About Merrimack County Nursing Home
Merrimack County Nursing Home, located in BOSCAWEN, NH, is a government owned organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose Merrimack County Nursing Home
- More Nursing Time: Staff spends 4.76 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 3 Stars
- Nursing Hours 4.76 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
For AI Users, Agents, and Developers
Do you use a Generative AI assistant like ChatGPT or Claude or others? If so, you can point your assistant to our MCP server at https://mcp.nursinghomedatabase.com/mcp and have it do the searching for you. Ask your question and use our data to help you find the answers.
- Prefer scripts? Use a public REST API for JSON over HTTPS. Or set up MCP using our setup guide.
- Fair use applies; high-volume or commercial use may need a custom data arrangement.
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).
Above Average Staffing
Merrimack County Nursing Home provides more care hours than the state average and more than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 3 |
|
| Health Inspection | 2 |
|
| Quality Measures | 4 |
|
| Staffing | 5 |
|
Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 24 | Mar 25, 2026 |
| Weighted Average | 27 | 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) | 20.5% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 7.7% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 1.8% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 0.9% |
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) | 18.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 2.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 0.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 1.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 7.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 3.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 97.3% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 80.5% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 1.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 17.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 24.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 98.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 56.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 2.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 26.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 19.9% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2024: 2 complaints
- Total: 2 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| May 02, 2024 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| Mar 13, 2024 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
Nearby Hospitals
CONCORD HOSPITAL
CONCORD, NH
CONCORD HOSPITAL- LACONIA
LACONIA, NH
NEW LONDON HOSPITAL
NEW LONDON, NH
HUGGINS HOSPITAL
WOLFEBORO, NH
CONCORD HOSPITAL- FRANKLIN
FRANKLIN, NH
NEW HAMPSHIRE HOSPITAL
CONCORD, NH
Owner & Operator Information
Management & Direction
- AMANDA ALLEY ADP OF THE SNF
- AMANDA ALLEY OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- BRUCE BOURBEAU ADP OF THE SNF
- BRUCE BOURBEAU OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- COUNTY OF MERRIMACK ADP OF THE SNF
- COUNTY OF MERRIMACK OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- ROSS CUNNINGHAM ADP OF THE SNF
- ROSS CUNNINGHAM OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- STACEY DAITCH OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- STACEY DAITCH ADP OF THE SNF
- LORI DRESSER OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- LORI DRESSER ADP OF THE SNF
- VIRGINIA EVANS OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- VIRGINIA EVANS ADP OF THE SNF
- SARAH GLOVER OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- SARAH GLOVER ADP OF THE SNF
- MARY HEATH OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- MARY HEATH ADP OF THE SNF
- WENDY HEATH OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- WENDY HEATH ADP OF THE SNF
- ROSS JOHNSON OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- ROSS JOHNSON ADP OF THE SNF
- CHRISTOPHER KNEELAND ADP OF THE SNF
- CHRISTOPHER KNEELAND CORPORATE OFFICER
- SHERRIE KNEELAND ADP OF THE SNF
- SHERRIE KNEELAND OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- DAVID LOVELIEN ADP OF THE SNF
- DAVID LOVELIEN MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- HEATHER MOQUIN OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- HEATHER MOQUIN ADP OF THE SNF
- ERIC MUZZEY OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- ERIC MUZZEY ADP OF THE SNF
- JEN RIDLON OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- JEN RIDLON ADP OF THE SNF
- STEPHEN SHURTLEFF ADP OF THE SNF
- STEPHEN SHURTLEFF MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- SHAWNA THEIS OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- SHAWNA THEIS ADP OF THE SNF
- STUART TRACHY MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- STUART TRACHY ADP OF THE SNF
- AARON TURNER CORPORATE OFFICER
- AARON TURNER ADP OF THE SNF
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Francis Rehabilitation and Nursing Center | N/A | 5 |
| Belknap County Nursing Home | N/A | 5 |
| Mount Carmel Rehabilitation and Nursing Center | N/A | 4 |
| Hillsborough County Nursing Home | N/A | 5 |
| Havenwood-Heritage Heights | N/A | 3 |
| Golden View Health Care Center | N/A | 5 |
| Laconia Rehabilitation Center | N/A | 3 |
| Harris Hill Center, Genesis Healthcare | N/A | 2 |
| Wolfeboro Bay Center | N/A | 2 |
| Courville at Manchester | N/A | 2 |
Related Analysis
Best Nursing Homes in BOSCAWEN, NH
Compare Merrimack County Nursing Home to the top-rated facilities in the area.
Ownership Details
Complete list of registered owners, including direct and indirect ownership.
Noted Deficiencies
Detailed history of deficiencies with descriptions and correction dates.
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 Merrimack County Nursing Home directly at 6037962165. 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.