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Composite Quality Score

Comprehensive rating based on CMS data, staffing, quality measures, and compliance

A
Grade
69
Score
CMS Ratings
20.5/22
Staffing Quality
12.5/20
Quality Measures
0.0/22
Compliance
18.0/18
Safety
13.0/13
Availability
10.0/10

Current Availability Estimate

Occupancy Rate84.8%
33
Total Beds
28
Occupied
5
Available

Basic Information

Address:

1071 VARNUM AVENUE

LOWELL, MA 01854

Number of Beds:

33

Estimated Occupancy:

85% (~5 available)

Chain:

CARMELITE SISTERS FOR THE AGED AND INFIRMED

Quality Ratings

Overall Rating:5/5 Stars
Health Inspection:5/5 Stars
Staffing Rating:4/5 Stars
Quality Measures:4/5 Stars

Safety Information

Abuse Issues:No Issues Reported
Special Focus:Not Under Special Focus

Additional Information

CMS Certification Number:

225777

Provider Type:

Medicare

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Staffing Metrics

Higher staffing hours generally indicate better care quality. Lower turnover indicates more experienced, stable staff.

Registered Nurse (RN) Hours

Per resident per day

Above Average

This Facility

0.89

hours

National Avg

0.64

hours

Total Nursing Staff Hours

RN + LPN + Nurse Aides per resident per day

Above Average

This Facility

5.51

hours

National Avg

3.89

hours

Breakdown:

RN: 0.89hLPN: 2.32hAide: 2.30h

Staff Turnover Rate

Annual nursing staff turnover

Above Average

This Facility

54.5%

National Avg

46.6%

RN Turnover: 75.0%

Understanding Staffing Metrics

Staffing hours: Higher hours generally mean more staff attention per resident. Federal minimum is 3.5 total hours per resident per day, but quality facilities often exceed 4+ hours.

Turnover: High turnover (>50%) can indicate staffing issues and affect care continuity. Lower turnover means more experienced staff familiar with residents' needs.

Detailed Quality Measures

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Health Inspections & Deficiencies

Total Deficiencies

10

Inspections

3

Apr 9, 2024 - Health Survey

4 deficiencies cited

Medium - PatternTag F0677

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Corrected: May 23, 2024From Complaint
Medium - PatternTag F0842

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.

Corrected: May 23, 2024From Complaint
Medium - PatternTag F0677

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Corrected: May 23, 2024From Complaint
Medium - PatternTag F0842

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.

Corrected: May 23, 2024From Complaint

Oct 16, 2023 - Health Survey

2 deficiencies cited

Medium - PatternTag F0694

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

Corrected: Nov 23, 2023From Complaint
Medium - PatternTag F0694

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

Corrected: Nov 23, 2023From Complaint

Aug 23, 2023 - Health Survey

4 deficiencies cited

Medium - PatternTag F0759

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Corrected: Sep 20, 2023
Medium - PatternTag F0554

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Corrected: Sep 20, 2023
Medium - PatternTag F0759

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Corrected: Sep 20, 2023
Medium - PatternTag F0554

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Corrected: Sep 20, 2023

Understanding Deficiencies

Deficiencies are violations of federal health and safety standards identified during CMS inspections. They are categorized by scope (isolated, pattern, or widespread) and severity (potential for harm vs. actual harm).

Critical deficiencies involve actual harm to residents and should be carefully considered. Facilities typically have opportunities to correct deficiencies and implement preventive measures.

Understanding deficiencies: Not all deficiencies indicate poor care. Learn how to interpret health inspection results and identify serious warning signs. Read our guide on warning signs →

Penalties & Enforcement

No penalties or payment denials in the past 3 years

Key Highlights

High CMS Rating
5 out of 5 stars from Medicare
👨‍⚕
Above Average RN Staffing
0.89 RN hours per resident/day (national avg: 0.64)
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Clean Safety Record
No recent penalties or high-severity deficiencies
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Part of Healthcare Chain
CARMELITE SISTERS FOR THE AGED AND INFIRMED

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the quality rating for D'YOUVILLE CARE FOR ADVANCED THERAPY?

D'YOUVILLE CARE FOR ADVANCED THERAPY has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars. This rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures reported by Medicare.

How many beds does this facility have?

D'YOUVILLE CARE FOR ADVANCED THERAPY has 33 certified beds. The facility averages 28 residents per day, with an occupancy rate of approximately 85%.

What type of ownership does this facility have?

This facility is non profit - corporation owned. It is part of the CARMELITE SISTERS FOR THE AGED AND INFIRMED network.

How can I contact D'YOUVILLE CARE FOR ADVANCED THERAPY?

You can call D'YOUVILLE CARE FOR ADVANCED THERAPY at (978)569-1071. The facility is located at 1071 VARNUM AVENUE, LOWELL, MA 01854.

What should I look for when choosing a nursing home?

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