Blue Hills Health And Rehabilitation Center 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 Blue Hills Health And Rehabilitation Center, with 3.34 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 22 deficiencies at Blue Hills Health And Rehabilitation 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 | 3.34 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.57 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.53 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.24 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.05 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.41 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0600 Severity GProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Jan 28, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0578 Severity EHonor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, andOct 10, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity EEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Oct 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0812 Severity EProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Oct 10, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0686 Severity DProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Oct 10, 2024 · 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 | 2.9% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 0.9% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 26.4% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.4% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 29.5% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 6.2% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 14.6% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $12,735
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: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -1 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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