Brandon Woods Of New Bedford
New Bedford, Bristol County, Massachusetts · CCN 225264 · For-profit (Corporation) · part of Elder Services (6 facilities, chain average 2.2 stars)
CMS rates Brandon Woods Of New Bedford 1 of 5 overall as of August 2026. 135 certified beds, 102 residents a day on average. 72 citations on record from the current inspection cycles, 3 at immediate jeopardy; 2 fines totalling $528,970.
On record
- Special Focus Facility candidate. On CMS’s list of facilities that qualify for the program but are not yet in it.
CMS’s ratings
The Five-Star Quality Rating System, as CMS publishes it. Where CMS gives no rating, the reason CMS gives is printed instead.
| Overall | ★☆☆☆☆ 1 of 5 |
|---|---|
| Health inspections | ★☆☆☆☆ 1 of 5 |
| Staffing | ★★★☆☆ 3 of 5 |
| Quality measures | ★★☆☆☆ 2 of 5 |
| Quality: long-stay / short-stay | 1 / 4 of 5 |
Staffing
| Total nurse staffing | 4.34935 hours per resident per day |
|---|---|
| Registered nurses | 0.36139 hours per resident per day |
| Weekend total | 3.85332 hours per resident per day |
| Nursing staff turnover | 49.6% (registered nurses 65%) |
| Administrators who left | 0 |
Citations from health inspections
Each is a finding by a state surveyor on the date shown, in CMS’s words. The severity is CMS’s scope-and-severity grid, spelled out: harm on the left, how widespread on the right.
| Survey | Finding | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-27 | Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0627 |
G Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-04-17 |
| 2026-03-27 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · tag F0812 |
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-04-17 |
| 2026-03-27 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0842 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-04-17 |
| 2026-03-27 | Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0551 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-04-17 |
| 2026-03-27 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0580 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-04-17 |
| 2026-03-27 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0628 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-04-24 |
| 2026-03-27 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0656 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-04-17 |
| 2026-03-27 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0658 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-04-17 |
| 2026-03-27 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0684 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-04-17 |
| 2026-03-27 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0686 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-04-17 |
| 2026-03-27 | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0699 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-04-17 |
| 2026-03-27 | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · tag F0761 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-04-17 |
| 2025-09-16 complaint survey |
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0607 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-12-02 |
| 2025-06-12 complaint survey |
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0607 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Past Non-Compliance 2025-05-23 |
| 2024-12-16 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0600 |
K Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-06 |
| 2024-12-16 | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0740 |
K Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-02-07 |
| 2024-12-16 | Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0741 |
K Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-06 |
| 2024-12-16 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0607 |
H Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-02-07 |
| 2024-12-16 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0609 |
H Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-09 |
| 2024-12-16 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0610 |
H Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-02-07 |
| 2024-12-16 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0656 |
H Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-02-07 |
| 2024-12-16 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0686 |
G Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-06 |
| 2024-12-16 | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · tag F0835 |
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-10 |
| 2024-12-16 | 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. Administration Deficiencies · tag F0838 |
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-02-07 |
| 2024-12-16 | Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program that includes effective communications for direct care staff members. Administration Deficiencies · tag F0941 |
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-10 |
| 2024-12-16 | Ensure that staff members are educated on resident rights and facility responsibilities to properly care for its residents. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0942 |
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-10 |
| 2024-12-16 | Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0943 |
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-10 |
| 2024-12-16 | Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program. Administration Deficiencies · tag F0944 |
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-02-07 |
| 2024-12-16 | Include as part of its infection prevention and control program, mandatory training that includes written standards, policies, and procedures for the program. Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0945 |
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-10 |
| 2024-12-16 | Provide training in compliance and ethics. Administration Deficiencies · tag F0946 |
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-06 |
| 2024-12-16 | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · tag F0947 |
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-02-07 |
| 2024-12-16 | Provide behavior health training consistent with the requirements and as determined by a facility assessment. Administration Deficiencies · tag F0949 |
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-06 |
| 2024-12-16 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0641 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-03 |
| 2024-12-16 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0658 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-02-07 |
| 2024-12-16 | Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · tag F0711 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-03 |
| 2024-12-16 | 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. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · tag F0727 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-06 |
| 2024-12-16 | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · tag F0756 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-03 |
| 2024-12-16 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · tag F0812 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-02-07 |
| 2024-12-16 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0842 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-10 |
| 2024-12-16 | Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse. Administration Deficiencies · tag F0847 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-06 |
| 2024-12-16 | Provide a neutral and fair arbitration process and agree to arbitrator and venue. Administration Deficiencies · tag F0848 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-06 |
| 2024-12-16 | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. Administration Deficiencies · tag F0865 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-06 |
| 2024-12-16 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0880 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-02-18 |
| 2024-12-16 | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0881 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-02-07 |
| 2024-12-16 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0550 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-02-07 |
| 2024-12-16 | Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0551 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-06 |
| 2024-12-16 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0580 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-02-07 |
| 2024-12-16 | Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room). Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0603 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-02-07 |
| 2024-12-16 | Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0661 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-06 |
| 2024-12-16 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0684 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-02-18 |
| 2024-12-16 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0690 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-03 |
| 2024-12-16 | Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · tag F0712 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-03 |
| 2024-12-16 | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0744 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-03 |
| 2024-12-16 | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · tag F0758 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-09 |
| 2024-12-16 | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · tag F0761 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-06 |
| 2024-12-16 | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · tag F0732 |
C No actual harm, with potential for minimal harm; widespread | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-06 |
| 2024-12-16 | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0582 |
B No actual harm, with potential for minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-03 |
| 2024-12-16 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0623 |
B No actual harm, with potential for minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-01-06 |
| 2023-08-30 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0880 |
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-09-28 |
| 2023-08-30 | Report COVID19 data to residents and families. Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0885 |
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-09-22 |
| 2023-08-30 | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · tag F0761 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-09-22 |
| 2023-08-30 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · tag F0804 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-09-28 |
| 2023-08-30 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0658 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-09-28 |
| 2023-08-30 | Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0661 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-09-22 |
| 2023-08-30 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0695 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-09-22 |
| 2023-08-30 | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · tag F0758 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-09-28 |
| 2023-08-30 | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0577 |
C No actual harm, with potential for minimal harm; widespread | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-09-22 |
| 2023-08-30 | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0622 |
B No actual harm, with potential for minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-09-22 |
| 2023-08-30 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0623 |
B No actual harm, with potential for minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-09-22 |
| 2023-08-30 | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0625 |
B No actual harm, with potential for minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-09-22 |
| 2023-08-30 | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0640 |
B No actual harm, with potential for minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-09-22 |
| 2023-08-30 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0641 |
B No actual harm, with potential for minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-09-22 |
Fines and payment denials
| Date | Penalty | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-27 | Fine | $64,480 |
| 2024-12-16 | Fine | $464,490 |
Who owns and runs it
Every owner, officer and manager CMS lists, as filed. These are the names in CMS’s ownership record; anyone named in the ownership record can ask about it on the about page.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Romano, Frank Individual | corporate director | — | 1966-02-27 |
| Romano, Frank Individual | corporate officer | — | 1978-01-04 |
| Romano, Frank Individual | w-2 managing employee | — | 1978-01-04 |
| Romano, James Individual | w-2 managing employee | — | 2013-06-25 |
| Romano, Katelyn Individual | w-2 managing employee | — | 2017-05-08 |
| Romano, Kyle Individual | w-2 managing employee | — | 2010-01-17 |
What changed
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Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Provider Data Catalog (public domain), files dated 2026-08-01. Ratings are CMS’s; citations are state surveyors’ findings; nothing here is estimated or a recommendation. Every nursing home in Bristol County.