B

Woonsocket Health Center

262 Poplar Street, Woonsocket, RI 02895
Score: 77 / 100

Woonsocket Health Center earns a solid B grade from CMS data, with a score of 77/100. Performing above average across most metrics, this Woonsocket facility ranks in the 78th percentile among Rhode Island nursing homes.

Staffing at Woonsocket Health Center is near the national average, with 3.83 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent CMS inspections identified 21 deficiencies at Woonsocket Health Center, including 2 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards..

Score Breakdown

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

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.83 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.65 0.7 Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.40 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.78 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.31 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.49 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

21
Total Deficiencies
Apr 2, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 19 Moderate 🔴 2 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0812 Severity F
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Apr 2, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0698 Severity E
    Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
    Apr 2, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0881 Severity E
    Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
    Apr 2, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0883 Severity E
    Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
    Apr 2, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity D
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    Apr 2, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care 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 5.9% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 0.7% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 29.1% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 1.8% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 9.7% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 4.1% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 13.4% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

1 penalty recorded by CMS

Total fines: $138,596

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of B is based on a score of 77 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
150
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Apr 2, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
6