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ELMHURST HEALTHCARE (THE)

743 MAIN STREET, MELROSE, MA 02176
Score: 93 / 100

Elmhurst Healthcare (The) is one of the top-rated nursing facilities in Melrose, Massachusetts, earning an A grade based on CMS data. With a score of 93/100, it ranks in the top 5% of facilities statewide — a strong indicator of quality care.

Staffing levels at Elmhurst Healthcare (The) exceed national averages, with 4.69 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 1.06 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 22 deficiencies at Elmhurst Healthcare (The). While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 25 / 25 pts
5 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.69 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.06 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.44 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.19 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.46 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.97 0.7 Above Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

22
Total Deficiencies
Jul 9, 2024
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 1 Minor 🟠 21 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0561 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
    Jul 9, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0690 Severity D
    Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent
    Jul 9, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0842 Severity D
    Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standar
    Jul 9, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity D
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Jul 9, 2024 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0550 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    May 9, 2023 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Quality measure data not available for this facility.

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 93 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 5★ → 25 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
45
Provider Type
Medicare
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jun 10, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
0