Nathaniel Witherell, The
Greenwich, CT · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 075117) · 202 certified beds
Health inspection: 1 · Quality measures: 2 · Staffing: 5
Federal fines: 1 totaling $4,516
Phone: (203) 618-4200 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Nathaniel Witherell, The, has a CMS overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which is below the Connecticut state average of about 3 stars. Its health inspection rating is 1 star, while its staffing rating is 5 stars.
Nathaniel Witherell, The, reports total nurse staffing of about 4.38 hours per resident per day, including roughly 0.94 RN hours per resident per day, with a 5-star CMS staffing rating. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 7.4%.
Nathaniel Witherell, The, has 1 federal fine on record from CMS totaling $4,516.00, with no payment denials reported. No abuse icon or Special Focus status is indicated in the available CMS data for this facility.
About this facility
Nathaniel Witherell, The, is a government (city)-owned nursing home in Greenwich, Western CT county, certified for both Medicare and Medicaid since 1967. It maintains 202 certified beds with an average of 158.3 residents.
CMS Care Compare assigns this facility an overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars, below the Connecticut state average of 2.99. The breakdown includes a 1-star health inspection rating, a 2-star quality measure rating, and a 5-star staffing rating.
Nurse staffing data shows total nurse hours per resident per day of 4.38, including 0.94 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 7.4%.
On the penalty record, CMS lists 1 federal fine totaling $4,516.00, with 0 payment denials recorded. No abuse icon is flagged in the data provided, and no Special Focus status is indicated for this facility. No chain affiliation or recent ownership change (within the last 12 months) is noted in the data.
Families evaluating this facility should note the discrepancy between its high staffing rating and its lower health inspection and overall ratings. This profile is based on data sourced from CMS Medicare Care Compare; families should verify current details directly on Care Compare, as ratings and penalty records are updated periodically.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The overall rating is 2 out of 5 stars, below the Connecticut state average of 2.99.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
It accepts both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is about 4.38 hours per resident per day, including 0.94 RN hours per resident per day, with a 5-star staffing rating and 7.4% nursing turnover.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 1 fine totaling $4,516.00 and 0 payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
The data provided does not indicate an abuse icon or Special Focus status for this facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
It is certified for 202 beds with an average daily population of 158.3 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a government (city) entity, and the data does not indicate any chain affiliation.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
It has been certified since January 1, 1967.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on overall quality (2 stars), health inspections (1 star), quality measures (2 stars), and staffing (5 stars), which together form the Care Compare rating system.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify service lines; please contact the facility at 2036184200 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour specifics; please contact the facility at 2036184200 to arrange a visit and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the most current CMS data directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/075117?state=CT.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.