Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Berkshire Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center
7 Sandisfield Road Box 216 · Sandisfield, MA 01255 · 57 certified beds
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About Berkshire Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center
In Sandisfield, Massachusetts, Berkshire Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center is listed as a nursing home. Its reported capacity is 57 beds. It is recorded as a for-profit operator, part of Athena Healthcare Systems. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 28 citations, the newest dated 27 May 2026. Federal enforcement records add 1 fine or payment denial action. Staffing reports put it at 3.29 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated July 2026.
Public record
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Certification
- Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)
Ratings
Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
21
Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
21
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2.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
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Cited deficiencies
18
Inspection history (28)
Records from September 2023 to May 2026.
May 27, 2026 · D
Citation F0607Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-27 under CMS tag F0607 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-05-27.GOVMay 27, 2026 · D
Citation F0557Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-27 under CMS tag F0557 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-05-27.GOVMay 27, 2026 · D
Citation F0610Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-27 under CMS tag F0610 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-05-27.GOVFebruary 4, 2026 · D
Citation F0790Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-04 under CMS tag F0790 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-04.GOVFebruary 4, 2026 · E
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-04 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-04.GOVFebruary 4, 2026 · D
Citation F0657Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-04 under CMS tag F0657 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-04.GOVFebruary 4, 2026 · F
Citation F0727Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-04 under CMS tag F0727 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-04.GOVFebruary 4, 2026 · D
Citation F0578Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-04 under CMS tag F0578 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-04.GOVFebruary 4, 2026 · D
Citation F0628Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-04 under CMS tag F0628 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-04.GOVFebruary 4, 2026 · D
Citation F0557Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-04 under CMS tag F0557 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-04.GOVFebruary 4, 2026 · D
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-04 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-04.GOVFebruary 4, 2026 · D
Citation F0646Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-04 under CMS tag F0646 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-04.GOVOctober 16, 2025 · G
Citation F0600Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-10-16 under CMS tag F0600 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-11-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-10-16.GOVMay 20, 2025 · G
Citation F0600Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-20 under CMS tag F0600 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-20.GOVMay 20, 2025 · D
Citation F0607Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-20 under CMS tag F0607 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-07-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-20.GOVMay 20, 2025 · D
Citation F0609Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-20 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-06-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-20.GOVOctober 7, 2024 · D
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-07 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-11-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-07.GOVOctober 7, 2024 · D
Citation F0695Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-07 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-11-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-07.GOVOctober 7, 2024 · B
Citation F0622Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-07 under CMS tag F0622 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-11-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-07.GOVOctober 7, 2024 · D
Citation F0699Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-07 under CMS tag F0699 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-11-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-07.GOV
Penalties (1)
Total fines on file: $19,136
October 16, 2025 · Fine
Citation FINE-137659CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $19,136 against this nursing home on 2025-10-16 (Fine ID: 137659). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-10-16.GOV
Staffing
Latest: 3.29 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
- 2025Q43.10 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-06-013.10 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-07-013.29 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-08-013.29 hrs/resident/day
- 2026Q13.29 hrs/resident/day
Most recent period is higher than 2025Q4 (+0.19 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Ownership
For profit
CMS Care Compare chain: Athena Healthcare Systems
Chain ID 52 · 22 facilities in chain (CMS)
- Chain average overall rating: 1.5
- Chain average health inspection rating: 1.7
- Chain average staffing rating: 2.1
- Chain average quality measure rating: 2.5
Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.
Parent organization: Athena Health Care Systems Ma LLC
parent · PAC 941482194
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
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Jul 23, 2026First appeared in our data
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Typical cost
Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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Trust & methodology
Where this information came from
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- CMS nursing homes (ownership)as of July 2026
- Ownership type, Parent organization
- CMS enrollmentas of July 2026
- NPI
- CMS nursing homes (provider info)as of July 2026
- Chain identifier, Chain name, City, CMS Special Focus status, County, Licensed capacity, Map location, Medicare certification number, Name, Phone number, State, Street address, ZIP code
- CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of June 2026
- Staffing hours per resident day
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