Briarcliffe Manor
Scout 100Johnston, RI · 122 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Johnston's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $10,780–$13,900/mo
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Fall River Healthcare
1748 Highland Avenue, Fall River, MA 02720 · Bristol County
Next Step Healthcare provides nursing and rehab facilities in Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine for families and individuals who need short or long term options in the face of a variety of health challenges.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 89% full (156 of 176 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
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A low federal rating — review the details closely
Fall River Healthcare is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Fall River, MA, with 176 certified beds and an average of about 156 residents per day. It operates as part of the Next Step Healthcare network.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.53 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.57 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.7%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 12 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 4 federal fines totaling $385,062 in the recent record.
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 (3.53 hrs/resident/day)
- •12 deficiencies at last survey
- •$385,062 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Fall River options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 176
- Avg. residents/day
- 156
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Next Step Healthcare
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 225723
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
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| 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
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.53
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.57
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 51.7%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 12
- Federal fines
- 4 ($385,062)
- Total penalties
- 4
- Last standard survey
- 2025-12-22
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (52 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-02-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
2025-12-22Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
2025-12-22Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
2025-12-22Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
2025-12-22Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
2025-12-22Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
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.
2025-12-22Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
2025-12-22Severity E — potential for harmResident 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-03-31 | Fine | $14,905 |
| 2025-02-05 | Fine | $197,905 |
| 2024-05-14 | Fine | $157,160 |
| 2024-02-27 | Fine | $15,092 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Library
- ✓ Studio apartments
Location
1748 Highland Avenue, Fall River, MA
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Fall River Healthcare
How much does Fall River Healthcare cost?
Fall River Healthcare does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Fall River, MA 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 Fall River Healthcare's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Fall River Healthcare 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Fall River Healthcare?
Staff provide about 3.53 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Fall River Healthcare?
Fall River Healthcare has 52 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-22). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Fall River Healthcare have availability?
Typically 89% full (156 of 176 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Fall River Healthcare offer?
Fall River Healthcare in Fall River, MA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 176 beds.
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