Cedarwood Gardens faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 42/100. The facility ranks in the 36th percentile among Massachusetts nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.
Staffing at Cedarwood Gardens is near the national average, with 3.66 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent inspections identified 42 deficiencies at Cedarwood Gardens. 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 | 3.66 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.38 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.24 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.04 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.44 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.22 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0851 Severity FElectronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.Jun 16, 2025 · Administration Deficiencies
- Tag 0551 Severity EGive the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.Jun 16, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0645 Severity DPASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesJun 16, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0756 Severity DEnsure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in develoJun 16, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
- Tag 0880 Severity DProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Jun 16, 2025 · Infection Control 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 | 5.4% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 2.3% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 31.2% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.0% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 24.2% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 7.5% | 7.5% | Average |
| New/worsened incontinence | 10.1% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
3 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $7,596
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 42 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -15 pts
- Fine deductions: -0 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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