Premier Rehab and Healthcare at Berlin
98 Hospitality Drive, Barre, VT 05641
Premier Rehab and Healthcare at Berlin is a nursing home in Barre, Vermont. 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 rating2 of 5
- Last standard health inspectionFebruary 4, 2026 (9 months ago)
- Health citations since October 9, 202355 (Vermont average 28)
- Fines in the past three years3, $307,847 in total
- CMS flagsNone listed by CMS
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CMS flags
CMS does not list this home as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate. CMS does not show an abuse icon for it. CMS lists no change of ownership in the past 12 months.
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 overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of June 24, 2026
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Special Focus Facility
CMS no longer lists this home as a Special Focus Facility candidate.
Health inspection on June 22, 2026
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
CMS has cited this home for F0609 2 times since 2024.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from not rated by CMS to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from not rated by CMS to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from not rated by CMS to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from not rated by CMS to 1 of 5.
Special Focus Facility
CMS now lists this home as a Special Focus Facility candidate.
Health inspection on February 4, 2026
2 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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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 February 26, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0812 2 times since 2025.
Citation F0578. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 26, 2026.
CMS update of December 15, 2025
Fine
CMS changed the fine from May 8, 2025 from $124,150 to $80,698.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Changed ownership in the last 12 months
CMS no longer shows a change of ownership in the past 12 months.
Name
CMS lists a new name for this home. It was BERLIN HEALTH & REHAB CTR.
Health inspection on August 6, 2025
5 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
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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 11, 2025.
Citation F0554. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 11, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0554 2 times since 2025.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 11, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0689 2 times since 2024.
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 September 11, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0761 2 times since 2025.
Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 11, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0880 2 times since 2025.
Fire safety inspection on August 6, 2025
1 citationCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation E0039. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 11, 2025.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Name
CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.
Ownership
CMS lists this home under a new chain.
CMS update of June 25, 2025
Changed ownership in the last 12 months
CMS records show a change of ownership in the past 12 months.
Health inspection on May 8, 2025
6 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity J is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.
7 of 33 Vermont homes (21%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2025.
CMS fine of $80,698 on May 8, 2025.
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Citation F0686. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 16, 2025.
Citation F0841. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 16, 2025.
Citation F0657. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 16, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0657 2 times since 2024.
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 May 16, 2025.
Citation F0726. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 16, 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 May 16, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0580 2 times since 2025.
CMS update of April 30, 2025
CMS abuse icon
CMS removed its abuse icon from this home.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Name
CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.
Health inspection on February 6, 2025
16 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0725. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 12, 2025.
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 March 12, 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 March 12, 2025.
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 March 12, 2025.
Citation F0656. Severity E: potential for more than minimal 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 March 12, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0656 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0679. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 12, 2025.
Citation F0699. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 12, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0699 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0791. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 12, 2025.
Citation F0554. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 12, 2025.
Citation F0561. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 12, 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 March 12, 2025.
Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 12, 2025.
Citation F0685. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 12, 2025.
Citation F0759. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 12, 2025.
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 March 12, 2025.
Citation F0813. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 12, 2025.
Fire safety inspection on February 6, 2025
7 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation E0004. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
CMS lists it as corrected on March 12, 2025.
Citation K0321. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 May 16, 2025.
Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Citation K0222. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 16, 2025.
Citation K0342. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection.
Citation K0353. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Citation K0700. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet requirements for operating features, such as evacuation plans, fire drills, smoking regulations, draperies, decorations and the inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 16, 2025.
Health inspection on January 23, 2025
2 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0837. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 25, 2025.
Citation F0836. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 25, 2025.
CMS update of December 20, 2024
CMS abuse icon
CMS added its abuse icon to this home.
Health inspection on August 19, 2024
6 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
CMS fine of $77,857 on August 19, 2024.
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Citation F0584. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 27, 2024.
Citation F0550. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 September 27, 2024.
Citation F0625. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
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 27, 2024.
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 September 27, 2024.
Citation F0657. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 27, 2024.
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 September 27, 2024.
CMS update of June 26, 2024
Fine
CMS changed the fine from February 1, 2024 from $77,220 to $149,292.
Health inspection on March 1, 2024
6 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0699. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 18, 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 18, 2024.
Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
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 April 18, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0600 2 times since 2023.
Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
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 April 18, 2024.
Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 18, 2024.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 18, 2024.
CMS update of February 29, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to not rated by CMS.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to not rated by CMS.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to not rated by CMS.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to not rated by CMS.
Special Focus Facility
CMS now lists this home as a Special Focus Facility.
Health inspection on February 1, 2024
6 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
7 of 33 Vermont homes (21%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2024.
CMS fine of $149,292 on February 1, 2024.
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Citation F0770. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 7, 2024.
Citation F0776. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 7, 2024.
Citation F0887. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 7, 2024.
Citation F0742. 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 mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 7, 2024.
Citation F0755. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 7, 2024.
Citation F0760. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 7, 2024.
CMS update of January 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Health inspection on November 1, 2023
2 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0558. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 27, 2023.
Citation F0605. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 27, 2023.
Health inspection on October 17, 2023
2 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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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 November 21, 2023.
Citation F0839. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 21, 2023.
Health inspection on October 9, 2023
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
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 October 8, 2023.
CMS star ratings
- 2 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 2 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 3 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 2 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (802) 229-0308
- Last standard health inspection
- February 4, 2026 (9 months ago)
- Certified beds
- 115
- Residents per day, on average
- 77
- Ownership type
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Legal business name
- Berlin Operations LLC
- Chain
- Stellar Health Group
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
More health citations than the Vermont average (55 vs 28).
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- BERLIN MEMBER LLC5% or greater direct ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 12/18/2024
- ERLICHMAN, ARIEL5% or greater direct ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 12/18/2024
- HOLLERAND, RONALDOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 12/18/2024
- RAINDEL, YEHUDAOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 12/18/2024
- VAN DYCK, ALEXANDRAOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 12/18/2024
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- WYNER, MOSHEOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 12/18/2024
Questions
When was Premier Rehab and Healthcare at Berlin last inspected?
CMS lists February 4, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Premier Rehab and Healthcare at Berlin have?
CMS lists 55 health citations since October 9, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Premier Rehab and Healthcare at Berlin been fined?
CMS lists 3 fines in the past three years, $307,847 in total.
What is the CMS star rating of Premier Rehab and Healthcare at Berlin?
Its CMS overall star rating is 2 of 5.
Is Premier Rehab and Healthcare at Berlin a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.