Map showing the location of Premier Rehab and Healthcare at Berlin in Barre, Vermont
98 Hospitality Drive, Barre, VT, 05641

Overall Score

CMS Five-Star Quality Rating
Not ratedCMS Five-Star overall rating
  1. Much below average
  2. Below average
  3. Average
  4. Above average
  5. Much above average

Where it ranks

CMS has not published a rating for this facility, so there is no peer position to show.

How the rating is built

  • Health inspectionsStarting point
  • StaffingCan add or remove a star
  • Quality measuresCan add or remove a star

CMS withholds a rating when a facility is new, has too little inspection history, or is under review.

  • Special Focus FacilityCMS has placed this facility in the Special Focus Facility program for a history of serious quality problems. It is inspected twice as often and can lose Medicare certification if it does not improve.

Ratings & measures

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Health inspection ratingCMS stars from the last three on-site inspection cyclesNo dataVT avg2.9★U.S. avg2.8★
What is health inspection rating?

Stars assigned from the last three standard surveys and every complaint investigation in that window, weighted toward the most recent and the most serious findings. CMS assigns these stars relative to other facilities in the same state.

Why it matters

It carries the most weight in the overall rating and is the only domain based on what trained inspectors saw on site rather than what the facility reported.

Staffing ratingCMS stars from payroll-reported hours and turnoverNo dataVT avg3.1★U.S. avg2.9★
What is staffing rating?

Nurse and aide hours per resident day from payroll records CMS collects every quarter, adjusted for how much care residents need, plus staff turnover and weekend coverage.

Why it matters

More hours and lower turnover are the strongest predictors of fewer falls, pressure sores, and avoidable hospital stays.

Quality measures ratingCMS stars from clinical outcomes and resident assessmentsNo dataVT avg2.9★U.S. avg3.6★
What is quality measures rating?

Clinical outcomes from resident assessments and Medicare claims: falls with injury, pressure ulcers, hospitalizations, antipsychotic use, and more, for both short-stay and long-stay residents.

Why it matters

It shows whether care is working, but part of it comes from the facility’s own assessments, so read it alongside the inspection results.

Total nurse hoursPer resident per day, all nursing staff3.95hrsAbove only 31% of peersVT avg4.30Benchmark4.10
What is total nurse hours?

All licensed nurse and aide hours worked, divided by the number of residents, on an average day. Reported from payroll, not self-reported.

Why it matters

Federal research links 4.1 hours a day to fewer avoidable harms. Below about 3 hours, residents wait longer for help with basics like toileting and repositioning.

RN hoursPer resident per day, registered nurses only0.58hrsAbove only 19% of peersVT avg0.81Benchmark0.75
What is rn hours?

Registered nurse hours only. RNs assess residents, manage medications, and catch changes in condition; LPNs and aides deliver most hands-on care.

Why it matters

RN coverage is the staffing measure most tied to fewer hospital transfers and infections, and it is where thinly staffed facilities cut first.

Nursing staff turnoverShare of nursing staff who left within a year · lower is better87%Lowest tier among peersVT avg60%RN turnover82%
What is nursing staff turnover?

The share of nursing staff who left within the past year, from the same payroll data.

Why it matters

High turnover means residents are cared for by people who do not know them, and it is one of the strongest predictors of inspection problems.

Fines in the last three yearsCivil money penalties imposed by CMS · lower is better$390,404Above only 3% of peersVT avg$92,065Fines · denials5 · 1
What is fines in the last three years?

Civil money penalties CMS imposed after serious or uncorrected deficiencies, and denials of Medicare payment for new admissions.

Why it matters

Penalties follow the worst inspection findings. A recent fine is the clearest sign that inspectors found real harm.

Inspection history

Last three inspection cycles
79citations
15inspection dates
9actual harm (G–I)
1immediate jeopardy (J–L)
Aug 6, 2025most recent

Citations by monthFeb 2023 – Aug 2025

  • No actual harm (D–F)
  • Actual harm (G–I)
  • Immediate jeopardy (J–L)
  • $Fine or payment denial

Click a month or a year to filter the findings below. Arrow keys move between months; Esc clears.

Aug 6, 20255 citationsCycle 1worst E · no actual harm
  1. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlD · isolatedCorrected Sep 11, 2025
  2. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Sep 11, 2025
  3. F554Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Sep 11, 2025
  4. F761Ensure 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.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Sep 11, 2025
  5. F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Sep 11, 2025
May 8, 20256 citationsCycle 1worst J · immediate jeopardy$80,698
  1. F711Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.Nursing and Physician ServicesE · patternCorrected May 16, 2025
  2. F726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.Nursing and Physician ServicesE · patternCorrected May 16, 2025
  3. F841Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility.Nursing and Physician ServicesF · widespreadCorrected May 16, 2025
  4. F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected May 16, 2025
  5. F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected May 16, 2025
  6. F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and CareJ · isolatedCorrected May 16, 2025
Feb 6, 202516 citationsCycle 2worst F · no actual harm
  1. F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Mar 12, 2025
  2. F685Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Mar 12, 2025
  3. F554Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Mar 12, 2025
  4. F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Mar 12, 2025
  5. F699Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Mar 12, 2025
  6. F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Mar 12, 2025
  7. F561Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Mar 12, 2025
  8. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlF · widespreadCorrected Mar 12, 2025
  9. F838Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.AdministrationF · widespreadCorrected Mar 12, 2025
  10. F813Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.Nutrition and DietaryD · isolatedCorrected Mar 12, 2025
  11. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryF · widespreadCorrected Mar 12, 2025
  12. F791Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Mar 12, 2025
  13. F761Ensure 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.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Mar 12, 2025
  14. F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Mar 12, 2025
  15. F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.Nursing and Physician ServicesF · widespreadCorrected Mar 12, 2025
  16. F679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Mar 12, 2025
Jan 23, 20252 citationsCycle 2worst F · no actual harm
  1. F836Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.AdministrationC · widespreadCorrected Feb 25, 2025
  2. F837Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.AdministrationF · widespreadCorrected Feb 25, 2025
Aug 19, 202418 citationsCycle 2worst G · actual harm$77,857
  1. F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Sep 27, 2024
  2. F554Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Sep 27, 2024
  3. F711Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.Nursing and Physician ServicesE · patternCorrected Sep 27, 2024
  4. F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.Nursing and Physician ServicesF · widespreadCorrected Sep 27, 2024
  5. F730Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.Nursing and Physician ServicesE · patternCorrected Sep 27, 2024
  6. F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Pharmacy ServiceG · isolatedCorrected Sep 27, 2024
  7. F761Ensure 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.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Sep 27, 2024
  8. F791Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Sep 27, 2024
  9. F800Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.Nutrition and DietaryF · widespreadCorrected Sep 27, 2024
  10. F801Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.Nutrition and DietaryD · isolatedCorrected Sep 27, 2024
  11. F803Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.Nutrition and DietaryF · widespreadCorrected Sep 27, 2024
  12. F806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.Nutrition and DietaryF · widespreadCorrected Sep 27, 2024
  13. F925Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.EnvironmentalD · isolatedCorrected Sep 27, 2024
  14. F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Sep 27, 2024
  15. F584Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.Resident RightsF · widespreadCorrected Sep 27, 2024
  16. F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Sep 27, 2024
  17. F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Sep 27, 2024
  18. Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Sep 27, 2024
Mar 1, 20246 citationsCycle 2worst E · no actual harm
  1. F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Apr 18, 2024
  2. F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Apr 18, 2024
  3. F699Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Apr 18, 2024
  4. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Apr 18, 2024
  5. F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Apr 18, 2024
  6. F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Apr 18, 2024
Feb 1, 20246 citationsCycle 2worst G · actual harm$149,292
  1. F887Educate 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.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Mar 7, 2024
  2. F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Mar 7, 2024
  3. F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Mar 7, 2024
  4. F770Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.AdministrationG · isolatedCorrected Mar 7, 2024
  5. F776Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them.AdministrationG · isolatedCorrected Mar 7, 2024
  6. F742Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Mar 7, 2024
Nov 1, 20232 citationsCycle 3worst E · no actual harm
  1. F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Nov 27, 2023
  2. F605Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Nov 27, 2023
Oct 17, 20232 citationsCycle 3worst D · no actual harm
  1. F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Nov 21, 2023
  2. F839Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws.AdministrationD · isolatedCorrected Nov 21, 2023
Oct 9, 20231 citationCycle 3worst D · no actual harm
  1. F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2023
Aug 22, 20231 citationCycle 3worst E · no actual harm
  1. F557Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Sep 5, 2023
Aug 18, 20232 citationsCycle 3worst E · no actual harm
  1. F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Sep 11, 2023
  2. F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Sep 11, 2023
Jul 27, 20236 citationsCycle 3worst G · actual harm
  1. F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Pharmacy ServiceG · isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2023
  2. F841Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility.Nursing and Physician ServicesG · isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2023
  3. F711Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.Nursing and Physician ServicesG · isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2023
  4. F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and CareG · isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2023
  5. F655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedResident Assessment and Care PlanningG · isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2023
  6. F635Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningG · isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2023
Jul 26, 20234 citationsCycle 3worst D · no actual harm
  1. F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Aug 15, 2023
  2. F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Aug 15, 2023
  3. F553Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Aug 15, 2023
  4. F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Aug 15, 2023
Feb 9, 20232 citationsCycle 3worst E · no actual harm
  1. F660Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Feb 9, 2023
  2. F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Feb 28, 2023

Staffing

From quarterly payroll reports

Hours per resident per day

  • All nursing staffRNs, LPNs and aides combined3.95hrsAbove only 31% of peers−0.35 vs VT avg
  • Registered nursesRN hours only0.58hrsAbove only 19% of peers−0.23 vs VT avg
  • Licensed practical nursesLPN hours1.06hrs
  • Nurse aidesCNA hours2.32hrs
  • Weekend nursingAll staff on Saturdays and Sundays3.31hrs
  • Vermont average
  • Research benchmark (4.10 total, 0.75 RN)

Turnover & capacity

  • Nursing staff turnoverShare who left within a year · lower is better87%Lowest tier among peersVT avg 60%
  • RN turnoverRegistered nurses only82%Not ranked by CMS
  • Administrators who leftIn the past year3Leadership changed
  • Occupancy115 certified beds · ~74 residents a day65%Above only 6% of peersVT avg 84%

Fines & penalties

Roughly the past three years

Enforcement summary

  • $390,404In fines
  • 5Fines
  • 1Payment denial
  • $92,065VT avg in fines
Above only 3% of peersFewer fines than 3% of rated homes in Vermont

Actions on record

  1. May 8, 2025Civil money penalty$80,698
  2. Aug 19, 2024Civil money penalty$77,857
  3. Feb 1, 2024Civil money penalty$149,292
  4. May 24, 2023Civil money penalty$9,939
  5. May 24, 2023Civil money penalty$72,618
  6. May 24, 2023Denial of payment for new admissionsfrom Aug 24, 2023

Ownership

As filed with CMS

Structure

Ownership type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Chain
Stellar Health Group7 facilities in the chain2.7★ chain average
Certification
Medicare and Medicaid
Location type
Rural
Ownership change
None in the last 12 months

People and entities on file

Direct owners (5%+)
  • Berlin Member LLC
  • Ariel Erlichman
Operational or managerial control
  • Ronald Hollerand
  • Yehuda Raindel
  • Alexandra Van Dyck
  • Moshe Wyner

Person Organization

Sources & notes

Public data, updated quarterly

Data sources

  • CMS Care Compare · Provider InformationStar ratings, staffing hours, turnover, penalties and flags · processed February 2026.
  • CMS Health CitationsEvery deficiency from the last three inspection cycles, with scope, severity and inspection cycle.
  • CMS Penalties and Ownership filesCivil money penalties, payment denials, and the owners and managers on file.

Notes

  • CMS Certification Number 475020 · 98 Hospitality Drive, Barre, VT, 05641.
  • Percentiles compare this facility with every rated nursing home in Vermont and Washington County. Turnover and fines are inverted so a high percentile is always good.
  • This is an informational summary of public data, not medical, legal, or placement advice. Facilities cannot pay to change it; a facility that believes a record is wrong can dispute it with CMS.

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