Worcester Rehabilitation & Health Care Center has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 21/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Massachusetts. Families considering this Worcester facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Staffing levels are a potential concern at Worcester Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, with 3.32 total nursing hours per resident per day — below the national average of 3.8 hours. Lower staffing can impact care quality and staff responsiveness.
Recent inspections identified 55 deficiencies at Worcester Rehabilitation & Health Care Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.32 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.49 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.80 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.02 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 2.94 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.26 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0580 Severity DImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Oct 20, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0552 Severity DEnsure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.May 19, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0558 Severity DReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.May 19, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0685 Severity DAssist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.May 19, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0688 Severity DProvide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medicMay 19, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care 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 | 5.3% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 4.9% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 37.4% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 1.4% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 15.0% | 14.0% | Average |
| Excessive weight loss | 4.1% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 21.6% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
3 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $81,776
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 21 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: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -15 pts
- Fine deductions: -8 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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