TABLE 2.
CHARACTERISTICS OF NURSING HOMES (NHs) THAT PARTICIPATED IN FOCUS GROUPS
| Variable | NH A | NH B | NH C | NH D |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type of ownership | Nonprofit church-related | Nonprofit corporation | Nonprofit corporation | State government |
| Number of certified beds | 215 | 111 | 148 | 240 |
| Overall rating (stars)a | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
| Residents with moderate to severe pain (%) | 6 | 5 | 1 | 6 |
a
NHs are rated overall and on health inspections, NH staffing, and quality measures. More stars are better (5 possible). The Quality Measure ratings are taken from data submitted to Medicare by nursing homes between January 1, 2010 and September 30, 2010 (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, 2013).