Cycle 1
Health 2025-06-11 · Fire 2025-06-11
8 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Rights (3 deficiencies)
4 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (3 deficiencies)
Howland, ME
Cummings Health Care Facility
3-star overall rating with 3-star inspections with $8,824 in total fines with 8 recent health deficiencies with 4 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
5 Crocker Street, Howland, ME
(207) 732-4121
Overall
3 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
3 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
2 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
2 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
34
Certified beds
Average residents
30
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
No chain reported
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1994-03-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Changed ownership
No
Within the last 12 months
Family council
Yes
Resident and family council reported
Sprinklers
Yes
Automatic sprinklers in all required areas
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
1.03
Registered nurse staffing · state 1.03 · national 0.68
LPN hours / resident day
0.00
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.83
Nurse aide staffing · state 2.86 · national 2.35
Total nurse hours
3.85
All reported nurse hours · state 4.35 · national 3.89
Licensed hours
1.03
RN + LPN hours · state 1.49 · national 1.54
Weekend hours
3.53
Weekend nurse staffing · state 3.91 · national 3.43
Weekend RN hours
0.87
Weekend registered nurse coverage · state 0.73 · national 0.47
Physical therapist
0.00
Reported PT staffing
Adjusted RN hours
0.94
CMS adjusted RN staffing hours
Adjusted total hours
3.53
CMS adjusted total nurse staffing hours
Case-mix index
1.49
Higher values indicate more complex resident acuity
RN turnover
0%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
0%
Annual nurse turnover
SNF QRP
Medicare quality reporting measures
| Measure | Facility | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potentially preventable 30-day readmission | Not Available |
10.72%
|
Not Available · Eligible stays 3 · Observed rate Not Available · Lower 95% interval Not Available · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Discharge to community | Not Available |
50.57%
|
Not Available · Eligible stays 2 · Observed rate Not Available · Lower 95% interval Not Available · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Medicare spending per beneficiary | Not Available |
1.02
|
Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Drug regimen review with follow-up | Not Available |
95.27%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure. |
| Falls with major injury | Not Available |
0.77%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure. |
| Discharge self-care score | Not Available |
53.69%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure. |
| Discharge mobility score | Not Available |
50.94%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure. |
| Pressure ulcers or injuries, new or worsened | Not Available |
2.29%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · Adjusted rate Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure. |
| Healthcare-associated infections requiring hospitalization | Not Available |
7.12%
|
Not Available · Eligible stays Not Available · Observed rate Not Available · Lower 95% interval Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure. |
| Staff COVID-19 vaccination coverage | 2% |
8.2%
6.2 pts worse
|
Numerator 1 · Denominator 50 |
| Staff flu vaccination coverage | 89.06% |
42%
47.1 pts better
|
Numerator 57 · Denominator 64 |
| Discharge function score | Not Available |
56.45%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure. |
| Transfer of health information to provider | Not Available |
95.95%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure. |
| Transfer of health information to patient | Not Available |
96.28%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure. |
| Resident COVID-19 vaccinations up to date | Not Available |
25.2%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure. |
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.3 |
1.4
1.1 pts better
|
1.9
1.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 0.3 · Observed 0.2 · Expected 1.1 · Used in QM five-star |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 2.5 |
2.1
0.4 pts worse
|
1.8
0.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 2.5 · Observed 1.8 · Expected 1.2 · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% |
90.7%
9.3 pts better
|
93.4%
6.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 100.0% · Q2 100.0% · Q3 100.0% · Q4 100.0% · 4Q avg 100.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% |
95.5%
4.5 pts better
|
95.5%
4.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 · 4Q avg 100.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 3.2% |
4.3%
1.1 pts better
|
3.3%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 3.1% · Q2 3.1% · Q3 3.1% · Q4 3.3% · 4Q avg 3.2% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 31.5% |
10.7%
20.8 pts worse
|
11.4%
20.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 9.7% · Q2 22.6% · Q3 43.8% · Q4 50.0% · 4Q avg 31.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 10.3% |
5.5%
4.8 pts worse
|
5.4%
4.9 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 21.4% · Q2 3.7% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 16.0% · 4Q avg 10.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 11.2% |
17.0%
5.8 pts better
|
19.6%
8.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 10.7% · Q2 14.8% · Q3 11.1% · Q4 8.0% · 4Q avg 11.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 18.3% |
21.0%
2.7 pts better
|
16.7%
1.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 25.0% · Q2 9.1% · Q3 20.8% · Q4 17.4% · 4Q avg 18.3% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.0%
About the same
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 36.3% |
29.6%
6.7 pts worse
|
16.3%
20 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 36.3% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 37.6% |
25.7%
11.9 pts worse
|
14.9%
22.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 40.7% · Q2 48.1% · Q3 34.6% · Q4 23.8% · 4Q avg 37.6% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 2.4% |
1.3%
1.1 pts worse
|
1.0%
1.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 5.8% · Q3 1.9% · Q4 2.1% · 4Q avg 2.4% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 6.3% |
2.7%
3.6 pts worse
|
1.7%
4.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 12.5% · Q2 6.2% · Q3 3.1% · Q4 3.3% · 4Q avg 6.3% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 38.2% |
29.8%
8.4 pts worse
|
19.8%
18.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 28.9% · Q2 34.5% · Q3 39.3% · Q4 51.4% · 4Q avg 38.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 3.7% |
4.4%
0.7 pts better
|
5.1%
1.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 3.0% · Q2 7.2% · Q3 2.3% · Q4 2.2% · 4Q avg 3.7% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 75.0% |
71.2%
3.8 pts better
|
81.7%
6.7 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 75.0% |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-07-17 · Fire 2024-07-17
14 health deficiencies
Top issue: Infection Control (3 deficiencies)
0 fire-safety deficiencies
No concentrated fire-safety issue counts in this cycle.
Cycle 3
Health 2023-05-11 · Fire 2023-05-11
7 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Rights (3 deficiencies)
5 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-11
E15 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
Corrected 2025-07-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-11
K914 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Corrected 2025-07-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-11
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2025-07-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-11
K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2025-07-28
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-05-11
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2023-05-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-05-11
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2023-05-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-05-11
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2023-05-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-05-11
K919 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Corrected 2023-05-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-05-11
K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2023-05-23
Inspection history
Recent health citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-11
F801 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
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.
Corrected 2025-07-19
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-11
F851 · Administration Deficiencies
Health
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected 2025-07-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-11
F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2025-07-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-11
F578 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected 2025-07-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-11
F580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2025-06-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-11
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2025-07-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-11
F711 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Corrected 2025-07-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-06-11
F849 · Administration Deficiencies
Health
Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
Corrected 2025-06-13
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-17
F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2024-08-01
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-17
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-08-01
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-17
F883 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected 2024-08-21
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-17
F947 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Corrected 2024-07-29
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-17
F637 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected 2024-08-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-17
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2024-08-07
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-17
F727 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Corrected 2024-08-21
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-17
F730 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected 2024-08-02
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-17
F814 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected 2024-08-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-07-17
F887 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Educate 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.
Corrected 2024-08-21
B · Minimal harm
2024-07-17
F568 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Corrected 2024-07-26
B · Minimal harm
2024-07-17
F577 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Corrected 2024-08-01
B · Minimal harm
2024-07-17
F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2024-08-01
G · Actual harm
2024-03-05
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2023-12-12
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-05-11
F552 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected 2023-06-21
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-05-11
F580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2023-06-21
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-05-11
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2023-06-21
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-05-11
F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
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.
Corrected 2023-07-03
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-05-11
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2023-06-21
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-05-11
F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2023-07-03
B · Minimal harm
2023-05-11
F732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected 2023-06-21
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
$8,824
2024-03-05
Fine
Fine · fine $8,824
Fine
Ownership
Goslin, Addison
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Goslin, Addison
Corporate Officer · Individual
Goslin, Addison
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Goslin, David
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Goslin, David
Corporate Officer · Individual
Goslin, David
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Goslin, David
5% Or Greater Mortgage Interest · Individual
Goslin, Melinda
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Goslin, Melinda
Corporate Officer · Individual
Goslin, Melinda
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Goslin, Melinda
5% Or Greater Mortgage Interest · Individual
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