Fitchburg Healthcare faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 40/100. The facility ranks in the 35th percentile among Massachusetts nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.
Staffing levels are a potential concern at Fitchburg Healthcare, with 3.41 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 32 deficiencies at Fitchburg Healthcare. 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 | 3.41 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.47 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.14 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 1.80 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 2.93 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.36 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0689 Severity EEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Dec 29, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0557 Severity DHonor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.Sep 16, 2025 · Resident Rights 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, andSep 30, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- 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.Sep 30, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0645 Severity DPASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesSep 30, 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 | 9.1% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 3.9% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 43.7% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.9% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 13.8% | 14.0% | Average |
| Excessive weight loss | 10.0% | 7.5% | Worse |
| New/worsened incontinence | 30.7% | 45.0% | Better |
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 40 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: 2★ → 8 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
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