North End Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 25/100 — 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 at North End Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center exceed national averages, with 4.38 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 1.25 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.
Recent CMS inspections identified 27 deficiencies at North End Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center, including 2 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: provide basic life support, including cpr, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advanc.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 4.38 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 1.25 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.80 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.33 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.85 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.81 | 0.7 | Above Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0678 Severity JProvide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advancMay 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0726 Severity JEnsure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.May 8, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
- Tag 0693 Severity EEnsure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a fMay 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care 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.May 8, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0695 Severity DProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.May 8, 2025 · 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 | 7.5% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 2.4% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 20.3% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.8% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 12.5% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 6.0% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 14.3% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
2 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $27,115
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 25 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: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -10 pts
- Fine deductions: -2 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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