Carroll County, New Hampshire · Nursing home
Mineral Springs
2 of 5 overall from CMS
1251 White Mountain Highway, North Conway, NH 03860
At a glance
- Overall rating 2 of 5 Below the state average of 3.1
- Nurse time per resident, per day 4.05 hours Above the state average of 3.90
- Nursing staff who left in a year 40.0% Below the state average of 44.1%
- Health citations in 3 years 27 1 at the harm level or above
- Fines in 3 years $32,148 2 fines
- Certified beds in use 83.3% of 87 beds, on an average day
Arrows only show whether a figure is above or below the state average. They are not a judgment of the home.
Mineral Springs is a 87-bed nursing home in North Conway, New Hampshire (Carroll County). CMS rates it 2 of 5 stars overall as of Aug 2026. It reports 4.05 nurse staffing hours per resident per day, above the New Hampshire average of 3.90. CMS lists 2 fines totaling $32,148 in the past three years.
- Certified beds
- 87
- Residents per day (average)
- 72.5
- Certified since
- 1997 (29 yrs)
For profit - Limited Liability company Participates in Medicare and MedicaidPart of 603 Healthcare (7 homes)
Bed use is this site's calculation: average residents per day divided by certified beds. It is an average, so it does not show today's openings.
Questions to ask Mineral Springs
Chosen from this home's public data.
- CMS lists 2 fines totaling $32,148 in the past three years. What changed after the most recent one?Penalties in CMS data
- What is the daily private-pay rate, and are Medicaid beds available now?CMS does not publish prices
- Can we visit at a mealtime and again on a weekend?General
More in what to ask on a nursing home tour.
CMS star ratings
- Overall 2 of 5 New Hampshire average 3.1
- Health inspections 2 of 5 New Hampshire average 2.9
- Staffing 4 of 5 New Hampshire average 3.3
- Quality measures 2 of 5 New Hampshire average 3.2
The vertical line marks the New Hampshire average. Ratings run from 1 to 5. How to read CMS star ratings
Nurse staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, as the home reported to CMS.
What these roles do
Nurse aides give most hands-on daily care, such as help with bathing, dressing and meals. Licensed practical nurses give medications and routine nursing care. Registered nurses assess residents and direct their care.
- All nursing staff 4.05 h New Hampshire average 3.90
- Nurse aides 2.36 h New Hampshire average 2.34
- Licensed practical nurses 0.76 h New Hampshire average 0.78
- Registered nurses 0.94 h New Hampshire average 0.78
- All staff, weekends 3.70 h New Hampshire average 3.47
How much nurse staffing is enough? All bars share one scale, 0 to 6 hours. The vertical line marks the New Hampshire average; the national average for all nursing staff is 3.86 hours.
- Nursing staff turnover40.0%
- New Hampshire average44.1%
- Registered nurse turnover15.4%
- New Hampshire average40.9%
- Administrators who left1
Inspection history
Inspectors cited 27 health deficiencies in the past three years. Of these, 1 was at the immediate jeopardy level; the rest were graded as no actual harm. 7 followed a complaint investigation. The most recent citation at the harm level or above was on May 30, 2024: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
| Inspection date | Health | Fire safety |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 7, 2025 | 1 | 0 |
| Feb 21, 2025 | 6 | 2 |
| Sep 12, 2024 | 20 | 10 |
New Hampshire homes averaged 3.9 health deficiencies in the latest cycle; the national average is 9.3.
Health citations, past three years (27)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 16, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
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.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 5, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 21, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 3, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 18, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
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.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 28, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 27, 2025)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Complaint inspection · Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 5, 2024)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 4, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 12, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 5, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 4, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 29, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
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.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 1, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 7, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 5, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 1, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 5, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 12, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
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.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 25, 2024)
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CPotential for minimal harm, widespread
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 23, 2024)
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JImmediate jeopardy, isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Complaint inspection · Quality of Life and Care · Past Non-Compliance (May 2, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
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.
Complaint inspection · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 28, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Complaint inspection · Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 16, 2023)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Complaint inspection · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 4, 2023)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Complaint inspection · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 4, 2023)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Complaint inspection · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 9, 2023)
Penalties, past three years
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| May 30, 2024 | Fine | $16,801 |
| Sep 13, 2023 | Fine | $15,347 |
New Hampshire homes averaged 0.6 fines and $8,016 in fine amounts; the national averages are 0.9 and $31,093.
Cost
Not in the public data. CMS does not publish what a nursing home charges.
Ask the home for its daily private-pay rate and whether a bed is open for your coverage. See what Medicare covers and how Medicaid pays for a nursing home.
Compared within New Hampshire
- Size39 of 73 by certified beds
- New Hampshire average residents per day81.3
- Chain603 Healthcare
- Chain average overall rating3.6 of 5
- Resident or family councilResident
- Homes in Carroll County3
Common questions
What is the CMS star rating for Mineral Springs?
Mineral Springs has an overall rating of 2 of 5 stars from CMS as of Aug 2026. Its health inspection rating is 2, staffing is 4 and quality measures is 2.
How many beds does Mineral Springs have?
Mineral Springs has 87 certified beds. It averages 72.5 residents per day, about 83.3% of its certified beds.
How much nursing care do residents get at Mineral Springs?
The home reports 4.05 hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, including 0.94 hours from registered nurses. The New Hampshire average is 3.90 hours and 0.78 hours from registered nurses.
Has Mineral Springs been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 2 fines totaling $32,148 in the past three years.
Does Mineral Springs accept Medicare or Medicaid?
CMS lists its participation as "Medicare and Medicaid". Ask the home whether a bed is open for your coverage.
Nearest nursing homes
- 4 of 5 Mountain View Community 103beds 94.5%in use 4.88nurse hours a day
- 4 of 5 Wolfeboro Bay Center 104beds 69.9%in use 3.55nurse hours a day
- 5 of 5 Norway Center for Health & Rehabilitation, LLC 42beds 91.0%in use 4.31nurse hours a day
Sorted by straight-line distance. This is not a ranking or a recommendation. Compare all homes in Carroll County
Who to call in New Hampshire
These offices serve residents of every nursing home in New Hampshire.
- Long-term care ombudsman Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman 1-800-442-5640 A free advocate for residents and their families.
- File a complaint about a nursing home Health Facilities Administration, Health Facility Certification Unit 603-271-9049 The state agency that inspects nursing homes.
New Hampshire staffing, bed-hold and Medicaid rules · Residents' rights in every state
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home datasets processed Aug 1, 2026. CMS Certification Number 305084. Check the official record on Medicare.gov
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