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This facility has areas of concern that warrant careful consideration. Registered Nurse hours are 77% of the EveryPlace reference benchmark; ask how RN coverage is allocated across shifts. The latest standard survey recorded 32 findings, above the CA average of 15.4. We recommend asking the administrator directly: "How are you addressing recent staffing shortfalls?" These are not reasons to panic, but they are reasons to ask tough questions and visit in person.
Families should exercise significant caution due to serious allegations of medical neglect, slow response times, and poor communication. While some long-term residents receive compassionate care from specific nursing and therapy teams, there are recurring reports of inadequate nighttime staffing and difficulty reaching staff by phone.
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Key Review Excerpts
“My mom has been at Briarcrest for close to a year and they have been absolutely excellent. She is so well cared for, no matter what time I stop by to visit her, she’s always being very well taken care of.”
RN hours are below the EveryPlace reference benchmark. RNs handle complex medical needs and medication, so ask about coverage during your visit.
Reference benchmarks (0.75 RN and 4.1 total nursing hours per resident/day) are comparison targets, not current federal minimum requirements.
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
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Detailed Medicare record · up to 3-year lookback
This facility has experienced numerous problems requiring ongoing attention, including frequent safety hazards and infection control issues that families have repeatedly complained about. The most recurring concerns involve accident prevention and safety, infection control, and medication management. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the pattern of repeat violations across multiple surveys suggests persistent challenges in maintaining consistent care standards that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Mar 1, 2025
$44,623
Payment Denial
Mar 1, 2025
18-day denial
Fine
Jun 25, 2024
$34,061
Payment Denial
Jun 25, 2024
47-day denial
Briarcrest Nursing Center
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Cambridge Healthcare Services
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Chain avg rating: 2.6/5 · Rank 31 of 31 (Lowest rating)
Owners
Win Win Enterprises, LLC
Owner · Organization
Bh Alliance
Owner · Organization
Manhattan Five Partners LLC
Owner · Organization
Mission Investments, INC.
Owner · Organization
Krieger, Leo
Owner
Lazar, Mark
Owner
Wintner, Daniel
Owner
Wintner, Jacob
Owner (parent company)
Hassell, Lance
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