The Massachusetts Veterans Home At Chelsea is an average performer in CMS ratings, earning a C grade with a score of 57/100. Located in Chelsea, Massachusetts, the facility meets baseline standards across most quality metrics.
Recent inspections identified 24 deficiencies at The Massachusetts Veterans Home At Chelsea. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.
Score Breakdown
Overall CMS Rating 24 / 40 pts
3 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 4 / 20 pts
1 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures
🏥 Staffing Details
Staffing hours data not available for this facility.
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
24
Total Deficiencies
Sep 18, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 24 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0656 Severity DDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Sep 18, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Sep 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0761 Severity DEnsure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologiSep 18, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
- Tag 0604 Severity DEnsure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.Jul 28, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0656 Severity DDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Jul 28, 2025 · 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 | 5.8% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 2.1% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 26.6% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.4% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 19.0% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 2.9% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 19.5% | 45.0% | Better |
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of C is based on a score of 57 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 1★ → 4 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
Facility Details
Ownership
Government - State
Certified Beds
154
Provider Type
Medicare
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Sep 18, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
5
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