nursing home in Burlington, VT
Premier Rehab and Healthcare at Burlington
300 Pearl Street, Burlington, VT 05401 · (802) 658-4200
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★3
- Special Focus candidate
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Premier Rehab and Healthcare at Burlington at a glance
Premier Rehab and Healthcare at Burlington is a 164-bed for-profit nursing home in Burlington, Vermont (Chittenden County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Vermont average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 4.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4.2 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 17, 2025) found 13 health citations. The Vermont average is 7.8.
Federal regulators fined it 4 times in the past three years, totaling $137,679.
Nursing staff turnover is 70.4% per year (state average 55.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 164
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Stellar Health Group
- Medicare-certified since
- February 11, 1970
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Chittenden County
- CMS Certification Number
- 475014
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.16 hrs | 4.22 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.52 hrs | 0.80 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.54 hrs | 2.54 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.80 hrs | 3.66 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 70.4% | 55.4% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 50% | 39.9% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 13 | 8 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 5 | 3 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 154 | 103.1 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 4 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $137,679 | $87,304 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 4 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 164 | 89 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 129 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 78.8% | 85.1% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 5.8% | 5.9% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.9% | 5.3% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 21.6% | 19.9% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.5% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 14.2% | 19.3% | 13.9% | Average |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 20% | 17.4% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 8.1% | 6.6% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 12.4% | 13% | 12.8% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 15.4% | 16.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 22% | 26.8% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.7% | 97.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 94.2% | 94.9% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Vermont avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2.5% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 86.8% | 78.5% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 88.3% | 83.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 35 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 6 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 8, 2026 Complaint | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 15, 2026 |
| March 17, 2026 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected March 18, 2026 |
| December 17, 2025 Standard | 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. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected January 16, 2026 |
| December 17, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected January 16, 2026 |
| December 17, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 16, 2026 |
| December 17, 2025 Standard | Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0809 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 16, 2026 |
| December 17, 2025 Standard | Employ 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 Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0801 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 16, 2026 |
| December 17, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 16, 2026 |
| December 17, 2025 Complaint | Honor 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 Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 16, 2026 |
| December 17, 2025 Standard | 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 January 16, 2026 |
| December 17, 2025 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 16, 2026 |
| December 17, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 16, 2026 |
| December 12, 2025 Complaint | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 2, 2026 |
| May 20, 2025 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 June 9, 2025 |
| May 20, 2025 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 June 9, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 Complaint | Provide 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 Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 18, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 18, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 18, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 18, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 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 January 18, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 Complaint | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 18, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 18, 2025 |
| December 4, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0806 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected January 18, 2025 |
| July 17, 2024 Complaint | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 3, 2024 |
| July 17, 2024 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0806 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 3, 2024 |
| July 17, 2024 Complaint | Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0802 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 3, 2024 |
| July 17, 2024 Complaint | Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0776 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 3, 2024 |
| July 17, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 3, 2024 |
| July 17, 2024 Complaint | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 3, 2024 |
| June 12, 2024 Complaint | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 7, 2024 |
| May 29, 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2024 |
| May 29, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2024 |
| October 13, 2023 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected November 4, 2023 |
| October 13, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 4, 2023 |
| September 13, 2023 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 29, 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 4 federal penalties in the past three years, including $137,679 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 17, 2026 | Fine | $19,135 |
| December 12, 2025 | Fine | $32,760 |
| May 29, 2024 | Fine | $12,529 |
| October 11, 2023 | Fine | $73,255 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BURLINGTON OPCO HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 12/18/2024 |
| ERLICHMAN, ARIEL Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 12/18/2024 |
| RUBIN, ALTER Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 12/18/2024 |
| ERLICHMAN, ARIEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/18/2024 |
| HOLLERAND, RONALD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/03/2025 |
| PITCHER, MARK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/04/2025 |
| RUBIN, ALTER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/18/2024 |
| WYNER, MOSHE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/18/2024 |
| HOLLERAND, RONALD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/18/2024 |
| PITCHER, MARK Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/18/2024 |
| RAINDEL, YEHUDA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/18/2024 |
| WYNER, MOSHE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/18/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Premier Rehab and Healthcare at Burlington's rating?
Premier Rehab and Healthcare at Burlington has 1 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Vermont nursing homes is 2.9 stars.
How many inspection citations did Premier Rehab and Healthcare at Burlington receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 13 citations, compared with a Vermont average of 7.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Premier Rehab and Healthcare at Burlington 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 Premier Rehab and Healthcare at Burlington?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Stellar Health Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Premier Rehab and Healthcare at Burlington and how do I contact it?
Premier Rehab and Healthcare at Burlington is at 300 Pearl Street, Burlington, VT 05401. Phone: (802) 658-4200.
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.