low and Moderate Income Homeowners Property Tax Relief

New Hampshire Property Tax Relief

Age 65+ prioritized
General NH resident, homeowner, paid property taxes.
Income Limits (2025) ~$47,000/year (individual), ~$60,000/year (couple).
Asset Limits Not assessed; home value cap at $750,000.
NH

Refundable relief (~$100-$500/year); annual application.

Benefits
Tax relief (~$100-$500/year) to offset housing costs Indirectly aiding care funding

Frequently Asked Questions about Birch Healthcare Center

Is Birch Healthcare Center in a walkable area?

Birch Healthcare Center has a walk score of 15. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Birch Healthcare Center?

According to NH state health department records, Birch Healthcare Center's license number is 4459.

When does Birch Healthcare Center's license expire?

According to NH state health department records, Birch Healthcare Center's license expires on March 31, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Birch Healthcare Center?

Birch Healthcare Center's occupancy is 87%.

Are pets allowed at Birch Healthcare Center?

No, Birch Healthcare Center has a no-pet policy.

Does Birch Healthcare Center operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Birch Healthcare Center is registered as a for-profit in NH.

Who is the administrator of Birch Healthcare Center?

Katelyn J Suazo is the administrator of Birch Healthcare Center.

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