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AROOSTOOK HEALTH CENTER

15 HIGHLAND AVE, MARS HILL, ME 04758
Score: 86 / 100

Aroostook Health Center is one of the top-rated nursing facilities in Mars Hill, Maine, earning an A grade based on CMS data. With a score of 86/100, it ranks in the top 13% of facilities statewide — a strong indicator of quality care.

Staffing levels at Aroostook Health Center exceed national averages, with 4.24 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 1.16 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 17 deficiencies at Aroostook Health Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 6 / 15 pts
2 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.24 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.16 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.41 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.67 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.50 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.66 0.7 Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

17
Total Deficiencies
Oct 16, 2024
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 17 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0880 Severity F
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Oct 16, 2024 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Oct 16, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0883 Severity E
    Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
    Oct 16, 2024 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0550 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    Oct 16, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0645 Severity D
    PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
    Oct 16, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 9.5% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 3.6% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 16.4% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 7.2% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 7.6% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 2.5% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 25.2% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 86 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
66
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Oct 16, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
9