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Berkshire Place

455 Douglas Avenue, Providence, RI 02908 · Providence County

Berkshire Place is nestled in the Providence College area of Providence, RI caring for residents for over 20 years.

1.0CMS overall rating(401) 553-8600 Visit website ↗

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 89% full (196 of 220 beds occupied on an average day).

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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A low federal rating — review the details closely

Berkshire Place is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Providence, RI, with 220 certified beds and an average of about 196 residents per day. It operates as part of the Green Tree Healthcare Management network.

Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.61 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.51 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 10 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 11 federal fines totaling $59,978 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.61 hrs/resident/day)
•$59,978 in federal fines
•CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Providence options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 220
Avg. residents/day: 196
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Green Tree Healthcare Management
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 415119

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$10,780–$13,900/mo (median $12,000)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Providence prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.61; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.51; National avg ≈ 0.75

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 10
Federal fines: 11 ($59,978)
Total penalties: 11
Last standard survey: 2025-09-04
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (38 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-30Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2026-04-30Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

2026-04-02Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

2025-09-04Severity H — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

2025-09-04Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

2025-09-04Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2025-09-04Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.

2025-09-04Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2024-01-22	Fine	$14,814
2024-01-08	Fine	$4,938
2024-01-02	Fine	$4,587
2023-12-11	Fine	$13,409
2023-11-20	Fine	$3,882
2023-11-13	Fine	$3,529
2023-11-06	Fine	$3,176
2023-10-30	Fine	$2,823

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Daily activities & events

Location

455 Douglas Avenue, Providence, RI

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Berkshire Place

How much does Berkshire Place cost?

Berkshire Place does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Providence, RI area typically runs $10,780–$13,900 per month (median $12,000, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Berkshire Place's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Berkshire Place 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Berkshire Place?

Staff provide about 3.61 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Berkshire Place?

Berkshire Place has 38 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-09-04). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Berkshire Place have availability?

Typically 89% full (196 of 220 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Berkshire Place offer?

Berkshire Place in Providence, RI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 220 beds.

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