Coos County, New Hampshire · Nursing home
Coos County Nursing Hospital
5 of 5 overall from CMS
136 County Farm Road, West Stewartstown, NH 03597
At a glance
- Overall rating 5 of 5 Above the state average of 3.1
- Nurse time per resident, per day 4.74 hours Above the state average of 3.90
- Nursing staff who left in a year 45.3% Above the state average of 44.1%
- Health citations in 3 years 3 None at the harm level or above
- Fines in 3 years None None listed by CMS
- Certified beds in use 57.9% of 97 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.
Coos County Nursing Hospital is a 97-bed nursing home in West Stewartstown, New Hampshire (Coos County). CMS rates it 5 of 5 stars overall as of Aug 2026. It reports 4.74 nurse staffing hours per resident per day, above the New Hampshire average of 3.90. CMS lists no fines in the past three years.
- Certified beds
- 97
- Residents per day (average)
- 56.2
- Certified since
- 1979 (47 yrs)
Government - County Participates in Medicaid
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 Coos County Nursing Hospital
Chosen from this home's public data.
- Nursing staff turnover is 45.3%, above the New Hampshire average of 44.1%. How often would the same aides care for my relative?Turnover in CMS data
- Reported nurse staffing is 4.03 hours per resident on weekends against 4.74 overall. Who covers Saturdays and Sundays?Weekend staffing in CMS data
- About 57.9% of certified beds are in use on an average day. Are any units closed, or are admissions limited?Certified beds and average residents in CMS data
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CMS star ratings
- Overall 5 of 5 New Hampshire average 3.1
- Health inspections 5 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 4.74 h New Hampshire average 3.90
- Nurse aides 3.29 h New Hampshire average 2.34
- Licensed practical nurses 0.70 h New Hampshire average 0.78
- Registered nurses 0.75 h New Hampshire average 0.78
- All staff, weekends 4.03 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 turnover45.3%
- New Hampshire average44.1%
- Registered nurse turnover43.8%
- New Hampshire average40.9%
Inspection history
Inspectors cited 3 health deficiencies in the past three years. None was graded as actual harm or immediate jeopardy.
| Inspection date | Health | Fire safety |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 16, 2025 | 0 | 3 |
| Dec 5, 2024 | 0 | 3 |
| Nov 17, 2023 | 3 | 0 |
New Hampshire homes averaged 3.9 health deficiencies in the latest cycle; the national average is 9.3.
Health citations, past three years (3)
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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 (Dec 11, 2023)
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BPotential for minimal harm, pattern
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 11, 2023)
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BPotential for minimal harm, pattern
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 11, 2023)
Penalties, past three years
CMS lists no fines or payment denials for this home in the past three years.
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
- Size36 of 73 by certified beds
- New Hampshire average residents per day81.3
- ChainNone listed
- Resident or family councilResident
- Homes in Coos County5
Common questions
What is the CMS star rating for Coos County Nursing Hospital?
Coos County Nursing Hospital has an overall rating of 5 of 5 stars from CMS as of Aug 2026. Its health inspection rating is 5, staffing is 4 and quality measures is 2.
How many beds does Coos County Nursing Hospital have?
Coos County Nursing Hospital has 97 certified beds. It averages 56.2 residents per day, about 57.9% of its certified beds.
How much nursing care do residents get at Coos County Nursing Hospital?
The home reports 4.74 hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, including 0.75 hours from registered nurses. The New Hampshire average is 3.90 hours and 0.78 hours from registered nurses.
Has Coos County Nursing Hospital been fined?
CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.
Does Coos County Nursing Hospital accept Medicare or Medicaid?
CMS lists its participation as "Medicaid". Ask the home whether a bed is open for your coverage.
Nearest nursing homes
- 2 of 5 Bel Aire Center 58beds 77.1%in use 3.65nurse hours a day
- 4 of 5 Country Village Center, Genesis Healthcare 86beds 80.3%in use 3.19nurse hours a day
- 5 of 5 Maple Lane Nursing Home 71beds 92.0%in use 4.34nurse hours a day
Sorted by straight-line distance. This is not a ranking or a recommendation. Compare all homes in Coos 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 30E076. Check the official record on Medicare.gov
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