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Care Village at Parkway

1190 VFW PARKWAY, BOSTON, MA 02132
Score: 2 / 100

Care Village At Parkway has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 2/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Massachusetts. Families considering this Boston facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.

Staffing levels are a potential concern at Care Village At Parkway, with 3.09 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 93 deficiencies at Care Village At Parkway. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 8 / 40 pts
1 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 8 / 20 pts
2 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 6 / 15 pts
2 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.09 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.65 0.7 Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.55 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 1.88 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.74 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.39 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

93
Total Deficiencies
Nov 16, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 2 Minor 🟠 91 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0580 Severity D
    Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
    Nov 16, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity D
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    Nov 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0604 Severity D
    Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
    May 19, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0760 Severity G
    Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
    Mar 18, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0550 Severity E
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    Feb 12, 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 4.5% 4.5% Average
Falls with major injury 2.9% 3.0% Average
On antipsychotic medication 26.6% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 2.1% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 20.0% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 5.9% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 5.5% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

3 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $187,199

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 2 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: 2★ → 6 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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
141
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Feb 12, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
30