nursing home in Rocky Hill, CT
John L. Levitow Health Care Center
287 West St, Rocky Hill, CT 06067 · (860) 616-3700
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
John L. Levitow Health Care Center at a glance
John L. Levitow Health Care Center is a 125-bed government nursing home in Rocky Hill, Connecticut (Capitol County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Connecticut average of 3.
Residents receive about 5.6 hours of nursing care per day (1.5 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 25, 2025) found 7 health citations. The Connecticut average is 13.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 12% per year (state average 37.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Beds
- 125
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- March 4, 2020
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Capitol County
- CMS Certification Number
- 075443
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Connecticut avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Connecticut avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 5.61 hrs | 3.73 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.55 hrs | 0.69 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.16 hrs | 2.22 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 5.00 hrs | 3.37 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 12% | 37.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 3.7% | 38.6% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Connecticut avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 7 | 13 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 36 | 80.8 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Connecticut avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $23,730 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Connecticut avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 125 | 118 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 85 | 103 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 67.9% | 88.3% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Connecticut avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 0.6% | 3.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6.6% | 4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 23.2% | 17.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.4% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Average |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 19.3% | 18% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 9.7% | 16.4% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7.3% | 6.5% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.7% | 22.3% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 12.1% | 17.6% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 23.7% | 24.7% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 93.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.7% | 88.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Connecticut avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.8% | 71.8% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 15 health deficiencies and 5 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 25, 2025 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 2, 2025 |
| February 25, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 2, 2025 |
| February 25, 2025 Standard | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0676 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 8, 2025 |
| February 25, 2025 Standard | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 8, 2025 |
| February 25, 2025 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 8, 2025 |
| February 25, 2025 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 8, 2025 |
| February 25, 2025 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 8, 2025 |
| February 25, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 8, 2025 |
| February 25, 2025 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 8, 2025 |
| February 16, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 6, 2023 |
| February 16, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure medical gas and vacuum systems have documented maintenance programs. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0907 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 6, 2023 |
| February 16, 2023 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 6, 2023 |
| February 16, 2023 Standard | Verify that a nurse aide has been trained; and if they haven't worked as a nurse aide for 2 years, receive retraining. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0729 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 30, 2023 |
| February 16, 2023 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 30, 2023 |
| February 16, 2023 Standard | Develop 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 Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 30, 2023 |
| February 16, 2023 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 30, 2023 |
| February 16, 2023 Standard | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 30, 2023 |
| January 31, 2020 Standard | Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0790 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 12, 2020 |
| January 31, 2020 Standard | Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0576 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected March 12, 2020 |
| January 31, 2020 Standard | Conduct 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. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0838 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected March 12, 2020 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| STATE OF CONNECTICUT Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 03/04/2020 |
| CELTIC CONSULTING LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/21/2019 |
| MORTENSEN, ERIC Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2019 |
| NELSON, LAURA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/14/2018 |
| STATE OF CONNECTICUT Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| WELCH, RONALD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/02/2023 |
| WELCH, RONALD Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/02/2023 |
| MORTENSEN, ERIC Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2019 |
| NELSON, LAURA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/14/2018 |
| WELCH, RONALD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/02/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is John L. Levitow Health Care Center's rating?
John L. Levitow Health Care Center has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Connecticut nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did John L. Levitow Health Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a Connecticut average of 13. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does John L. Levitow Health Care Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns John L. Levitow Health Care Center?
It is government - state. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is John L. Levitow Health Care Center and how do I contact it?
John L. Levitow Health Care Center is at 287 West St, Rocky Hill, CT 06067. Phone: (860) 616-3700.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.