Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Palmer Healthcare Center
250 Shearer Street · Palmer, MA 01069 · 61 certified beds
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Public record
CMS Care Compare · Updated Jul 2026
Certification
- Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)
Ratings
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
Not publishedInspections on record
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Cited deficiencies
Not published
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
2.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
13
Inspection history (15)
January 6, 2026 · D
Citation F0551Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-06 under CMS tag F0551 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-06.GOVJanuary 6, 2026 · D
Citation F0641Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-06 under CMS tag F0641 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-06.GOVDecember 16, 2025 · D
Citation F0607Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-16 under CMS tag F0607 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-16.GOVDecember 16, 2025 · D
Citation F0557Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-16 under CMS tag F0557 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-16.GOVSeptember 2, 2025 · D
Citation F0607Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-09-02 under CMS tag F0607 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-07-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-09-02.GOVSeptember 26, 2024 · D
Citation F0805Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-26 under CMS tag F0805 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than 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 2024-11-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-09-26.GOVSeptember 26, 2024 · F
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-26 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, 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 2024-11-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-09-26.GOVSeptember 26, 2024 · D
Citation F0909Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-26 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 2024-11-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-09-26.GOVSeptember 26, 2024 · D
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-26 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 2024-11-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-09-26.GOVSeptember 26, 2024 · D
Citation F0557Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-26 under CMS tag F0557 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-11-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-09-26.GOVSeptember 26, 2024 · D
Citation F0558Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-26 under CMS tag F0558 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-11-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-09-26.GOVSeptember 26, 2024 · D
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-26 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 2024-11-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-09-26.GOVAugust 10, 2023 · D
Citation F0660Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-10 under CMS tag F0660 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-08-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-10.GOVAugust 10, 2023 · F
Citation F0801Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-10 under CMS tag F0801 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-08-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-10.GOVJune 27, 2023 · D
Citation F0607Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-06-27 under CMS tag F0607 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-07-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-06-27.GOV
Penalties
Total fines on file: $0
Staffing
Latest: 3.04 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026-06-01)
Staffing trend (2 periods)
- 2025Q43.04 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-06-013.04 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 - Corporation
Parent organization: Wellman Realty, LLC
parent · PAC 6406335082
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Typical cost
Genworth Cost of Care Survey · 2024
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