Health & Rehabilitation Center at Thomas Circle
Location: 1330 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC [See Map]
Overview
Health & Rehabilitation Center at Thomas Circle in Washington, DC has an overall rating of 5 out of 5 and has a short-term rehabilitation rating of High Performing. It is a small facility with 27 beds and has for-profit, corporate ownership. Health & Rehabilitation Center at Thomas Circle is a part of a continuing care retirement community. It participates in Medicare and Medicaid.
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Short-Term Rehabilitation Rating
Patient Safety Summary for Health & Rehabilitation Center at Thomas Circle
With Coronavirus posing a significant risk to seniors, patient safety is of utmost importance. While US News does not give a Patient Safety rating, these are important aspects of choosing a Nursing Home. Certain of these elements are part of the long and short term care ratings.
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Reported COVID-19 Cases to Date As of 11/22/2020, this home's reported COVID-19 infection cases among its residents and staff. This reporting to the federal government is required by regulation. More information available at CMS. | 13 |
Reported COVID-19 Cases in Most Recent Cycle From 11/15/2020 to 11/22/2020, this home's reported COVID-19 infection cases among its residents and staff. This reporting to the federal government is required by regulation. More information available at CMS. | 1 |
Flu vaccination Percentage of short term rehab patients who were appropriately given a timely flu vaccination. Vaccinations are an important disease-prevention tool, especially when people are living in close proximity. Data used in analysis was from 01/01/2019 - 12/31/2019. | 73.7% Average: 80.5% National Average: 82.9% Higher is better |
Pneumonia vaccination Percentage of long term care residents who were appropriately given a pneumonia vaccination. Vaccinations are an important disease-prevention tool, especially when people are living in close proximity. Data used in analysis was from 01/01/2019 - 12/31/2019. | N/A |
Prevention of falls Percentage of short term rehab patients who did not experience any falls resulting in a major injury, such as bone fracture or dislocation. Data used in analysis was from 10/01/2018 - 09/30/2019. | 99.4% Average: 99.5% National Average: 99.1% Higher is better |
Infection Control Violations The home has a record of health deficiencies/violations in the most recent inspection as of September 2020. | No |
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Location & Contact
Nursing Home Location
Health & Rehabilitation Center at Thomas Circle
1330 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20005
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Nearby Hospital
Nearby Nursing Homes
Bridgepoint Sub-Acute and Rehabilitation Capitol Hill
223 Seventh St. NE, Washington, DC 20002
2.1 miles away
Short-Term Rehabilitation Rating
This rating evaluates a nursing home's quality of post-acute care for patients recovering from a hospital stay such as after stroke, heart attack, infection or accidental injury. View Rating Methodology »
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Registered nurse staffing Availability of registered nursing staff per resident per day. Registered nurses have the highest training level among nursing staff. Nursing levels are most associated with successful rehabilitation. Data used in analysis was from 01/01/2019 - 12/31/2019. | 1 hrs 20 mins District of Columbia Average: 1 hrs 34 mins National Average: 41 mins Higher is better |
Physical therapist staffing Availability of physical rehabilitation therapists per resident per day. Patients who receive appropriate PT are more likely to go home on time and be able to avoid injury. Data used in analysis was from 01/01/2019 - 12/31/2019. | 20 mins District of Columbia Average: 8 mins National Average: 5 mins Higher is better |
Consistent nurse staffing Percentage of days where federal standards for registered nurse staffing hours were met. Adequate staffing is associated with better safety and outcomes. Data used in analysis was from 01/01/2019 - 12/31/2019. | 100.0% District of Columbia Average: 99.5% National Average: 97.7% Higher is better |
Flu vaccination Percentage of short term rehab patients who were appropriately given a timely flu vaccination. Vaccinations are an important disease-prevention tool, especially when people are living in close proximity. Data used in analysis was from 01/01/2019 - 12/31/2019. | 73.7% District of Columbia Average: 80.5% National Average: 82.9% Higher is better |
Use of antipsychotic drugs Percentage of patients who were newly given antipsychotic drugs. High levels of use of these drugs can indicate inappropriate use for behavior control rather than for medical treatment. Data used in analysis was from 01/01/2019 - 12/31/2019. | 0.3% District of Columbia Average: 1.1% National Average: 1.8% Lower is better |
Prevention of falls Percentage of short term rehab patients who did not experience any falls resulting in a major injury, such as bone fracture or dislocation. Data used in analysis was from 10/01/2018 - 09/30/2019. | 99.4% District of Columbia Average: 99.5% National Average: 99.1% Higher is better |
Emergency-room visits Percent of patients who needed to go to an ER (ED) during their stay. Indicative of higher quality of care and attention to patient safety. Data used in analysis was from 01/01/2019 - 12/31/2019. | 10.5% District of Columbia Average: 6.5% National Average: 10.3% Lower is better |
Patients able to return home Percentage of patients who were discharged from the nursing home to their own home or residence, an indication of successful rehabilitation. Data used in analysis was from 10/01/2016 - 09/30/2018. | 65.8% District of Columbia Average: 50.4% National Average: 49.1% Higher is better |
Rate of substantiated complaints Indicates that a home had a low or reasonable level of substantiated complaints. A low rate of complaints is associated with better safety and satisfaction. Data used in analysis was from 10/31/2014 - 03/03/2020. | Low or reasonable volume of complaints |
Patient-centered rehabilitation therapy Percentage of patients who received more than the minimum amount of therapy indicated for their condition. This suggests that patients are receiving appropriate care. Data used in analysis was from 01/01/2017 - 12/31/2017. | 78.4% District of Columbia Average: 52.0% National Average: 48.0% Higher is better |
Government Conducted Inspections
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services conducts regular health, fire and safety inspections. The most recent inspection reports are below. These are not part of U.S. News' ratings calculation.
Health Inspection
A government-assigned rating based on results of state health inspections. Shows how well this home met health and safety standards for food preparation and other activities in the latest three state inspections. Such inspections are conducted at least every 15 months. Also includes results of consumer complaint investigations.
See Health Inspection Violations for the Cycle Ending on May 30, 2019
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Violation Information | Potential For Harm | Residents Affected | Inspection Date | Date Fixed | ||||
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Nursing home has failed to reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | Low | Few | 05/30/19 | 07/22/19 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency. | Very Low | Many | 05/30/19 | 07/22/19 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to allow residents to easily view the nursing home’s survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. | Very Low | Many | 05/30/19 | 07/22/19 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to 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. | Low | Few | 05/30/19 | 07/22/19 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. | Low | Few | 05/30/19 | 07/22/19 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to 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. | Low | Many | 05/30/19 | 07/22/19 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | Low | Few | 05/30/19 | 07/22/19 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident’s needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Low | Few | 05/30/19 | 07/22/19 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Low | Few | 05/30/19 | 07/22/19 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | Low | Few | 05/30/19 | 07/22/19 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to provide or obtain dental services for each resident. | Low | Few | 05/30/19 | 07/22/19 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Low | Some | 05/30/19 | 07/22/19 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. | Low | Many | 05/30/19 | 07/22/19 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. | Low | Many | 05/30/19 | 07/22/19 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Low | Many | 05/30/19 | 07/22/19 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to keep all essential equipment working safely. | Low | Some | 05/30/19 | 07/22/19 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to make sure that a working call system is available in each resident’s bathroom and bathing area. | Low | Few | 05/30/19 | 07/22/19 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | Low | Some | 05/30/19 | 07/22/19 |
See Health Inspection Violations for the Cycle Ending on August 15, 2018
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Violation Information | Potential For Harm | Residents Affected | Inspection Date | Date Fixed | ||||
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Nursing home has failed to honor the resident’s right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | Low | Few | 08/15/18 | 10/30/18 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | Low | Few | 08/15/18 | 10/30/18 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to honor the resident’s right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. | Low | Few | 08/15/18 | 10/30/18 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to honor the resident’s right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. | Low | Some | 08/15/18 | 10/30/18 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to 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. | Low | Few | 08/15/18 | 10/30/18 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to 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. | Low | Many | 08/15/18 | 10/30/18 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | Low | Few | 08/15/18 | 10/30/18 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident’s needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Low | Few | 08/15/18 | 10/30/18 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | Low | Few | 08/15/18 | 10/30/18 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | Low | Some | 08/15/18 | 10/30/18 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Low | Few | 08/15/18 | 10/30/18 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Low | Some | 08/15/18 | 10/30/18 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. | Low | Few | 08/15/18 | 10/30/18 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Low | Many | 08/15/18 | 10/30/18 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to keep all essential equipment working safely. | Low | Few | 08/15/18 | 10/30/18 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | Low | Few | 08/15/18 | 10/30/18 |
See Health Inspection Violations for the Cycle Ending on August 08, 2017
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Violation Information | Potential For Harm | Residents Affected | Inspection Date | Date Fixed | ||||
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Nursing home has failed to provide care for residents in a way that maintains or improves their dignity and respect in full recognition of their individuality. | Low | Some | 08/08/17 | 10/02/17 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | Low | Few | 08/08/17 | 10/02/17 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to give notice to the resident before a room or roommate change. | Low | Few | 08/08/17 | 10/02/17 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to provide activities to meet the interests and needs of each resident. | Low | Some | 08/08/17 | 10/02/17 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to provide housekeeping and maintenance services. | Low | Some | 08/08/17 | 10/02/17 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to develop a complete care plan that meets all the resident’s needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Low | Few | 08/08/17 | 10/02/17 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. | Low | Some | 08/08/17 | 10/02/17 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards. | Low | Few | 08/08/17 | 10/02/17 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading. | Low | Many | 08/08/17 | 10/02/17 | ||||
Nursing home has failed to make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | Low | Some | 08/08/17 | 10/02/17 |
Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness
How well this home met National Fire Protection Association standards over its latest inspections.
Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness Violations Over Time
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Penalties
This nursing home has not been fined or denied payment in the last three years.
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