South Dennis Healthcare is a large facility located in South Dennis, MA, offering both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care services. With 128 beds, it is a for-profit facility with partnership ownership. The facility participates in Medicare and Medicaid programs, providing a range of care options for residents.
The quality of care at South Dennis Healthcare has been rated as Average for short-term rehabilitation and Below Average for long-term care. The facility has recently been designated as a Special Focus Facility by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services due to documented patterns of poor care. This has led to additional inspections to assess continued participation in government programs.
In terms of resident outcomes, South Dennis Healthcare has seen a high rate of residents able to return home after being discharged, but also had a significant percentage of rehospitalizations and emergency room visits. The facility has faced citations related to various aspects of care, including failure to inform residents and their families about health status, inadequate staff training, and issues with infection prevention and control.
Despite these challenges, South Dennis Healthcare has shown consistency in nurse staffing and has met National Fire Protection Association standards. The facility has paid fines in the past three years totaling over $400,000. As a nursing home that provides care for a mix of short-term rehabilitation and long-term residents, South Dennis Healthcare faces ongoing challenges in meeting professional standards of care and ensuring resident safety and well-being.