Center For Extended Care At Amherst has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 36/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Massachusetts. Families considering this Amherst facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Staffing levels are a potential concern at Center For Extended Care At Amherst, with 3.30 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 32 deficiencies at Center For Extended Care At Amherst, including 2 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.30 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.27 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.86 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.16 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.12 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.24 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0656 Severity JDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Jun 9, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity JEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Jun 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0686 Severity GProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Jun 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0809 Severity EEnsure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative mealsJun 3, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0812 Severity EProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Jun 3, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary 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 | 4.8% | 4.5% | Average |
| Falls with major injury | 2.3% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 30.1% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.8% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 14.7% | 14.0% | Average |
| Excessive weight loss | 3.4% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 17.6% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $28,915
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 36 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: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -2 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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