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Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center | Nursing Home in Hartford, CT

Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center

Nursing Home in Hartford

CMS overall rating

745 Main St, East Hartford, CT 06108 View map

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Overview of Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center

Riverside Health and Rehabilitation has been one of the trusted nursing homes in Hartford. Focusing on short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, residents and families can expect only the upscale professional and compassionate service they seek. Riverside ensures a place of motivation and cultivation for a fulfilling life.

The beautiful community is built with a list of amenities residents can take advantage of: common areas, lounges, a library, restaurant-style dining, and a fitness center. Personalized care for specialty services is provided, such as housekeeping, 24/7 care staff, stimulating programs, and scheduled activities offered.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

1/5

3/5

4/5

Staffing hours breakdown

Hours per resident per day — compared to Connecticut state averages

Total nursing care / resident

3h 24m per day

This facility Connecticut avg (4h 4m per day)

vs Connecticut avg

-16%

3 of 5 metrics below state avg

Staff type	Hours / day	vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) 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.	31m per day	▼ 26% State avg: 42m per day · National avg: 41m per day
Nurse Aide 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 20m per day	■ Avg State avg: 2h 17m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) 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.	3h 28m per day	■ Avg State avg: 3h 25m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist 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 per day	▼ 60% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day
RN (Weekend) 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.	24m per day	▼ 14% State avg: 28m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Capacity and availability

High-capacity home

May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.

Total beds 345

178 days

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Might be optimal for

Flexible care needs

How we assess these insights Show admissions and discharges

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

24% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

56% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 months

Medicaid

20% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 - 3 years

Finances and operations

Home revenue

$59.3M

Profit

$1.6M

Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.

Home revenue

$59.3M

Profit

$1.6M

Payroll costs

$19.4M

32.7% of revenue

Other operating costs

$38.3M

Total costs $57.7M

17 years in operation

A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 63 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Services

Alzheimers

Cardiac; Orthopedic And Stroke

Iv Therapy

Pain Management

Peritoneal Dialysis

Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Recreation

Rehabilitation Therapy

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

93%

In line with Connecticut average

Occupied beds

289 / 310

Average residents 102 per day

Facility TypeChronic & Convalescent Nursing Home

StatusActive

IssuanceJanuary 1, 2009

ExpirationDecember 31, 2026

License Number1000C

Private Room (42 rooms) $540 per day

Semi-Private Room (159 rooms) $510 per day

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Creole Farsi French Hindi Ibo Jamaican Patois Polish Portuguese Spanish

Admin

3 FTE

Registered Nurse

20 FTE

Licensed Practical Nurse

53 FTE

Nursing Assistant

128 FTE

Recreation

8 FTE

Social Services

6 FTE

Food Service Supervisor

3 FTE

Physical Therapy

3 FTE

Occupational Therapy

6 FTE

Speech Therapy

3 FTE

Dietary

22 FTE

Other Staff

33 FTE

Religious AffiliationNo Affiliation

Religious ServicesAll Denominations, Catholic, Chaplain Service, Christian Science, Congregational

Types of Care at Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center

Skilled Nursing Hospice Care

Breakdown by inspection type

2 renewal/recertification inspections
3 licensing inspections
23 plans of correction
9 statements of deficiencies

Results

26 with issues

6 without issues

Connecticut average: 13 visits/inspections

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Latest inspection

Date December 4, 2025

Inspection history

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105 deficiencies

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

Connecticut average: 19 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center

The most recent inspection on December 4, 2025, found the facility in compliance with all regulations after correcting one previously identified violation. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies related mainly to resident care issues such as timely notification of physicians and families, toileting assistance, medication transcription errors, and staffing levels. Several complaint investigations substantiated violations involving abuse investigations, failure to protect residents, and incomplete or delayed reporting and follow-up on incidents. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s record shows improvement over time, with recent inspections indicating corrected deficiencies and compliance with regulations.

Inspections

Total health inspections 8

Connecticut average 5.7

Last Health inspection on Apr 2025

Total health citations 33

Connecticut average 32

Citations per inspection

4.12

Connecticut average 5.82

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

20 of 33 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 13 of 33 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)

Critical Health citations 1

233% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 0.3

Serious Health citations 4

471% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 0.7

1 critical citation Connecticut average: 0.3

4 serious citations Connecticut average: 0.7

28 moderate citations Connecticut average: 28.8

0 minor citations Connecticut average: 2.3

Citations history (last 3 years)

Quality of Care serious citation Apr 16, 2025

Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Mar 11, 2025

Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Jan 22, 2025

Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Jan 22, 2025

Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Hartford

5 facilities compared · CMS & CT Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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West Hartford Health and Rehabilitation		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. HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. 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).	West Hartford (Fernridge Place)	160	86.5%	+3%	-				-30%	-	0	25	8.3	0	130	-	67	Article Vi Marital Trust Under Leonard J. Schwartz Revocable Trust	$26.2M	$8.2M	31.1%	75278
Avery Heights		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). 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. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Hartford (South West)	199	88.3%	+5%	3.73				-16%	-6%	3	40	6.7	4	171	-	37	Gilland, Patrick	$34.2M	$10.8M	31.7%	75063
Trinity Hill Care Center LLC		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). 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. N Nursing	Hartford (Behind The Rocks)	134	90.2%	+7%	3.67				+18%	-8%	1	36	6.0	1	122	-	64	-	$16.0M	$9.3M	57.9%	75268
Riverside Health and 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. HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. 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).	East Hartford (Garvan–Carroll Historic District)	345	83.8%	0%	3.40				+49%	-14%	4	33	4.1	5	280	-	63	David Smilovitz Trust	$56.8M	$19.4M	34.2%	75257
Hughes Health and Rehabilitation	-	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).	West Hartford	170	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0	0	0.0	0	-	-	68	#N/A	$16.4M	$7.1M	43.3%	75082

West Hartford Health and Rehabilitation

Overall Rating:

Type of care: AL HC NH

Community: West Hartford (Fernridge Place)

Bed Count: 160

Occupancy: 86.5%

Occupancy vs State Avg: +3%

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

-30%

Citations: 25

Citations per Inspection: 8.3

Avg Residents/Day: 129.70

Operator: Article Vi Marital Trust Under Leonard J. Schwartz Revocable Trust

Home Revenue: $26,237,184.00

Payroll Costs: $8,165,016.00

Payroll %: 31.1%

CCN: 75278

Avery Heights

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL IL MC

Community: Hartford (South West)

Bed Count: 199

Occupancy: 88.3%

Occupancy vs State Avg: +5%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.7

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

-16%

Staffing vs State Avg: -6%

Number of Fines: 3

Citations: 40

Citations per Inspection: 6.7

Severe Citations: 4

Avg Residents/Day: 171

Operator: Gilland, Patrick

Home Revenue: $34,165,051.00

Payroll Costs: $10,843,366.00

Payroll %: 31.7%

CCN: 75063

Trinity Hill Care Center LLC

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL N

Community: Hartford (Behind The Rocks)

Bed Count: 134

Occupancy: 90.2%

Occupancy vs State Avg: +7%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.7

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

+18%

Staffing vs State Avg: -8%

Number of Fines: 1

Citations: 36

Citations per Inspection: 6.0

Severe Citations: 1

Avg Residents/Day: 122

Home Revenue: $16,012,724.00

Payroll Costs: $9,272,030.00

Payroll %: 57.9%

CCN: 75268

Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center

Overall Rating:

Type of care: AL HC NH

Community: East Hartford (Garvan–Carroll Historic District)

Bed Count: 345

Occupancy: 83.8%

Occupancy vs State Avg: 0%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.4

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

+49%

Staffing vs State Avg: -14%

Number of Fines: 4

Citations: 33

Citations per Inspection: 4.1

Severe Citations: 5

Avg Residents/Day: 280.20

Operator: David Smilovitz Trust

Home Revenue: $56,800,881.00

Payroll Costs: $19,416,681.00

Payroll %: 34.2%

CCN: 75257

Hughes Health and Rehabilitation

Type of care: AL NH

Community: West Hartford

Bed Count: 170

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

Operator: #N/A

Home Revenue: $16,446,494.00

Payroll Costs: $7,116,000.00

Payroll %: 43.3%

CCN: 75082

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Horrible stay!!! Morning n mid shift staft where attentive however the third shift neglects you. I was there for 6days i complained of a huge itch at 6:33p sat to the nurse noone took action , they kept leaving the room with the promise they were coming back. The 3rd shit nurse wanted to give me an anxiety pill, because she claim i had anxiety!! noone took care of till this matter till 12hours after. Because i called my aunt at 4:43a sund to speak to the lead nurse to come see me, that i was itching bad . She told her that noone let her know about it. However when she came to the room,she feared the bumps an blood coming out my skin. She qiickly take action after ignorying me and she knew all along. I wanted help a few hours after due that the itch became stronger, the 1rst shift nurse smirked an looked at me as i was a psyco!!! I became one after , i called 911 had the ambulance picked me up , took me back to the ER!!!! I was diagnosed with "SCABIES " Yes WTF!!!! The same nurse on my rec clearly "said some ppl are itching to" Anyone that have people in there , please check on them daily. Sheets are made but never change ,food is nasty an cold!!!!! I was ignored , and talk to like they want to get into a fight. TAKE THEM OUT! AN I SURE REPORTED THIS AN I DO HAV REC TO PROVE IT!!!!! This is not acceptable

Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders

CHCPE

Age 65+

General Connecticut resident, at risk of nursing home placement.

Income Limits State-funded: ~$1,600/month; Medicaid: ~$2,829/month 300% FBR

Asset Limits $1,600 (state), $2,000 (Medicaid, individual).

Two tiers (state and Medicaid); waitlists possible.

Benefits

In-home care (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$70/day) Meals Respite (up to 14 days/year)

Statewide Respite Care Program

CT Respite Care

Age —

General Caregiver of senior with dementia, Connecticut resident.

Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies

Asset Limits $40,000 individual

Limited to dementia caregivers; capped funding.

Benefits

In-home respite (up to 30 days/year) Adult day care (~$70/day)

Congregate Housing Services Program (CHSP)

Connecticut Congregate Housing Services Program

Age 62+

General Connecticut resident, frail but not needing 24/7 care, resides in CHSP-eligible housing.

Income Limits (2025) ~$41,000/year individual, adjusted annually

Asset Limits Not specified; focus is income-based.

Limited to 14 state-subsidized sites; participants pay 10% of service costs.

Benefits

Personal care (3-5 hours/day) Meals ($5-$7/meal) Housekeeping Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Connecticut Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General Connecticut resident, enrolled in Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (individual, QMB); ~$3,380/month (SLMB); ~$3,598/month (ALMB)—adjusted annually.

Asset Limits None since 2023 policy change.

Three tiers (Qualified Medicare Beneficiary, Specified Low-Income, Additional Low-Income); no asset test.

Benefits

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

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Connecticut SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Age 55+

General unemployed, low-income, Connecticut resident.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL, individual

Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; limited slots (~500/year).

Benefits

Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

1.6 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from East Hartford's city center to Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.06 miles to nearest hospital (Hartford Hospital)

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Total staff 359

Employees 311

Contractors 48

Staff to resident ratio 1.30:1

31% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average ratio: 1.88:1

Avg staff/day 160

Average shift 7.8 hours

0% compared with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 7.5 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 113,202

Nursing staff breakdown

Total count 59

8.5 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Total count 62

8.5 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Total count 163

7.5 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

6,184 contractor hours this quarter

Registered Nurse: 18 Physical Therapy Assistant: 6 Licensed Practical Nurse: 5 Physical Therapy Aide: 4 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 4 Speech Language Pathologist: 3 Qualified Activities Professional: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Medical Director: 2 Other Physician: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1

Staff by category


Certified Nursing Assistant	163	0	163	59,015	91	100%	7.5
Licensed Practical Nurse	57	5	62	21,754	91	100%	8.5
Registered Nurse	41	18	59	12,958	91	100%	8.5
Qualified Activities Professional	14	2	16	4,802	91	100%	8.9
Other Social Services Staff	9	0	9	3,315	90	99%	7.3
Mental Health Service Worker	8	0	8	1,645	76	84%	7.7
Clinical Nurse Specialist	5	0	5	1,398	81	89%	7.1
Physical Therapy Assistant	0	6	6	1,251	73	80%	6.4
Administrator	3	0	3	1,120	63	69%	8
Physical Therapy Aide	0	4	4	1,017	73	80%	7.4
Occupational Therapy Aide	3	0	3	944	62	68%	8
Qualified Social Worker	0	2	2	861	66	73%	7.4
Respiratory Therapy Technician	0	4	4	823	75	82%	6.7
Dental Services Staff	2	0	2	584	63	69%	8
RN Director of Nursing	2	0	2	550	61	67%	7.2
Nurse Practitioner	2	0	2	504	63	69%	8
Speech Language Pathologist	0	3	3	467	66	73%	6.7
Occupational Therapy Assistant	0	1	1	147	50	55%	2.9
Medical Director	0	2	2	23	18	20%	1.3
Other Physician	0	1	1	16	9	10%	1.8
Dietitian	2	0	2	11	2	2%	5.3

163 Certified Nursing Assistant

% of Days 100%

62 Licensed Practical Nurse

% of Days 100%

59 Registered Nurse

% of Days 100%

16 Qualified Activities Professional

% of Days 100%

9 Other Social Services Staff

% of Days 99%

8 Mental Health Service Worker

% of Days 84%

5 Clinical Nurse Specialist

% of Days 89%

6 Physical Therapy Assistant

% of Days 80%

3 Administrator

% of Days 69%

4 Physical Therapy Aide

% of Days 80%

3 Occupational Therapy Aide

% of Days 68%

2 Qualified Social Worker

% of Days 73%

4 Respiratory Therapy Technician

% of Days 82%

2 Dental Services Staff

% of Days 69%

2 RN Director of Nursing

% of Days 67%

2 Nurse Practitioner

% of Days 69%

3 Speech Language Pathologist

% of Days 73%

1 Occupational Therapy Assistant

% of Days 55%

2 Medical Director

% of Days 20%

1 Other Physician

% of Days 10%

2 Dietitian

% of Days 2%

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Total residents 276

Medicare

5.1% of residents

Medicaid

231

83.7% of residents

Private pay or other

11.2% of residents

Programs & Services

Residents Group

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

Family Member Group

Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Nurse Aide Training

State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site

Active Family Council

Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

High-risk clinical events score 7.2

31% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 10.4

Functional decline score 16.0

24% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 21.1

Long-stay resident measures

Above average Connecticut avg: 3.2

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased 10.5%

44% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 18.9%

Walking Ability Worsened 8.7%

55% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 19.2%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence 28.7%

15% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 24.9%

Falls with Major Injury 2.9%

18% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 3.5%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers 6.7%

47% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 4.6%

Urinary Tract Infection 0.6%

63% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.7%

Lost Too Much Weight 7.1%

12% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 6.3%

Depressive Symptoms 31.3%

106% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 15.2%

Antipsychotic Use 15.7%

9% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 17.2%

Pneumococcal Vaccine 91.2%

In line with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 87.5%

Influenza Vaccine 91.4%

In line with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 93.5%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days 2.12

In line with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 2.10

ED visits per 1,000 days 2.36

54% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.53

Short-stay resident measures

Average Connecticut avg: 3.3

Pneumococcal Vaccine 69.2%

In line with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 70.1%

Antipsychotic medication increase 1.1%

28% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine 61.5%

12% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 69.8%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay 26.1%

In line with Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 25.0%

Emergency department visits 5.7%

49% better than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 11.1%

Falls with major injury 2.3%

203% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge 42.6%

21% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community 48.1%

5% worse than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 50.6%

Total fines amount $94K

115% higher than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: $44K

Number of fines 4

129% more fines than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 1.7

Payment Denials 0

100% fewer payment denials than Connecticut average

Connecticut average: 0.1

Fines amount comparison

This facility $94K

Connecticut average $44K

Penalty History

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

Civil Money Penalty Mar 11, 2025

$12K

Civil Money Penalty Jan 10, 2024

$33K

Civil Money Penalty Aug 1, 2023

$15K

Civil Money Penalty Feb 9, 2023

$33K

Last updated: Jan 2026

Financial Trends

Historical financial and operational data for Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.

Occupancy Rate 83.8% ↑ 0.0pp vs 2022

Net Income $1.6M ↑ ~$260.3K vs 2022

Total Payroll $28.0M ↑ ~$2.9M vs 2022

Profit Margin 2.9% ↑ 0.4pp vs 2022

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Metric	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Occupancy %	97.0%	91.7%	93.1%	94.4%	91.1%	91.6%	95.1%	93.3%	80.8%	74.0%	83.8%	83.8%
Beds	345	345	345	345	345	345	345	345	345	345	345	345
Net Income	$1,826,879	$83,030	$61,116	$639,283	-$1,070,434	-$784,324	$335,436	-$450,462	-$359,677	-$216,429	$1,372,302	$1,632,596
Gross Revenue	$49,829,213	$47,668,577	$49,619,471	$50,627,398	$51,024,577	$51,870,200	$55,271,569	$55,040,164	$51,343,789	$48,186,112	$55,314,455	$56,800,881
Operating Expenses	$32,721,853	$32,540,234	$32,742,901	$32,781,571	$33,118,047	$32,760,294	$33,160,310	$33,630,446	$33,621,804	$33,861,236	$37,147,863	$39,939,785
Net Patient Revenue	$34,225,413	$32,593,116	$32,766,267	$33,315,490	$32,087,024	$31,925,958	$33,388,796	$32,958,227	$31,561,057	$31,593,512	$38,043,276	$39,027,602
Total Payroll	$22,661,819	$22,591,879	$22,594,647	$22,357,234	$22,519,628	$21,852,149	$22,189,301	$23,003,801	$23,228,242	$22,730,866	$25,131,685	$28,032,408
Profit Margin %	3.7%	0.2%	0.1%	1.3%	-2.1%	-1.5%	0.6%	-0.8%	-0.7%	-0.5%	2.5%	2.9%
Medicare %	8.0%	7.6%	6.5%	7.1%	5.3%	4.5%	4.3%	3.0%	5.7%	7.4%	5.5%	4.6%
Medicaid %	80.8%	79.0%	79.6%	79.5%	83.1%	88.0%	87.9%	90.2%	87.6%	84.9%	86.0%	86.4%
Private %	11.2%	13.4%	13.9%	13.4%	11.6%	7.5%	7.8%	6.8%	6.6%	7.7%	8.4%	9.0%
Revenue/Day	$279	$282	$279	$280	$279	$277	$279	$281	$309	$339	$361	$370
Cost/Day	$267	$282	$279	$276	$288	$284	$277	$286	$330	$363	$352	$379
Avg Length of Stay	153.7 days	150.8 days	160.6 days	121.0 days	163.3 days	227.0 days	272.1 days	269.4 days	220.3 days	114.9 days	214.8 days	177.6 days

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Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center

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19 visits/inspections 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.

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163 Certified Nursing Assistant

62 Licensed Practical Nurse

59 Registered Nurse

16 Qualified Activities Professional

9 Other Social Services Staff

8 Mental Health Service Worker

5 Clinical Nurse Specialist

6 Physical Therapy Assistant

3 Administrator

4 Physical Therapy Aide

3 Occupational Therapy Aide

2 Qualified Social Worker

4 Respiratory Therapy Technician

2 Dental Services Staff

2 RN Director of Nursing

2 Nurse Practitioner

3 Speech Language Pathologist

1 Occupational Therapy Assistant

2 Medical Director

1 Other Physician

2 Dietitian

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