Northwest Healthcare Center faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 54/100. The facility ranks in the 44th percentile among Maryland nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.
Staffing at Northwest Healthcare Center is near the national average, with 3.49 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 58 deficiencies at Northwest Healthcare Center, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.49 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.62 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.84 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.03 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.00 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.43 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0812 Severity FProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Aug 25, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0578 Severity DHonor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, andAug 25, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0600 Severity DProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Aug 25, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0609 Severity DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Aug 25, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0610 Severity DRespond appropriately to all alleged violations.Aug 25, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation 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 | 5.7% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 2.2% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 23.6% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.3% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 13.0% | 14.0% | Average |
| Excessive weight loss | 3.3% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 25.5% | 45.0% | Better |
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 54 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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