Facility WatchInspection records for every certified US nursing home
Fall River Healthcare
1748 Highland Avenue Fall River, MA 02720 (508) 730-1070
CCN
225723
Certified beds
176
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Chain
Next Step Healthcare
Nurse staffing
3.38
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, case-mix adjusted
Registered nurses: 0.54 hours per resident per day
Nursing staff turnover: 52% a year
Derived by CMS from the Payroll-Based Journal and refreshed quarterly.
Inspection history
Inspected February 9, 2026
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0557No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 4, 2026
Inspected December 22, 2025
11 citations · Health
D
F0580No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected January 26, 2026
D
F0658No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected January 26, 2026
D
F0880No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected January 26, 2026
E
F0565No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected January 26, 2026
E
F0567No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected January 26, 2026
E
F0692No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected January 26, 2026
E
F0759No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected January 26, 2026
E
F0803No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected January 26, 2026
E
F0804No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected January 26, 2026
E
F0842No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected January 26, 2026
E
F0865No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected January 26, 2026
Inspected July 28, 2025
6 citations · Health
D
F0551No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 15, 2025
D
F0645No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 15, 2025
D
F0658No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 15, 2025
D
F0685No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 15, 2025
D
F0686No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 15, 2025
E
F0812No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected August 15, 2025
Inspected March 31, 2025
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
G
F0600Actual harm · Isolated
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Past Non-Compliance · corrected March 21, 2025
Inspected February 27, 2025
2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
G
F0600Actual harm · Isolated
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
G
F0607Actual harm · Isolated
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
Inspected February 5, 2025
25 citations · Health
B
F0641No actual harm with potential for minimal harm · Pattern
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
C
F0623No actual harm with potential for minimal harm · Widespread
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
D
F0609No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
D
F0645No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
D
F0655No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
D
F0676No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
D
F0687No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide appropriate foot care.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
D
F0755No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
D
F0812No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
D
F0838No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
E
F0558No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
E
F0584No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
E
F0656No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
E
F0658No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
E
F0689No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
E
F0699No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
E
F0712No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
E
F0847No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
E
F0868No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
E
F0880No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Pattern
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
H
F0600Actual harm · Pattern
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
H
F0607Actual harm · Pattern
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
H
F0610Actual harm · Pattern
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
H
F0740Actual harm · Pattern
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
H
F0745Actual harm · Pattern
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
Inspected December 12, 2024
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0580No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected December 13, 2024
Inspected May 14, 2024
1 citation · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0550No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 17, 2024
Inspected April 9, 2024
2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
D
F0568No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 3, 2024
D
F0658No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm · Isolated
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected May 3, 2024
Inspected February 27, 2024
2 citations · from a complaint investigation · Health
G
F0656Actual harm · Isolated
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 28, 2024
G
F0689Actual harm · Isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected February 28, 2024