Park Avenue Health Center has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 6/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Massachusetts. Families considering this Arlington facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Staffing at Park Avenue Health Center is near the national average, with 3.62 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 46 deficiencies at Park Avenue Health Center, including 4 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.62 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.85 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.60 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.18 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.46 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.69 | 0.7 | Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0726 Severity DEnsure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.Aug 27, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity GEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Apr 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0842 Severity DSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standarMar 18, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity JEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Nov 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0812 Severity EProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Oct 17, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary 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 | 7.1% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 6.3% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 13.2% | 14.5% | Average |
| Urinary tract infections | 1.5% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 44.4% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 6.5% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 31.8% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
3 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $113,612
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 6 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: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -15 pts
- Fine deductions: -10 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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