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LIFE CARE CENTER OF THE NORTH SHORE

111 BIRCH STREET, LYNN, MA 01902
Score: 91 / 100

Life Care Center Of The North Shore is one of the top-rated nursing facilities in Lynn, Massachusetts, earning an A grade based on CMS data. With a score of 91/100, it ranks in the top 9% of facilities statewide — a strong indicator of quality care.

Staffing at Life Care Center Of The North Shore is near the national average, with 3.78 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 20 deficiencies at Life Care Center Of The North Shore. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.78 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.80 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.67 0.7 Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.31 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.35 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.63 0.7 Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

20
Total Deficiencies
Apr 2, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 20 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0804 Severity E
    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    Apr 2, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Apr 2, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • 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.
    Apr 2, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0842 Severity D
    Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standar
    Apr 2, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0550 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    Apr 17, 2024 · 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 6.0% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 2.1% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 12.5% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 1.9% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 6.6% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 5.5% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 31.8% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 91 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
123
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Apr 2, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
4