Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Elderwood of Scallop Shell at Wakefield
55 Scallop Shell Way · South Kingstown, RI 02883 · 80 certified beds
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About Elderwood of Scallop Shell at Wakefield
Elderwood of Scallop Shell at Wakefield is a nursing home in South Kingstown, Rhode Island, in Washington County. Its reported capacity is 80 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 25 citations, the newest dated 20 November 2025. Federal enforcement records add 2 fine or payment denial actions. Staffing reports put it at 3.58 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.
Public record
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Certification
- Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)
Ratings
Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
14
Staffing rating
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Cited deficiencies
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Cited deficiencies
Not published
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
14
Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
14
Inspection history (25)
Records from August 2023 to November 2025.
November 20, 2025 · G
Citation F0726Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-20 under CMS tag F0726 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual 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 2025-12-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-11-20.GOVNovember 20, 2025 · C
Citation F0582Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-20 under CMS tag F0582 (CMS scope/severity C: widespread, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-11-20.GOVNovember 20, 2025 · J
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-20 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity J: isolated, immediate jeopardy) 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 2025-12-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-11-20.GOVNovember 20, 2025 · G
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-20 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-11-20.GOVNovember 20, 2025 · E
Citation F0757Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-20 under CMS tag F0757 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-11-20.GOVSeptember 13, 2024 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-13 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 2024-10-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-09-13.GOVSeptember 6, 2024 · E
Citation F0760Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-06 under CMS tag F0760 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-09-06.GOVSeptember 6, 2024 · E
Citation F0849Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-06 under CMS tag F0849 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-09-06.GOVSeptember 6, 2024 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-06 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2024-10-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-09-06.GOVSeptember 6, 2024 · E
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-06 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2024-10-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-09-06.GOVSeptember 6, 2024 · D
Citation F0686Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-06 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-09-06.GOVJanuary 3, 2024 · E
Citation F0883Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-03 under CMS tag F0883 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-01-22. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-01-03.GOVSeptember 22, 2023 · D
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-22 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-22. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-22.GOVSeptember 22, 2023 · G
Citation F0757Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-22 under CMS tag F0757 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-22. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-22.GOVSeptember 22, 2023 · E
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-22 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2023-10-22. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-22.GOVSeptember 22, 2023 · H
Citation F0697Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-22 under CMS tag F0697 (CMS scope/severity H: pattern, actual harm) for Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-22. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-22.GOVSeptember 22, 2023 · D
Citation F0842Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-22 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-22. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-22.GOVSeptember 22, 2023 · E
Citation F0726Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-22 under CMS tag F0726 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2023-10-22. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-22.GOVSeptember 22, 2023 · D
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-22 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 2023-10-22. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-22.GOVSeptember 22, 2023 · D
Citation F0811Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-22 under CMS tag F0811 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are assessed for appropriateness for a feeding assistant program, receive services as per their plan of care, and feeding assistants are trained and supervised. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-22. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-22.GOV
Penalties (2)
Total fines on file: $89,882
November 20, 2025 · Fine
Citation FINE-137314CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $19,383 against this nursing home on 2025-11-20 (Fine ID: 137314). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-11-20.GOVAugust 24, 2023 · Fine
Citation FINE-6656CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $70,499 against this nursing home on 2023-08-24 (Fine ID: 6656). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-24.GOV
Staffing
Latest: 3.58 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
- 2025Q43.60 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-06-013.60 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-07-013.58 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-08-013.58 hrs/resident/day
- 2026Q13.58 hrs/resident/day
Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Ownership
For profit
CMS Care Compare chain: Elderwood
Chain ID 196 · 17 facilities in chain (CMS)
- Chain average overall rating: 2.5
- Chain average health inspection rating: 2.5
- Chain average staffing rating: 2.1
- Chain average quality measure rating: 3.2
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.
Recent changes to this listing
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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)
Ratings, inspections, and penalties are public records, reproduced in plain English without edits to their substance. View source records · What these measures mean.
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
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- CMS enrollmentas of July 2026
- NPI
- CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of June 2026
- Staffing hours per resident day
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