B

Knollwood Nursing Center

87 BRIARWOOD CIRCLE, WORCESTER, MA 01606
Score: 83 / 100

Knollwood Nursing Center earns a solid B grade from CMS data, with a score of 83/100. Performing above average across most metrics, this Worcester facility ranks in the 81th percentile among Massachusetts nursing homes.

Staffing at Knollwood Nursing Center is near the national average, with 4.07 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 14 deficiencies at Knollwood Nursing 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 8 / 20 pts
2 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.07 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.50 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.14 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.42 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.66 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.31 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

14
Total Deficiencies
Dec 14, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 1 Minor 🟠 13 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0812 Severity E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Dec 14, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0684 Severity D
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Dec 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0690 Severity D
    Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent
    Dec 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0838 Severity D
    Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day ope
    Dec 14, 2025 · Administration Deficiencies
  • Tag 0909 Severity D
    Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.
    Dec 14, 2025 · Environmental 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 4.8% 4.5% Average
Falls with major injury 3.1% 3.0% Average
On antipsychotic medication 11.8% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 2.8% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 15.6% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 4.0% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 36.1% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of B is based on a score of 83 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: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)

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

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
82
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Dec 14, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
5