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NEW ENGLAND PEDIATRIC CARE

78 BOSTON ROAD, NORTH BILLERICA, MA 01862
Score: 96 / 100

New England Pediatric Care is one of the top-rated nursing facilities in North Billerica, Massachusetts, earning an A grade based on CMS data. With a score of 96/100, it ranks in the top 2% of facilities statewide — a strong indicator of quality care.

Staffing levels at New England Pediatric Care exceed national averages, with 7.63 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 1.22 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 10 deficiencies at New England Pediatric Care. 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 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 7.63 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.22 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 2.12 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 4.30 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 6.03 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.97 0.7 Above Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

10
Total Deficiencies
Mar 19, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 10 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0584 Severity E
    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for d
    Mar 19, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0656 Severity D
    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    Mar 19, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0656 Severity D
    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    Apr 8, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0689 Severity D
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Apr 8, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0726 Severity D
    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.
    Sep 26, 2023 · 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 3.7% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 0.0% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 0.0% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 3.4% 2.5% Worse
Excessive weight loss 4.7% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 3.9% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 96 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: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)

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

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
80
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
No
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Partial
Last Inspection
Mar 19, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2