Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center

Assisted Living · USA
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Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center

Assisted Living in USA

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
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Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center

Heatherwood Rehabilitation & Health Care Center is located in Newport, RI. It offers a full spectrum of senior housing and healthcare options, including short-term rehabilitation, respite, hospice, and dementia care. The center is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care to its residents.

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.
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.
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.
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.

Staffing hours breakdown

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 — compared to state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info 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 57m per day
Rank #25 / 53Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 25th out of 53 homes in Rhode Island.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Rhode Island average, with a ranking across 53 Rhode Island SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
vs avg
Staff typeHours / dayvs state avg
Total Nursing (Weekend) 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 54m per day

Capacity and availability

This home usually has availability

Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.

Lower occupancy than the state average
Occupancy rate 83% Rank #32 / 54Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 32nd out of 54 homes in Rhode Island.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Rhode Island average, with its statewide rank out of 54. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay 233 days
Occupancy rate
83% Rank #32 / 54Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 32nd out of 54 homes in Rhode Island.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Rhode Island average, with its statewide rank out of 54. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
233 days

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.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

59% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 7 days

Private pay

32% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

9% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 6 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$15.8M
Operating loss
-$1.7M
Privately-owned community Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$15.8M Rank #18 / 53Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 18th out of 53 homes in Rhode Island.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Rhode Island SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.
Operating loss
-$1.7M
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #15 / 53Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 15th out of 53 homes in Rhode Island.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Rhode Island average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
$8.7M
54.8% of revenue Rank #26 / 53Payroll % — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 26th out of 53 homes in Rhode Island.Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Rhode Island average. Well-run SNFs often land around 55–65%. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$8.8M
Total costs $17.5M
Bed community size
114-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
11 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 68 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceMay 30, 2014
License NumberLTC00785
CMS Certification Number415033

Ownership & Operating Entity

Owner NamePATRICK TOWNSEND, ADMINISTRATOR

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax(401) 847-0778

Amenities & Lifestyle

Compassionate 24-Hour Skilled Nursing Care
Comprehensive Dining Options
Daily Recreational Programming
Supportive Social Work Services
Specific ProgramsLife Enrichment Programming, Short-Term Rehabilitation, Skilled Nursing Care, Substance Use Supportive Services
Operating HoursSuggested visiting hours are 10 AM – 8 PM.

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionComprehensive dining options available.

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Access & Eligibility

Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs.

Medicaid Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Inspection History

In Rhode Island, the Department of Health, Center for Health Facilities Regulation is the primary authority for inspecting, licensing, and reporting on all long-term care facilities.

The data displayed corresponds to the last 5 years.

6 visits/inspections Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

Latest inspection

Date March 19, 2025
Complaint Investigation

16 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Rhode Island average: 34 deficiencies

2.7 deficiencies per inspection

Inspection Report Summary for Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center

The most recent inspection on March 19, 2025, found no deficiencies during a complaint survey. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies related to resident care, including investigation of alleged abuse, treatment of pressure ulcers, medication management, and food safety, as well as issues with infection control and emergency preparedness. A substantiated complaint in 2023 involved failure to thoroughly investigate alleged abuse, and prior reports noted problems with staff immunization and supervision. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility appears to have addressed previous deficiencies successfully, with the most recent survey showing compliance and no new issues.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 7

State average N/A


Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

Total health citations
33 Rank #34 / 53Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 34th out of 53 homes in Rhode Island.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Rhode Island state average, with a ranking across all 53 RI SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.

State average N/A

Citations per inspection
4.71 Rank #47 / 53Citations per inspection — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 47th out of 53 homes in Rhode Island.Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Rhode Island mean across 53 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.

State average N/A


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

24 of 33 citations resulted from standard inspections; 4 of 33 resulted from complaint investigations; and 5 of 33 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)
Critical Health citations More info
1
In line with State average

State average: N/A


Serious Health citations More info 1
In line with State average

State average: N/A

1 critical citation More info State average: N/A

1 serious citation More info State average: N/A

31 moderate citations More info State average: N/A

0 minor citations More info State average: N/A
Citations history (last 4 years)
Resident Rights moderate citation Info Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care. Aug 18, 2025

Administration moderate citation Info Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations. Sep 06, 2024
Corrected

Environmental moderate citation Info Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions. Sep 06, 2024
Corrected

Nursing Services moderate citation Info Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide. Sep 06, 2024
Corrected

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Address 1.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from NEWPORT's city center to Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 134
Employees 111
Contractors 23
Staff to resident ratio 1.56:1
0% compared with State average

State average ratio: 0:0

Avg staff/day 53
Average shift 7.9 hours
0% compared with State average

State average: 0 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 37,885
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 14
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.7 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 17
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.1 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 58
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

1.3%

495 contractor hours this quarter

Licensed Practical Nurse: 9 Certified Nursing Assistant: 6 Feeding Assistant: 2 Medical Director: 2 Registered Nurse: 1 Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Other Physician: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant5265820,24991100%8
Registered Nurse131144,64591100%7.7
Licensed Practical Nurse89172,79791100%9.1
Clinical Nurse Specialist5052,3328492%7.9
Mental Health Service Worker4041,5876571%8.2
Dietitian3039867987%7.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician5059307279%7.1
Physical Therapy Assistant5057467582%6.2
Nurse Practitioner1015196066%8.7
Administrator2025126066%8.3
Occupational Therapy Aide1014736369%7.5
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist1013973640%11
Speech Language Pathologist3033895459%6.8
Qualified Social Worker3033726066%5.9
Physical Therapy Aide1013554853%7.4
Other Dietary Services Staff4042583538%6.6
Feeding Assistant0222504549%4.9
Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff011392022%2
Medical Director02235910%3.8
Occupational Therapy Assistant0111244%3.1
Other Physician011522%2.3
58 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
14 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
17 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
5 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 92%
4 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 71%
3 Dietitian
% of Days 87%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 79%
5 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 82%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 66%
2 Administrator
% of Days 66%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 69%
1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days 40%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 59%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 66%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 53%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 38%
2 Feeding Assistant
% of Days 49%
1 Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff
% of Days 22%
2 Medical Director
% of Days 10%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 4%
1 Other Physician
% of Days 2%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 86
Medicare
3
3.5% of residents
Medicaid
70
81.4% of residents
Private pay or other
13
15.1% 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.

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. 9.5
8% better than State average

State average: 10.3

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 20.3
In line with State average

State average: 20.2

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 17.4%
11% better than State average

State average: 19.5%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 18.8%
In line with State average

State average: 18.2%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 24.5%
7% worse than State average

State average: 22.9%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.2%
68% better than State average

State average: 3.7%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 5.7%
20% worse than State average

State average: 4.7%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.5%
35% better than State average

State average: 2.3%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 4.3%
21% better than State average

State average: 5.4%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 11.8%
12% better than State average

State average: 13.5%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 26.9%
25% worse than State average

State average: 21.5%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.3%
5% better than State average

State average: 93.1%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 47.7%
50% worse than State average

State average: 95.3%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 74.2%
In line with State average

State average: 76.2%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 3.8%
86% worse than State average

State average: 2.0%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 64.1%
18% worse than State average

State average: 78.2%

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 $17K
82% lower than State average

State average: $94K

Number of fines 1
65% fewer fines than State average

State average: 2.8

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 State average

State average: 0.4

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $17K
State average $94K
Penalty History

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

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Sep 6, 2024 · $17K

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Sep 6, 2024
$17K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions about Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center

Who is the owner of Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center?

The legal owner and operator of Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center is Patrick Townsend, Administrator.

Is Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in a walkable area?

Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center has a walk score of 68. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center?

According to RI state health department records, Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center's license number is LTC00785.

How many beds does Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center have?

Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center has 114 beds.

Are there photos of Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center?

Yes — there are 3 photos of Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center?

Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center is located at 398 BELLEVUE AVENUE.

What is the phone number of Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center?

(401) 849-6600 will put you in contact with the team at Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center.

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