Rhode Island average 8.3
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

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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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | RI Average | vs. RI Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 16 | 34 | This facility has 53% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Rhode Island nursing home (16 vs. RI avg 34).↓ 53% better |
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Deficiencies per year
| 4 | 8.5 | This facility has 53% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Rhode Island nursing home (4 vs. RI avg 8.5).↓ 53% better |
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.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsRhode Island average 8.3
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
Rhode Island average 28.1
Rhode Island average 3.48
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).
Rhode Island average: 1.6
Rhode Island average: 1.7
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
No contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
No contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
No contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
391 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 51 | 0 | 51 | 20,556 | 92 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 13 | 0 | 13 | 4,726 | 92 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2,423 | 92 | 100% | 9.2 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,607 | 87 | 95% | 8.6 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,422 | 63 | 68% | 8.2 |
| Dietitian | 2 | 0 | 2 | 995 | 78 | 85% | 8.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 4 | 0 | 4 | 809 | 69 | 75% | 7.3 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 787 | 79 | 86% | 7.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 481 | 63 | 68% | 7.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 473 | 53 | 58% | 8.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 2 | 0 | 2 | 442 | 70 | 76% | 6.3 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 431 | 68 | 74% | 5.7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 4 | 0 | 4 | 404 | 67 | 73% | 5.8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 395 | 54 | 59% | 7.3 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 385 | 48 | 52% | 8 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 354 | 35 | 38% | 10.1 |
| Physician Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 161 | 44 | 48% | 3.7 |
| Feeding Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 66 | 31 | 34% | 2 |
| Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff | 0 | 1 | 1 | 66 | 30 | 33% | 2.2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 62 | 14 | 15% | 4.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 36 | 6 | 7% | 6 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 28 | 3 | 3% | 9.3 |
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)
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
1 penalty in the past 3 years
Sep 6, 2024 · $17K
Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
59% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
32% of new residents, often for short stays.
9% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
1.4 miles from city center
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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Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center is located in NEWPORT, Rhode Island.
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The legal owner and operator of Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center is Patrick Townsend, Administrator.
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.
According to RI state health department records, Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center's license number is LTC00785.
Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center has 114 beds.
Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center is located at 398 BELLEVUE AVENUE.
(401) 849-6600 will put you in contact with the team at Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center.
Yes — Heatherwood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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