Birchwood Terrace Rehab & Healthcare
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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
98 Starr Farm Rd. · Burlington, VT 05408 · 150 certified beds
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Elderwood at Burlington is a nursing home in Burlington, Vermont. Its reported capacity is 150 beds. It is recorded as a for-profit operator, part of Elderwood. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 70 citations, the newest dated 25 March 2026. Federal enforcement records add 2 fine or payment denial actions. Staffing reports put it at 3.80 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 August 2026.
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
2.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
35
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Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
2.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
35
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
2.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
39
Records from January 2024 to March 2026.
January 11, 2024 · D
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-11 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 2024-04-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 11, 2024 · E
Citation F0695Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-11 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2024-02-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 11, 2024 · F
Citation F0725Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-11 under CMS tag F0725 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-02-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 11, 2024 · E
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-11 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-02-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 11, 2024 · E
Citation F0554Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-11 under CMS tag F0554 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-02-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 11, 2024 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-11 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-02-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 11, 2024 · H
Citation F0686Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-11 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity H: pattern, actual harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 11, 2024 · D
Citation F0692Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-11 under CMS tag F0692 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-02-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 11, 2024 · E
Citation F0711Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-11 under CMS tag F0711 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-02-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 11, 2024 · F
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-11 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, 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 2024-02-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 11, 2024 · G
Citation F0883Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-11 under CMS tag F0883 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-02-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 11, 2024 · E
Citation F0677Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-11 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-02-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 11, 2024 · D
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-11 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-02-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 11, 2024 · F
Citation F0726Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-11 under CMS tag F0726 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-02-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 11, 2024 · D
Citation F0679Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-11 under CMS tag F0679 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-02-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 11, 2024 · D
Citation F0710Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-11 under CMS tag F0710 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-02-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 11, 2024 · E
Citation F0758Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-11 under CMS tag F0758 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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 l…. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 11, 2024 · D
Citation F0691Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-11 under CMS tag F0691 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-02-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 11, 2024 · G
Citation F0697Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-11 under CMS tag F0697 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 11, 2024 · E
Citation F0949Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-11 under CMS tag F0949 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide behavior health training consistent with the requirements and as determined by a facility assessment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-02-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $220,961
January 11, 2024 · Payment Denial
Citation PAYDEN-2024-02-23CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2024-02-23, lasting 49 days (triggered by inspection on 2024-01-11). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
January 11, 2024 · Fine
Citation FINE-5786CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $220,961 against this nursing home on 2024-01-11 (Fine ID: 5786). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
Latest: 3.80 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
Most recent period is higher than 2025Q4 (+0.23 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
For profit
CMS Care Compare chain: Elderwood
Chain ID 196 · 17 facilities in chain (CMS)
Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.
A separate ownership filing names a different organization for this listing. We are not publishing that name while the two government records disagree.
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
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Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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