Fitchburg Rehabilitation And Nursing Center has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 9/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Massachusetts. Families considering this Fitchburg facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Staffing levels are a potential concern at Fitchburg Rehabilitation And Nursing Center, with 3.08 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 41 deficiencies at Fitchburg Rehabilitation And Nursing 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 | 3.08 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.47 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.82 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 1.79 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 2.78 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.32 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0658 Severity GEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Mar 6, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0773 Severity GProvide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.Mar 6, 2025 · Administration Deficiencies
- Tag 0656 Severity EDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Mar 6, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning 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, andMar 6, 2025 · 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.Mar 6, 2025 · Resident Rights 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 | 13.2% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 5.1% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 22.5% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 2.0% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 8.4% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 7.4% | 7.5% | Average |
| New/worsened incontinence | 19.2% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
2 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $43,719
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 9 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 1★ → 4 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -10 pts
- Fine deductions: -4 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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