Norwood Healthcare has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 5/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Massachusetts. Families considering this Norwood facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Staffing levels are a potential concern at Norwood Healthcare, with 3.00 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 CMS inspections identified 74 deficiencies at Norwood Healthcare, including 3 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.00 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.66 | 0.7 | Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.60 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 1.73 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 2.71 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.57 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0658 Severity DEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Nov 16, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0559 Severity DHonor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.Feb 10, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0609 Severity DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Feb 10, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0610 Severity DRespond appropriately to all alleged violations.Feb 10, 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.Feb 10, 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 | 4.3% | 4.5% | Average |
| Falls with major injury | 4.7% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 42.9% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.4% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 4.0% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 9.3% | 7.5% | Worse |
| New/worsened incontinence | 25.7% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
4 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $166,977
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 5 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: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -15 pts
- Fine deductions: -10 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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