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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified

Norwood Healthcare

460 Washington Street · Norwood, MA 02062 · 170 certified beds

7874448383

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About Norwood Healthcare

In Norwood, Massachusetts, Norwood Healthcare is listed as a nursing home. Its reported capacity is 170 beds. It is recorded as a for-profit operator, part of Next Step Healthcare. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 68 citations, the newest dated 5 May 2026. Federal enforcement records add 6 fine or payment denial actions. Staffing reports put it at 3.48 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 August 2026.

Public record

CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026

CMS designation

Special Focus Facility candidate (CMS)

CMS lists this nursing home on the monthly Special Focus Facility candidate list. Candidate status means the facility qualifies for possible selection into the Special Focus Facility program based on CMS criteria. It is a public CMS designation, not an ElderCareCosts rating. CMS Special Focus Facility program.

Source: CMS Provider Information.GOV

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-08-01.GOV

Staffing rating

4.0

Quality-measure rating

2.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

44

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-07-01.GOV

Staffing rating

4.0

Quality-measure rating

2.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

44

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026Q1.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

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

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

Staffing rating

3.0

Quality-measure rating

2.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

43

Inspection history (68)

Records from July 2023 to May 2026.

  • May 5, 2026 · D

    Citation F0777

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-05 under CMS tag F0777 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide or obtain x-rays/tests when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-05-05.GOV
  • February 9, 2026 · E

    Citation F0658

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 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 2026-02-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-09.GOV
  • February 9, 2026 · F

    Citation F0865

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0865 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-02-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-09.GOV
  • February 9, 2026 · J

    Citation F0656

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity J: isolated, immediate jeopardy) 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 2026-02-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-09.GOV
  • February 9, 2026 · E

    Citation F0565

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0565 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-02-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-09.GOV
  • February 9, 2026 · B

    Citation F0805

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0805 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-02-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-09.GOV
  • February 9, 2026 · J

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity J: isolated, immediate jeopardy) 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 2026-02-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-09.GOV
  • February 9, 2026 · D

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 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 2026-02-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-09.GOV
  • February 9, 2026 · E

    Citation F0881

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0881 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-02-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-09.GOV
  • February 9, 2026 · F

    Citation F0867

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0867 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-02-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-09.GOV
  • February 9, 2026 · F

    Citation F0868

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0868 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-02-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-09.GOV
  • February 9, 2026 · E

    Citation F0585

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0585 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-02-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-09.GOV
  • February 9, 2026 · D

    Citation F0605

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0605 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-02-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-09.GOV
  • February 9, 2026 · F

    Citation F0944

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0944 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-02-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-09.GOV
  • February 9, 2026 · D

    Citation F0553

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0553 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-02-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-09.GOV
  • February 9, 2026 · B

    Citation F0628

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0628 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-02-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-09.GOV
  • February 9, 2026 · E

    Citation F0685

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0685 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2026-02-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-09.GOV
  • February 9, 2026 · D

    Citation F0756

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-09 under CMS tag F0756 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-02-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-09.GOV
  • November 17, 2025 · D

    Citation F0658

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-17 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 2025-11-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-11-17.GOV
  • February 11, 2025 · D

    Citation F0656

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-02-11 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 2025-03-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-02-11.GOV

Penalties (6)

Total fines on file: $110,264

  • February 9, 2026 · Fine

    Citation FINE-137633

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $8,281 against this nursing home on 2026-02-09 (Fine ID: 137633). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-09.GOV
  • February 9, 2026 · Fine

    Citation FINE-137632

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $15,330 against this nursing home on 2026-02-09 (Fine ID: 137632). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-09.GOV
  • October 30, 2024 · Fine

    Citation FINE-3854

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $56,789 against this nursing home on 2024-10-30 (Fine ID: 3854). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-30.GOV
  • May 9, 2024 · Fine

    Citation FINE-3812

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $16,071 against this nursing home on 2024-05-09 (Fine ID: 3812). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-09.GOV
  • October 11, 2023 · Fine

    Citation FINE-3579

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $13,793 against this nursing home on 2023-10-11 (Fine ID: 3579). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-10-11.GOV
  • July 21, 2023 · Fine

    Citation FINE-3529

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $80,324 against this nursing home on 2023-07-21 (Fine ID: 3529). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-07-21.GOV

Staffing

Latest: 3.48 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)

Staffing trend (5 periods)

  1. 2025Q43.16 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-013.16 hrs/resident/day
  3. 2026-07-013.48 hrs/resident/day
  4. 2026-08-013.48 hrs/resident/day
  5. 2026Q13.48 hrs/resident/day

Most recent period is higher than 2025Q4 (+0.31 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.

Ownership

For profit

CMS Care Compare chain: Next Step Healthcare

Chain ID 371 · 14 facilities in chain (CMS)

  • Chain average overall rating: 1.7
  • Chain average health inspection rating: 1.9
  • Chain average staffing rating: 2.6
  • Chain average quality measure rating: 2.2

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

  1. Parent organization: Next Step Healthcare LLC

    chain · PAC 8527330182

Recent changes to this listing

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  1. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  2. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  3. Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  4. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  5. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

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 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/mo
See full MA cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025

Nearby alternatives

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

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Trust & methodology

Where this information came from

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CMS nursing homes (provider info)as of August 2026
Chain identifier, Chain name, City, CMS Special Focus status, County, Licensed capacity, Map location, Medicare certification number, Name, Phone number, State, Street address, ZIP code
CMS nursing homes (ownership)as of July 2026
Ownership type, Parent organization
CMS enrollmentas of July 2026
NPI
CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of June 2026
Staffing hours per resident day

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