Derry Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare

20 Chester Road · Derry, NH · 03038 · 6034323801

62 certified beds For profit - Individual Chain: Ephram Lahasky

  • No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
  • Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.

Red flags

Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day

2.96 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.

Score breakdown

Inspection record 30% of score 77
Serious harm & abuse 20% 100
Staffing 20% 60
Federal penalties 15% 100
Trend 10% 89
Context 5% 75

Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.

CMS ratings & staffing

Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5

Total nurse hours / resident-day2.963.48 min · 4.1 strong
RN hours / resident-day0.700.55–0.75
Weekend hours / resident-day2.65≈ weekday level
Nursing turnover / year46%median 45%
Fines (3-yr window)none

Inspection citations (12 in the current record)

  • Potential for harm · D February 5, 2026 · found via complaint

    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

    Corrected February 24, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025

    Ensure 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.

    Corrected December 22, 2025 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · D October 16, 2024

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

    Corrected October 29, 2024 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D October 16, 2024

    Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

    Corrected October 25, 2024 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · E October 16, 2024

    Ensure 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.

    Corrected October 29, 2024 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · D October 16, 2024

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Corrected October 29, 2024 · Infection Control

  • Potential for harm · D June 4, 2024 · found via complaint

    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Corrected July 3, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · D June 4, 2024 · found via complaint

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

    Corrected July 3, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D June 4, 2024 · found via complaint

    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Corrected July 8, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · D June 4, 2024 · found via complaint

    Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.

    Corrected July 3, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · D June 4, 2024 · found via complaint

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Corrected July 6, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · D October 12, 2023

    Ensure 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.

    Corrected October 27, 2023 · Pharmacy Service

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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 305095 · certified since July 18, 2003. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.