About Ark Healthcare and Rehabilitation at Branford Hills
Ark Healthcare And Rehabilitation At Branford Hills, located in BRANFORD, CT, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose Ark Healthcare and Rehabilitation at Branford Hills
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 2 Stars
- Nursing Hours 3.80 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
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Nursing Staff Analysis
Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Below Average Staffing
Ark Healthcare and Rehabilitation at Branford Hills provides less care hours than the state average and less than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 2 |
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| Health Inspection | 2 |
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| Quality Measures | 3 |
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| Staffing | 3 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 80 | Feb 05, 2026 |
| Weighted Average | 88 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending Jun 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.
Medicare claims-based measures
Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) | 26.5% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 6.7% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 2.6% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 0.4% |
MDS-based measures
Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) | 20.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 5.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 0.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 2.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 8.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 4.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 76.5% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 91.5% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 1.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 24.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 10.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 94.2% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 91.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 5.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 29.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 19.8% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2023: 2 complaints
- 2024: 8 complaints
- 2025: 3 complaints
- Total: 13 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Oct 03, 2025 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. |
| Oct 03, 2025 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. |
| Oct 03, 2025 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. |
| Oct 10, 2024 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| Oct 10, 2024 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. |
| Oct 09, 2024 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| Sep 09, 2024 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Sep 03, 2024 | Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. |
| Sep 03, 2024 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. |
| Jul 15, 2024 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Jun 01, 2024 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Aug 29, 2023 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| Aug 29, 2023 | 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. |
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Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
ABH OPCO LLC
Ownership Structure
- AKIVA FRIED Direct: 17%
- AARON SODDEN Direct: 17%
- ALLAN WIESEL Direct: 17%
Management & Direction
- AKIVA FRIED CORPORATE OFFICER
- AARON SODDEN W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE
- AARON SODDEN CORPORATE OFFICER
- ALLEN STEIN CORPORATE OFFICER
- ALLAN WIESEL CORPORATE OFFICER
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Long Island State Veterans Home | N/A | 5 |
| Southington Care Center | N/A | 5 |
| Acadia Center For Nursing and Rehabilitation | N/A | 5 |
| Leeway, Inc | N/A | 5 |
| Milford Health and Rehabilitation Center | N/A | 5 |
| The Springs at 3030 Park | N/A | 5 |
| Complete Care at Middlebury | N/A | 5 |
| Orange Health Care Center | N/A | 5 |
| Chestelm Health and Rehabilitation Center | N/A | 5 |
| Evergreen Woods | N/A | 5 |
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Noted Deficiencies
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Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
- Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
- Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
- Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
- Room type (private vs. semi-private)
- Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
- Length of stay and specific services required
For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Ark Healthcare and Rehabilitation at Branford Hills directly at 2034816221. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
Environment & Cleanliness
- Overall cleanliness and odors
- Resident room conditions
- Common area maintenance
- Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
- Staff-to-resident ratios
- How staff interact with residents
- Response time to resident needs
- Staff knowledge and professionalism
Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.