Mount Carmel Care Center faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 51/100. The facility ranks in the 47th percentile among Massachusetts nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.
Staffing levels at Mount Carmel Care Center exceed national averages, with 4.22 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 0.63 hours per resident per day is near the national average of 0.7 hours.
Recent inspections identified 22 deficiencies at Mount Carmel Care Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 4.22 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.63 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.39 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.21 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.93 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.52 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0553 Severity DAllow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.Apr 22, 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.Apr 22, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Apr 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0692 Severity DProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.Apr 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0712 Severity DEnsure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.Apr 22, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services 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 | 5.8% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 5.3% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 24.3% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 2.5% | 2.5% | Average |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 20.1% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 7.1% | 7.5% | Average |
| New/worsened incontinence | 22.0% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $46,410
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 51 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 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
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