Norwalk Care Center in Norwalk, CT

Norwalk Care Center is a medicare and medicaid certified nursing home in Norwalk, Connecticut. It is located in Western Ct county at 23 Prospect Avenue, Norwalk, Connecticut 06850. You can reach out to the office of Norwalk Care Center via phone at (203) 853-0010. This skilled nursing facility has 150 federally certified beds with average occupancy rate of 90.33%. Its legal business name is Norwalk Care Center LLC and has the following ownership type - For Profit - Limited Liability Company. It is part of Highbridge Healthcare, a chain of 6 nursing homes.

Norwalk Care Center (Medicare CCN 075159) is certified by CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) and participates in both medicare and medicaid program. This means if you are part of medicare or medicaid program, you may consider this nursing facility for your medical needs. It was first certified by CMS in 1973 (53 years certified) and the last quality survey was conducted in October, 2024.

Contact Information

Norwalk Care Center
23 Prospect Avenue, Norwalk, Connecticut 06850
(203) 853-0010

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Nursing Home Profile

NameNorwalk Care Center
Location23 Prospect Avenue, Norwalk, Connecticut
Certified ByMedicare and Medicaid
No. of Certified Beds150
Occupancy Rate90.33%
Medicare ID (CCN)075159
Legal Business NameNorwalk Care Center LLC
Ownership TypeFor Profit - Limited Liability Company
ChainHighbridge Healthcare (6 nursing homes)
Chain Average Overall Rating2.3 out of 5

NPI Associated with this Nursing Home:

Nursing homes may have several NPI numbers. NPIs marked Confirmed are listed with Norwalk Care Center in Medicare enrollment records; Possible ones were matched in NPPES by name, address or phone number, so please use them accordingly.

NPI Number1205883519
MatchPossible same name, address or phone number
Organization NameMarathon Healthcare of Norwalk
Address23 Prospect Ave, Norwalk, CT 06850
Phone Number203-853-0010

NPI Number1265229942
MatchPossible same name, address or phone number
Organization NameNorwalk Care Center LLC
Doing Business AsNorwalk Care Center
Address23 Prospect Ave, Norwalk, CT 06850
Phone Number203-853-0010

NPI Number1528293818
MatchPossible same name, address or phone number
Organization NameParadigm Healthcare Center of Norwalk, LLC
Address23 Prospect Ave, Norwalk, CT 06850
Phone Number203-853-0010

NPI Number1679910541
MatchPossible same name, address or phone number
Organization NameNorwalk Acquisition I LLC
Doing Business AsCassena Care at Norwalk
Address23 Prospect Ave, Norwalk, CT 06850
Phone Number203-853-0010

Quality Ratings:

Nursing homes vary in the quality of care and services they provide to their residents. The below quality ratings for Norwalk Care Center are calculated from three sources - health inspection results, staffing data, and quality measure data. This information gives you an indication of the care Norwalk Care Center give to their patients.
Ratings from Surveys (Inspections):
Ratings from Quality Measures:
Ratings from Staffing Data:
Overall Rating:

Staffing and Staff Turnover:

Staffing hours per resident per day and staff turnover of Norwalk Care Center, from the payroll data it reports to CMS, are compared against the national average with the color code indicators: Better than National Average Worse than National Average

Staffing MeasureProviderNational Avg.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day3.743.86
Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day0.570.69
Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day0.830.86
Nurse aide hours per resident per day2.342.32
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend3.313.42
RN hours per resident per day on the weekend0.290.48
Physical therapist hours per resident per day0.030.07
Total nursing staff turnover42.3%45.8%
Registered nurse turnover52%42.9%
Number of administrators who have left the nursing home10.5

Complaints, Fines and Penalties:

Cited for abuse, neglect or exploitation of residents (Care Compare abuse icon)Yes
Number of Fines2
Total Amount of Fines in Dollars$198,225
Number of Payment Denials1
Total Number of Penalties3

Health Inspections:

In its most recent inspection cycle (standard health inspection in October, 2024, plus any complaint inspections), inspectors cited Norwalk Care Center for 13 health deficiencies (national average: 9.3). The 30 most recent of its 41 citations since 2019 are listed below.

DateDeficiencyHarm LevelStatus
May 20, 2026Honor 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.
F0584, Resident Rights, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, patternCorrected by Jul 1, 2026
Mar 19, 2025Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
F0600, Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by May 8, 2025
Oct 9, 2024Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
F0600, Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation, Complaint inspection
Actual harm, isolatedCorrected by Nov 11, 2024
Oct 9, 2024Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).
F0603, Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation, Standard inspection
Potential for harm, patternCorrected by Nov 11, 2024
Oct 9, 2024Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
F0657, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Standard inspection
Potential for harm, patternCorrected by Nov 22, 2024
Oct 9, 2024Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812, Nutrition and Dietary, Standard inspection
Potential for harm, patternCorrected by Nov 11, 2024
Oct 9, 2024Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880, Infection Control, Standard inspection
Potential for harm, patternCorrected by Nov 11, 2024
Oct 9, 2024Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
F0883, Infection Control, Standard inspection
Potential for harm, patternCorrected by Nov 11, 2024
Oct 9, 2024Educate 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.
F0887, Infection Control, Standard inspection
Potential for harm, patternCorrected by Nov 11, 2024
Oct 9, 2024Keep all essential equipment working safely.
F0908, Environmental, Standard inspection
Potential for harm, patternCorrected by Nov 11, 2024
Oct 9, 2024Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
F0644, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Standard inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Nov 11, 2024
Oct 9, 2024Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684, Quality of Life and Care, Standard inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Nov 11, 2024
Oct 9, 2024Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
F0755, Pharmacy Service, Standard inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Nov 11, 2024
Oct 9, 2024Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
F0761, Pharmacy Service, Standard inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Nov 11, 2024
Oct 9, 2024Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
F0838, Administration, Standard inspection
Minimal harm potential, widespreadCorrected by Nov 11, 2024
Oct 26, 2023Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689, Quality of Life and Care, Complaint inspection
Immediate jeopardy, patternCorrected by Dec 10, 2023
Oct 26, 2023Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
F0600, Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation, Complaint inspection
Actual harm, patternCorrected by Dec 10, 2023
Oct 26, 2023Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684, Quality of Life and Care, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, patternCorrected by Dec 10, 2023
Oct 26, 2023Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
F0580, Resident Rights, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Feb 29, 2024
Oct 26, 2023Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
F0609, Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Dec 10, 2023
Oct 26, 2023Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
F0610, Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Dec 10, 2023
Oct 26, 2023Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
F0677, Quality of Life and Care, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Feb 29, 2024
Oct 26, 2023Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
F0695, Quality of Life and Care, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Dec 10, 2023
Oct 26, 2023Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
F0725, Nursing and Physician Services, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Dec 10, 2023
Oct 26, 2023Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
F0726, Nursing and Physician Services, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Dec 10, 2023
Oct 26, 2023Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
F0761, Pharmacy Service, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Feb 27, 2024
Oct 26, 2023Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
F0835, Administration, Complaint inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Dec 10, 2023
Mar 29, 2022Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
F0559, Resident Rights, Standard inspection
Potential for harm, patternCorrected by May 12, 2022
Mar 29, 2022Honor 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.
F0585, Resident Rights, Standard inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Jun 14, 2022
Mar 29, 2022Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
F0600, Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation, Standard inspection
Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected by Jun 14, 2022

Quality of Resident Care:

These quality measures of Norwalk Care Center, from the regular health assessments of its residents, are compared against the national average with the color code indicators: Better than National Average Worse than National Average

Quality MeasureProviderNational Avg.
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased8.7313.87
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight2.725.19
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder00.82
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection1.371.59
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms91.3312.8
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained00.13
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury3.133.23
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine68.993.55
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine50.682.04
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication1.811.56
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened8.1814.07
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication17.1519.52
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine94.2195.46
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine62.8279.75
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers2.754.62
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence25.4719.01
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication17.7915.38

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