Nursing Homes · Worcester, MA
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SOURCE DATA JUL 2026
Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Knollwood Nursing Center
87 Briarwood Circle · Worcester, MA 01606 · 82 certified beds
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NPI 1366591919. Look this up in the CMS NPPES registry (opens in a new tab)
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About Knollwood Nursing Center
Knollwood Nursing Center is a nursing home in Worcester, Massachusetts, in Worcester County. Public records list 82 beds. It is Medicare certified. Ownership records list a nonprofit operator. We hold 14 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 15 December 2025. Public enforcement records list no fine or payment denial against it. Reported staffing works out to 4.27 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated July 2026.
Public record
CMS Care Compare · Source data June 2026
Certification
- Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)
Ratings
4.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-08-01.GOV
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
13
4.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-07-01.GOV
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
13
Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026Q1.GOV
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
Not publishedInspections on record
Not published
Cited deficiencies
Not published
Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025Q4.GOV
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
Not publishedInspections on record
Not published
Cited deficiencies
Not published
5.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-06-01.GOV
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
5.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
13
Inspection history (14)
Records from May 2023 to December 2025.
December 15, 2025 · D
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-15 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-15.GOVDecember 15, 2025 · D
Citation F0909Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-15 under CMS tag F0909 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-15.GOVDecember 15, 2025 · E
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-15 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2026-01-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-15.GOVDecember 15, 2025 · D
Citation F0690Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-15 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 2026-01-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-15.GOVDecember 15, 2025 · D
Citation F0838Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-15 under CMS tag F0838 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-15.GOVAugust 27, 2024 · B
Citation F0641Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-27 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 2024-10-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-27.GOVAugust 27, 2024 · D
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-27 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 2024-10-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-27.GOVAugust 27, 2024 · E
Citation F0804Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-27 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 2024-10-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-27.GOVAugust 27, 2024 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-27 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2024-10-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-27.GOVAugust 27, 2024 · D
Citation F0685Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-27 under CMS tag F0685 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-27.GOVAugust 27, 2024 · D
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-27 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2024-10-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-27.GOVAugust 27, 2024 · D
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-27 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-27.GOVAugust 27, 2024 · D
Citation F0760Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-27 under CMS tag F0760 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-27.GOVMay 9, 2023 · D
Citation F0842Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-05-09 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 2023-06-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-05-09.GOV
Penalties
Total fines on file: $0
Staffing
Latest: 4.27 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
- 2025Q44.25 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-06-014.25 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-07-014.27 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-08-014.27 hrs/resident/day
- 2026Q14.27 hrs/resident/day
Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
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Jul 23, 2026First appeared in our data
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Typical cost
Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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$14,448/moSee full MA cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025
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Trust & methodology
Where this information came from
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- CMS enrollmentas of July 2026
- NPI
- CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of June 2026
- Staffing hours per resident day
- CMS nursing homes (provider info)as of June 2026
- City, County, Licensed capacity, Map location, Medicare certification number, Name, Ownership type, Phone number, State, Street address, ZIP code
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