Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Quabbin Valley Healthcare
821 Daniel Shays Highway · Athol, MA 01331 · 142 certified beds
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About Quabbin Valley Healthcare
Quabbin Valley Healthcare is a nursing home in Athol, Massachusetts, in Worcester County. Its reported capacity is 142 beds. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. It is recorded as a for-profit operator, part of New England Innovative Health Care PLLC. Our copy of the inspection record holds 42 citations, the newest dated 25 February 2026. Federal enforcement records add 2 fine or payment denial actions. Staffing reports put it at 3.49 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
Certification
- Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)
Ratings
Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
2.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
32
Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
2.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
32
Staffing rating
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Cited deficiencies
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2.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
32
Inspection history (42)
Records from March 2023 to February 2026.
February 25, 2026 · D
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-25 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 2026-03-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-25.GOVDecember 23, 2025 · D
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-23 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 2025-12-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-23.GOVDecember 23, 2025 · D
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-23 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 2025-12-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-23.GOVAugust 12, 2025 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-12 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 2025-09-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-08-12.GOVAugust 12, 2025 · B
Citation F0732Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-12 under CMS tag F0732 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Post nurse staffing information every day. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-08-12.GOVAugust 12, 2025 · D
Citation F0883Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-12 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 2025-09-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-08-12.GOVAugust 12, 2025 · D
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-12 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-08-12.GOVAugust 12, 2025 · D
Citation F0698Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-12 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 2025-09-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-08-12.GOVAugust 12, 2025 · D
Citation F0607Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-12 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 2025-09-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-08-12.GOVAugust 12, 2025 · D
Citation F0550Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-12 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-08-12.GOVAugust 12, 2025 · D
Citation F0695Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-12 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-08-12.GOVAugust 12, 2025 · B
Citation F0636Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-12 under CMS tag F0636 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-08-12.GOVAugust 12, 2025 · E
Citation F0759Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-12 under CMS tag F0759 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-08-12.GOVAugust 12, 2025 · D
Citation F0686Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-12 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-08-12.GOVAugust 12, 2025 · D
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-12 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 2025-09-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-08-12.GOVAugust 12, 2025 · D
Citation F0690Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-12 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 2025-09-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-08-12.GOVApril 9, 2025 · D
Citation F0918Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-09 under CMS tag F0918 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide a bathroom in or located near each resident’s room. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-04-09.GOVApril 9, 2025 · B
Citation F0912Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-09 under CMS tag F0912 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-04-09.GOVSeptember 17, 2024 · G
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-17 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual 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 2024-09-17.GOVAugust 6, 2024 · D
Citation F0604Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-06 under CMS tag F0604 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-06.GOV
Penalties (2)
Total fines on file: $62,250
September 17, 2024 · Fine
Citation FINE-3844CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $9,318 against this nursing home on 2024-09-17 (Fine ID: 3844). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-09-17.GOVMay 1, 2024 · Fine
Citation FINE-3404CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $52,932 against this nursing home on 2024-05-01 (Fine ID: 3404). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-01.GOV
Staffing
Latest: 3.49 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
- 2025Q43.51 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-06-013.51 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-07-013.49 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-08-013.49 hrs/resident/day
- 2026Q13.49 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
Parent organization: New England Innovative Health Care PLLC
parent · PAC 6901125392
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
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Typical cost
Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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Trust & methodology
Where this information came from
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- NPI
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- Staffing hours per resident day
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