Brandon Woods of New Bedford
397 County Street, New Bedford, MA 02740
Brandon Woods of New Bedford is a nursing home in New Bedford, Massachusetts. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.
At a glance
- CMS overall star rating1 of 5
- Last standard health inspectionMarch 27, 2026 (7 months ago)
- Health citations since August 30, 202373 (Massachusetts average 28)
- Fines in the past three years2, $528,970 in total
- CMS flagsSpecial Focus Facility candidate
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Special Focus Facility candidate
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Inspections, fines and changes
This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.
CMS update of October 28, 2026
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
CMS update of October 8, 2026
CMS abuse icon
CMS removed its abuse icon from this home.
CMS update of July 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Health inspection on July 7, 2026
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0607. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 24, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0607 4 times since 2024.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Health inspection on March 27, 2026
12 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
25 of 341 Massachusetts homes (7%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2026.
CMS fine of $64,480 on March 27, 2026.
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Citation F0627. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 17, 2026.
Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 17, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0812 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0842. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 17, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0842 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0551. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 17, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0551 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 17, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0580 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0628. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 24, 2026.
Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 17, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0656 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0658. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 17, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0658 3 times since 2023.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 17, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0684 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 17, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0686 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0699. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 17, 2026.
Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure 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.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 17, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0761 3 times since 2023.
Fire safety inspection on March 27, 2026
5 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation E0007. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 8, 2026.
Citation E0018. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 8, 2026.
Citation E0022. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish policies and procedures for sheltering.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 8, 2026.
Citation E0039. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 8, 2026.
Citation K0521. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 1, 2026.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Health citation
CMS changed citation F0658 from severity D to E. It is from the health inspection on December 16, 2024. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
Health inspection on September 16, 2025
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0607. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 2, 2025.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Health inspection on June 12, 2025
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0607. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 23, 2025.
CMS update of May 28, 2025
CMS abuse icon
CMS added its abuse icon to this home.
CMS update of April 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS abuse icon
CMS removed its abuse icon from this home.
CMS update of March 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Special Focus Facility
CMS now lists this home as a Special Focus Facility candidate.
CMS abuse icon
CMS added its abuse icon to this home.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Health inspection on December 16, 2024
44 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Severity K is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.
12 of 341 Massachusetts homes (4%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2024.
CMS fine of $464,490 on December 16, 2024.
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Citation F0600. Severity K: immediate jeopardy, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 6, 2025.
Citation F0740. Severity K: immediate jeopardy, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 7, 2025.
Citation F0741. Severity K: immediate jeopardy, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 6, 2025.
Citation F0607. Severity H: actual harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 7, 2025.
Citation F0609. Severity H: actual harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 9, 2025.
Citation F0610. Severity H: actual harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 7, 2025.
Citation F0656. Severity H: actual harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 7, 2025.
Citation F0686. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 6, 2025.
Citation F0835. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 10, 2025.
Citation F0838. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 7, 2025.
Citation F0941. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program that includes effective communications for direct care staff members.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 10, 2025.
Citation F0942. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that staff members are educated on resident rights and facility responsibilities to properly care for its residents.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 10, 2025.
Citation F0943. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 10, 2025.
Citation F0944. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 7, 2025.
Citation F0945. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Include as part of its infection prevention and control program, mandatory training that includes written standards, policies, and procedures for the program.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 10, 2025.
Citation F0946. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide training in compliance and ethics.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 6, 2025.
Citation F0947. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 7, 2025.
Citation F0949. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide behavior health training consistent with the requirements and as determined by a facility assessment.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 6, 2025.
Citation F0641. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 3, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0641 2 times since 2023.
Citation F0658. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 7, 2025.
Citation F0711. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 3, 2025.
Citation F0727. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 6, 2025.
Citation F0756. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 3, 2025.
Citation F0812. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 7, 2025.
Citation F0842. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 10, 2025.
Citation F0847. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 6, 2025.
Citation F0848. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide a neutral and fair arbitration process and agree to arbitrator and venue.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 6, 2025.
Citation F0865. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 6, 2025.
Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 18, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0880 2 times since 2023.
Citation F0881. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 7, 2025.
Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 7, 2025.
Citation F0551. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 6, 2025.
Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 7, 2025.
Citation F0603. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).
CMS lists it as corrected on February 7, 2025.
Citation F0661. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 6, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0661 2 times since 2023.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 18, 2025.
Citation F0690. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 3, 2025.
Citation F0712. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 3, 2025.
Citation F0744. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 3, 2025.
Citation F0758. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 9, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0758 2 times since 2023.
Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure 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.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 6, 2025.
Citation F0732. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Post nurse staffing information every day.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 6, 2025.
Citation F0582. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 3, 2025.
Citation F0623. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 6, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0623 2 times since 2023.
Fire safety inspection on December 16, 2024
10 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 13, 2024.
Citation K0321. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 13, 2024.
Citation K0351. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 13, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for K0351 2 times since 2023.
Citation K0918. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 13, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for K0918 2 times since 2023.
Citation E0004. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
CMS lists it as corrected on December 13, 2024.
Citation E0013. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 13, 2024.
Citation E0029. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop a communication plan.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 13, 2024.
Citation E0036. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish emergency prep training and testing.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 13, 2024.
Citation K0353. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 13, 2024.
Citation K0324. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 13, 2024.
CMS update of June 26, 2024
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of April 25, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of January 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Health inspection on August 30, 2023
14 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation F0880. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 28, 2023.
Citation F0885. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Report COVID19 data to residents and families.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 22, 2023.
Citation F0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure 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.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 22, 2023.
Citation F0804. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 28, 2023.
Citation F0658. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 28, 2023.
Citation F0661. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 22, 2023.
Citation F0695. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 22, 2023.
Citation F0758. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 28, 2023.
Citation F0577. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 22, 2023.
Citation F0622. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 22, 2023.
Citation F0623. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 22, 2023.
Citation F0625. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 22, 2023.
Citation F0640. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 22, 2023.
Citation F0641. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 22, 2023.
Fire safety inspection on August 30, 2023
11 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0511. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 19, 2023.
Citation K0911. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 19, 2023.
Citation E0041. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 28, 2023.
Citation K0211. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 19, 2023.
Citation K0712. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 19, 2023.
Citation K0918. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 28, 2023.
Citation K0291. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 19, 2023.
Citation K0351. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 19, 2023.
Citation K0363. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 19, 2023.
Citation K0374. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 19, 2023.
Citation K0711. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 19, 2023.
CMS star ratings
- 1 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 1 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 3 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 1 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (508) 997-9396
- Last standard health inspection
- March 27, 2026 (7 months ago)
- Certified beds
- 135
- Residents per day, on average
- 107.3
- Ownership type
- For profit - Corporation
- Legal business name
- St Johns Nursing Home INC
- Chain
- Elder Services
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
More health citations than the Massachusetts average (73 vs 28).
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- HETZLER, JULIANNEOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 05/28/2026
- OCTAVE, RICOTOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 05/13/2020
- ROMANO, FRANKOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 07/10/1974
- ROMANO, KATELYNOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 05/10/2017
Questions
When was Brandon Woods of New Bedford last inspected?
CMS lists March 27, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Brandon Woods of New Bedford have?
CMS lists 73 health citations since August 30, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Brandon Woods of New Bedford been fined?
CMS lists 2 fines in the past three years, $528,970 in total.
What is the CMS star rating of Brandon Woods of New Bedford?
Its CMS overall star rating is 1 of 5.
Is Brandon Woods of New Bedford a Special Focus Facility?
Yes. CMS lists it as a Special Focus Facility candidate.