Skip to content
ElderCareCosts
UPDATED JUL 2026

Nursing Homes · Medicare certified

Highlands, The

335 Nichols Road · Fitchburg, MA 01420 · 168 certified beds

9783434411

License number not yet on file. We only publish license numbers we can source from an official registry.

Are you the operator? Claim this profile. Corrections are free, always.

Public record

CMS Care Compare · Updated Jul 2026

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025Q4.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

4.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-06-01.GOV

Staffing rating

3.0

Quality-measure rating

5.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

13

Inspection history (17)

  • November 25, 2025 · E

    Citation F0880

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-25 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-11-25.GOV
  • November 25, 2025 · D

    Citation F0842

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-25 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-11-25.GOV
  • November 25, 2025 · D

    Citation F0676

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-25 under CMS tag F0676 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-11-25.GOV
  • November 25, 2025 · D

    Citation F0690

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-25 under CMS tag F0690 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-11-25.GOV
  • November 25, 2025 · D

    Citation F0656

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-25 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-11-25.GOV
  • November 25, 2025 · D

    Citation F0773

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-25 under CMS tag F0773 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-11-25.GOV
  • November 25, 2025 · E

    Citation F0804

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-25 under CMS tag F0804 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-11-25.GOV
  • July 23, 2024 · D

    Citation F0883

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-23 under CMS tag F0883 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-23.GOV
  • July 23, 2024 · E

    Citation F0658

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-23 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-23.GOV
  • July 23, 2024 · D

    Citation F0656

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-23 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-23.GOV
  • July 23, 2024 · B

    Citation F0641

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-23 under CMS tag F0641 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-23.GOV
  • July 23, 2024 · D

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-23 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-23.GOV
  • July 23, 2024 · D

    Citation F0690

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-23 under CMS tag F0690 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-23.GOV
  • March 20, 2023 · D

    Citation F0698

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-03-20 under CMS tag F0698 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-04-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-03-20.GOV
  • March 20, 2023 · D

    Citation F0700

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-03-20 under CMS tag F0700 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-04-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-03-20.GOV
  • March 20, 2023 · D

    Citation F0580

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-03-20 under CMS tag F0580 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-04-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-03-20.GOV
  • March 20, 2023 · D

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-03-20 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-04-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-03-20.GOV

Penalties

Total fines on file: $0

Staffing

Latest: 3.83 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026-06-01)

Staffing trend (2 periods)

  1. 2025Q43.83 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-013.83 hrs/resident/day

Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.

Ownership

For profit - Limited Liability company

CMS Care Compare chain: Life Care Centers Of America

Chain ID 311 · 194 facilities in chain (CMS)

  • Chain average overall rating: 3.5
  • Chain average health inspection rating: 2.9
  • Chain average staffing rating: 3.3
  • Chain average quality measure rating: 4.5

Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.

  1. Parent organization: Life Care Centers Of America, INC.

    chain · PAC 6608783543

Ratings, inspections, and penalties are public records, reproduced in plain English without edits to their substance. View source records · What these measures mean.

Typical cost

Genworth Cost of Care Survey · 2024

This provider doesn't publish a specific price to us. Below is the typical MA range for the care type(s) it offers. Use it as context, not a quote.

Nursing Homes

Median · MA$15,098/mo
See full MA cost breakdownSource: Genworth Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2024

Nursing Homes

Median · MA$14,448/mo
See full MA cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025

Nearby alternatives

Other licensed providers in Fitchburg, with their own public records.

Deciding between options? Nursing Homes Guide: Skilled Nursing & Long-Term Care

Check availability and pricing at Highlands, The

Request info and we'll pass it directly to Highlands, The, or call them at 9783434411 if you'd rather talk now.

Your number goes only to facilities you choose. No call blitz. Ever.

Request info

Trust & methodology