Wachusett Manor 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 Wachusett Manor, with 3.42 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 CMS inspections identified 42 deficiencies at Wachusett Manor, including 3 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.42 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.42 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.95 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.05 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.04 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.37 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0628 Severity EProvide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.Sep 25, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0580 Severity DImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Sep 25, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0585 Severity DHonor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt eSep 25, 2025 · Resident Rights 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.Sep 25, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0880 Severity DProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Sep 25, 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 | 4.6% | 4.5% | Average |
| Falls with major injury | 0.6% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 26.0% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 1.6% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 18.7% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 4.6% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 14.4% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $26,756
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: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 1★ → 4 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -2 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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