Facility Watch Inspection 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
F0557 No 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
F0580 No 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
F0658 No 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
F0880 No 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
F0565 No 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
F0567 No 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
F0692 No 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
F0759 No 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
F0803 No 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
F0804 No 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
F0842 No 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
F0865 No 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
F0551 No 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
F0645 No 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
F0658 No 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
F0685 No 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
F0686 No 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
F0812 No 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
F0600 Actual 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
F0600 Actual 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
F0607 Actual 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
F0641 No 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
F0623 No 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
F0609 No 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
F0645 No 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
F0655 No 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
F0676 No 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
F0687 No 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
F0755 No 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
F0812 No 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
F0838 No 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
F0558 No 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
F0584 No 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
F0656 No 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
F0658 No 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
F0689 No 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
F0699 No 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
F0712 No 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
F0847 No 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
F0868 No 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
F0880 No 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
F0600 Actual 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
F0607 Actual 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
F0610 Actual harm · Pattern

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Deficient, Provider has date of correction · corrected March 10, 2025
H
F0740 Actual 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
F0745 Actual 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
F0580 No 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
F0550 No 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
F0568 No 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
F0658 No 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
F0656 Actual 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
F0689 Actual 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

Penalties

DateTypeAmount
March 31, 2025Fine$14,905
February 5, 2025Fine$197,905
May 14, 2024Fine$157,160
February 27, 2024Fine$15,092