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BIRCH HEALTHCARE CENTER Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (ROCHESTER, New Hampshire)

62 ROCHESTER HILL ROAD, ROCHESTER, New Hampshire 03867

Phone: 6033353955

CMS Overall:3/5

Overview & Bed Count

Certified Beds
79
Avg Residents/Day
70.9
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Strafford
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No

CMS Star Ratings

Overall3/5
Health3/5
Staffing2/5
Quality3/5

Nurse Staffing Check

MetricThis FacilityNew Hampshire AvgDifference
RN Hours per Resident per Day0.600.78-0.19
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day3.483.87-0.39
CMS Staffing Rating2/53.4/5-
Nursing Staff Turnover47.5%43.4%-

Health Citation History

12 health citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2026-08-13Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-08-13Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-09-18Resident Rights DeficienciesEnsure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-09-18Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-09-18Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-29Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-29Infection Control DeficienciesProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-04-16Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.G – Actual Harm
2023-07-26Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-07-26Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-07-26Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-07-26Environmental DeficienciesMake sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.D – Moderate Harm Potential

Fire Safety Citation History

14 fire safety citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2025-09-18Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-09-18Smoke DeficienciesInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.C – Minimal Harm Potential
2024-08-29Smoke DeficienciesHave approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-29Egress DeficienciesProvide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-29Smoke DeficienciesEnsure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-29Smoke DeficienciesProvide properly protected cooking facilities.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-29Egress DeficienciesHave properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.C – Minimal Harm Potential
2024-08-29Miscellaneous DeficienciesHave simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.C – Minimal Harm Potential
2024-08-29Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.C – Minimal Harm Potential
2023-07-26Egress DeficienciesProvide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-07-26Smoke DeficienciesEnsure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-07-26Smoke DeficienciesProvide properly protected cooking facilities.C – Minimal Harm Potential
2023-07-26Smoke DeficienciesProperly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.C – Minimal Harm Potential
2023-07-26Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.C – Minimal Harm Potential

Total Penalties & Fines

$10,655
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
1
Number of Fines
1
Total Penalties
DateTypeFine AmountPayment Denial
2024-04-16Fine$10,655-

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