Brigham Health And Rehabilitation Center has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 9/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Massachusetts. Families considering this Newburyport facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Staffing levels are a potential concern at Brigham Health And Rehabilitation Center, with 3.38 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 58 deficiencies at Brigham Health And Rehabilitation Center, including 2 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.38 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.55 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.72 | 0.7 | Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.11 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.23 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.51 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- 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.Nov 4, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0658 Severity DEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Nov 4, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0838 Severity FConduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day opeSep 11, 2024 · Administration Deficiencies
- Tag 0584 Severity EHonor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for dSep 11, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0656 Severity EDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Sep 11, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning 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 | 5.5% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 4.8% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 25.8% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 1.4% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 28.7% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 2.3% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 28.1% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $152,988
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 9 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: 1★ → 3 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -10 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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