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100/100ELMHURST HEALTHCARE (THE) Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (MELROSE, Massachusetts)
743 MAIN STREET, MELROSE, Massachusetts 02176
Phone: 7816627500
CMS Overall:5/5
Overview & Bed Count
Certified Beds
45
Avg Residents/Day
27.1
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare
County
Middlesex
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No
CMS Star Ratings
Overall5/5
Health5/5
Staffing5/5
Quality3/5
Nurse Staffing Check
| Metric | This Facility | Massachusetts Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours per Resident per Day | 1.41 | 0.66 | +0.75 |
| Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day | 4.81 | 3.94 | +0.87 |
| CMS Staffing Rating | 5/5 | 3.1/5 | - |
| Nursing Staff Turnover | 20.6% | 37.6% | - |
Health Citation History
4 health citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-07-10 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-07-10 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-07-10 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-07-10 | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
Fire Safety Citation History
10 fire safety citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-11 | Egress Deficiencies | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-06-11 | Smoke Deficiencies | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-06-11 | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-06-11 | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-06-11 | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-06-11 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-06-11 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-07-10 | Egress Deficiencies | Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-07-10 | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-07-10 | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
Total Penalties & Fines
$0
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
0
Number of Fines
0
Total Penalties
No penalty records found.
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