F

Premier Healthcare at Harrington House

160 MAIN STREET, WALPOLE, MA 02081
Score: 21 / 100

Premier Healthcare At Harrington House has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 21/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Massachusetts. Families considering this Walpole facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.

Staffing at Premier Healthcare At Harrington House is near the national average, with 3.79 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 40 deficiencies at Premier Healthcare At Harrington House. 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 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.79 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.80 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.69 0.7 Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.30 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.98 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.76 0.7 Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

40
Total Deficiencies
Jul 23, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 3 Minor 🟠 37 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0609 Severity D
    Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
    Jul 23, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0658 Severity D
    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    Jul 23, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity G
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    Apr 2, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0844 Severity F
    Follow rules about disclosure of ownership requirements and tell the state agency about changes in ownership and/or administrative personnel.
    Apr 2, 2025 · Administration Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity F
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Apr 2, 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 6.0% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 2.1% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 8.0% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 0.4% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 12.2% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 8.1% 7.5% Average
New/worsened incontinence 24.4% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

1 penalty recorded by CMS

Total fines: $43,891

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 21 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: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -5 pts
  • Fine deductions: -4 pts

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
90
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Apr 2, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
19