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Mclean Health Center

Simsbury, Connecticut · CCN 075216

13 surveys since 2010. The first finding at harm level was recorded in 2015.

Data as of , released by CMS on October 8, 2026. Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog.

Citations on record
43
Surveys
13
Harm or worse
3
Immediate jeopardy
0
The record, 2010–2026
’10’15’20’25’26
No harm recordedHarm or worseNot surveyed
Harm or worse3

Findings where a surveyor recorded actual harm to a resident.

Beyond CMS’s monthly file7/13

Older surveys no longer in CMS’s monthly file or on Care Compare. They are shown here.

The facility

Certified beds
72
Ownership
Non profit - Other
Chain
Independent
County
Capitol
Medicare-certified since
1972

CMS ratings

Overall
5
Health inspection
4
Staffing
5
Quality measures
5

CMS’s own Five-Star ratings.

Compared with similar facilities

Not shown for this facility: too few citations in window (n=16, floor 20).

Last survey on record

Jul 7, 2026

125 days ago.

Counts surveys with at least one finding. A clean survey leaves no record here, so the real gap may be shorter.

Staffing

MeasureThis facilityPeer median
Nurse hours per resident day5.124.57
Registered-nurse hours per resident day1.74—
Annual nurse turnover26.6%35.1%

As reported by the facility to CMS, beside the peer-group median.

Enforcement

No fines, payment denials or special-focus designation on the current CMS record.

Severity of recent findings

Citations by CMS scope and severity. Rows are harm level, columns are how widespread the finding was.
SeverityIsolatedPatternWidespread
Immediate jeopardyJ—K—L—
Actual harmG16.3%H—I—
No harm, potential for more than minimalD1381.3%E—F16.3%
No harm, potential for minimalA—B16.3%C—
CMS’s current file: 16 of the 43 citations on record.

Most frequently cited here

In CMS’s current monthly file.

  • F5802×

    Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

  • F6842×

    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

  • F6892×

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

  • F5541×

    Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

  • F6861×

    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

In the surveyor’s words

From the most serious findings on record at Mclean Health Center, in the surveyor’s own words.

  • Actual harm, isolatedF689Aug 20, 2025

    Based on review of clinical records, interviews, and review of facility documentation and policy for one (1) of three (3) residents (Resident #1) reviewed for accidents, the facility failed to ensure a resident was safely transferred using a mechanical lift. The findings included:Resident #1 was admitted to the facility March 2021 with diagnoses of hemiplegia and hemiparesis, major depressive disorder, and anxiety disorder. Review of the Comprehensive Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] identified Resident #1 had a Brief Mental Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of fifteen (15) and indicated Resident #1 was cognitively intact. […]

  • No harm, potential for more than minimal, widespreadF812Sep 15, 2023

    Based on tour of the Dietary Department and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure stored food included an expiration date, was dated when opened and failed to ensure refuse was covered near food items. The findings include: Tour of the Dietary Department on 9/11/23 at 11:30 AM with the Director of Dining Services identified the following in the HC-HC Reach in Refrigerator: a. a 1 gallon container that was 1/3 full of Vinaigrette dressing was dated as opened 8/18/23, but the container or labeling failed to include an expiration date. b. a 1 gallon container that was 3/4 full of Italian dressing was dated as opened on 9/6/23 but failed to identify an expiration date either on the container or labeling. c. […]

  • No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF580Jul 7, 2026

    Based on clinical record review, facility documentation review, facility policy review, and interviews for one of three residents (Resident #1) reviewed for medication errors, the facility failed to ensure the resident and physician/APRN were notified timely when a medication was not administered in accordance with physician orders. The findings include: Resident #1's diagnoses included depressive episodes and anxiety disorder. The Resident Care Plan (RCP) dated 4/8/2026 identified Resident #1 had anxiety and insomnia. Interventions directed to administer antianxiety medications as ordered by the physician, and maintain consistent schedule with daily routine. The admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] identified that Resident #1 was alert and oriented. […]

  • No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF755Jul 7, 2026

    Based on clinical record review, facility documentation review, facility policy review and interviews for one of three residents (Resident #1) reviewed for medication errors, the facility failed to ensure medications were administered in accordance with physician orders. The findings include: Resident #1's diagnoses included depressive episodes and anxiety disorder. The Resident Care Plan (RCP) dated [DATE] identified Resident #1 had anxiety and insomnia. Interventions directed to administer antianxiety medications as ordered by the physician, and maintain consistent schedule with daily routine. The admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] identified that Resident #1 was alert and oriented. […]

  • No harm, potential for more than minimal, isolatedF580Mar 16, 2026

    Based on clinical record review, facility documentation review, facility policy review, and interviews for one of three residents (Resident #1) reviewed for change in condition, the facility failed to ensure responsible party was notified timely of medication changes. The findings included: Resident #1's diagnoses included pneumonitis, neuropathic bladder and cognitive communication disorder. Record review identified Resident #1 was self-responsible until 12/20/2025, and Resident #1 had two (2) designated Responsible Parties. The admission Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment dated [DATE] identified Resident #1 had a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of nine out of fifteen, indicative of moderate cognitive impairment, was dependent with ADLs, and had indwelling urinary catheter. […]

Read 22 findings in full →The most serious and the most recent: 22 of 43 on record.

Every survey on record

FindingsAt actual harm or above

  • Jul 7, 2026Complaint2 findings
  • Mar 16, 2026Complaint1 finding
  • Aug 20, 2025Complaint2 findings · 1 harm
  • Apr 30, 2025Standard3 findings
  • Sep 15, 2023Standard7 findings
  • Dec 22, 2021Standard1 finding
  • Jul 25, 2019Standard8 findings
  • Jun 22, 2018Standard and complaint3 findings
Show the 5 earlier surveys
  • May 15, 2015Standard and complaint3 findings · 2 harm
  • Mar 27, 2014Standard6 findings
  • Feb 14, 2013—3 findings
  • Jan 27, 2012—2 findings
  • Dec 9, 2010—2 findings

Surveys that found no deficiencies are not in CMS’s files and do not appear here.

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