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HomeMassachusettsBerkshire Place

Berkshire Place

290 South Street, Pittsfield, MA 012014134454056
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Sprinkler System
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
54
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $8,648

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 4/5 stars (above average)

• Has 54 certified beds with an average of 48.6 residents per day (90% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 3 deficiencies (inspected Oct 28, 2024)

• Has been fined a total of $8,648 across 1 fine(s)

• Total nursing staff: 5.33 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 50.0%

Berkshire Place is a 4-star Medicare certified nursing home in Pittsfield, Massachusetts with 54 certified beds. It has been operating since 2001. The facility scored above average compared to Massachusetts facilities.

Beds
54
Avg Residents/Day
48.6
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Oct 29, 2001
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Both
County
Berkshire
Last Inspection
Oct 28, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3
Weighted Score
27.0
Infection Citations
3

Deficiency Citations (19)

F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Oct 28, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0758Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Oct 28, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0773Potential for Harm

Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.

Survey: Oct 28, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0637Potential for Harm

Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

Survey: Aug 17, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: Aug 17, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0580Actual Harm

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Survey: Aug 17, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Aug 17, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Actual Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Aug 17, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0842Potential for Harm

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Survey: Aug 17, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 6, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0883Potential for Harm

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Survey: Jun 6, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0887Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Jun 6, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Apr 22, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0686Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Apr 22, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Apr 22, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0758Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Apr 22, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Apr 22, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0883Potential for Harm

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Survey: Apr 22, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0886Potential for Harm

Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.

Survey: Apr 22, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$8,648
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineAug 17, 2023
$8,648

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide3.23 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN1.36 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.75 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing5.33 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total4.79 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.03 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
50.0%
RN Turnover
25.0%
Administrators Left
2

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (14)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
BERKSHIRE RETIREMENT HOME INC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Jun 25, 1986
FORFA, EDWARDCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AFeb 12, 2003
FURLANO, NELSONCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AOct 1, 2013
GILLIGAN, MARKCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AOct 18, 2018
GUYETTE, SHELLEYCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AOct 1, 2012
HERRICK, RICHARDCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AOct 24, 2007
KAHN, CRAIGCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AOct 24, 2021
KIRBY, ELIZABETHCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMar 9, 2006
MARA, DOROTHYCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AMar 9, 2006
MARINARO, VINCENTCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AOct 20, 2011
MCKENNA, MARKCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJun 12, 2024
MCNINCH, JACQUELINECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AOct 24, 2021
MURPHY, JOHNCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2018
FORFA, EDWARDW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJan 1, 1986

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Berkshire Place?▾
Berkshire Place has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
Has Berkshire Place had any health inspection violations?▾
Berkshire Place had 3 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Oct 28, 2024). The facility has been fined a total of $8,648 across 1 fine(s). It also has 3 infection control citation(s).
What are the staffing levels at Berkshire Place?▾
Berkshire Place provides 5.33 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.75 RN hours, 1.36 LPN hours, and 3.23 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 50.0%.
How many beds does Berkshire Place have?▾
Berkshire Place has 54 certified beds with an average of 48.6 residents per day, resulting in approximately 90% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Berkshire Place?▾
Yes, there are 3 other nursing homes in Pittsfield, Massachusetts with an average rating of 3.5/5. You can compare all facilities on the Pittsfield nursing homes page.