Brewster Convalescent Center
264 Mohican Street Ne · Brewster, OH · 44613 · 3307674179
60 certified beds For profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- 3 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.60 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.68 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.01 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 35% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $62,113 |
Inspection citations (30 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 28, 2024
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected February 12, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 28, 2024
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected February 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 28, 2024
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected February 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 28, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 12, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D December 28, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected February 12, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D October 6, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected November 2, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G August 28, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 2, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G August 28, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected November 2, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2023
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.
Corrected November 7, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected November 2, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2023
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected November 2, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 28, 2023
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.
Corrected November 2, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F August 28, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected November 2, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2023
Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
Corrected November 2, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F August 28, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 2, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F August 28, 2023
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected November 2, 2023 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D August 28, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected November 2, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F August 28, 2023 · found via complaint
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected November 2, 2023 · Administration
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Actual harm · G July 26, 2021
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected September 13, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 26, 2021
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected September 13, 2021 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 26, 2021
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 13, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 26, 2021
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 13, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 26, 2021
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 13, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F July 26, 2021
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected September 13, 2021 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D July 26, 2021
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected September 13, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 28, 2023 | Fine | $62,113 |
| August 28, 2023 | Payment Denial | 46 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 366264 · certified since April 8, 2003. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.