nursing home in Unity, NH
Sullivan County Health Care
5 Nursing Home Drive, Unity, NH 03743 · (603) 542-9511
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Sullivan County Health Care at a glance
Sullivan County Health Care is a 156-bed government nursing home in Unity, New Hampshire (Sullivan County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the New Hampshire average of 3.
Residents receive about 5.6 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 11, 2025) found 2 health citations. The New Hampshire average is 4.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $16,153.
Nursing staff turnover is 48.1% per year (state average 44.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Beds
- 156
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- September 15, 2002
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Sullivan County
- CMS Certification Number
- 305093
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New Hampshire avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | New Hampshire avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 5.56 hrs | 3.90 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.56 hrs | 0.78 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.02 hrs | 2.34 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 5.21 hrs | 3.47 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 48.1% | 44.1% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 33.3% | 40.9% | 42.9% | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | New Hampshire avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 2 | 4 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 16 | 24.6 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | New Hampshire avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $16,153 | $7,928 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | New Hampshire avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 156 | 100 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 114 | 81 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 73.1% | 81.4% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New Hampshire avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 3.4% | 4.4% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.7% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 26.1% | 17.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.9% | 2.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 3.5% | 1.1% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 30.9% | 22.7% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 18.1% | 17.5% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.4% | 5.4% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.3% | 13.7% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 16.5% | 19% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 31.4% | 25.7% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 91.4% | 98% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 89% | 97.3% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New Hampshire avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 28% | 83% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 30.5% | 86.8% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 10 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 11, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected December 29, 2025 |
| December 11, 2025 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 9, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Standard | Develop 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 Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 9, 2026 |
| June 6, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected June 4, 2025 |
| October 16, 2024 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 November 25, 2024 |
| October 16, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected November 5, 2024 |
| January 4, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 31, 2024 |
| January 4, 2024 Complaint | 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 January 31, 2024 |
| October 19, 2023 Standard | Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0712 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 23, 2024 |
| October 19, 2023 Complaint | 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 November 3, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Complaint | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 3, 2023 |
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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $16,153 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| June 6, 2025 | Fine | $16,153 |
| October 19, 2023 | Payment Denial | 35 days from January 19, 2024 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAGOS, MATTHEW Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/19/2022 |
| LAGOS, MATTHEW Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/19/2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sullivan County Health Care's rating?
Sullivan County Health Care has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for New Hampshire nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Sullivan County Health Care receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a New Hampshire average of 4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Sullivan County Health Care 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 Sullivan County Health Care?
It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Sullivan County Health Care and how do I contact it?
Sullivan County Health Care is at 5 Nursing Home Drive, Unity, NH 03743. Phone: (603) 542-9511.
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.