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Seven Hills Pediatric Center is a non profit - other facility in GROTON, MA with 83 certified beds and a 4-star overall CMS rating. The facility has 10 deficiency records on file.

22 HILLSIDE AVENUE, GROTON, MA 01450

Phone: 9784483388

Overall Rating

4/5

Health Inspection

5/5

Staffing

1/5

Quality Measures

4/5

Long-Stay Quality

4/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
225781
Ownership
Non profit - Other
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
83
Residents
78
In Hospital
No
County
Middlesex
Last Inspection
Oct 16, 2024

Staffing Data

RN Hours
1.21 (nat'l avg: 0.68)
LPN Hours
1.01
CNA Hours
2.04
Total Nursing Hours
4.26 (nat'l avg: 3.89)
PT Hours
0.07

What the CMS Record Reveals About Seven Hills Pediatric Center

Seven Hills Pediatric Center operates 83 certified beds in GROTON, MA with approximately 78 residents currently in care, and carries a CMS overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. The overall score is a composite of three weighted sub-ratings published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: health inspection results (5★), staffing levels (1★), and quality measures (4★). Because CMS caps the overall score at the health-inspection tier and then adjusts up or down based on staffing and quality, the sub-scores often tell a sharper story than the headline star count alone — a 3-star facility with weak inspection history reads differently from one held back by thin staffing.

The inspection file contains 10 deficiency records from recent surveys, all falling in the no-harm or minimal-harm bands of the CMS scope-and-severity grid. No fines or payment denials have been assessed against this provider, suggesting issues — if any — did not rise to the enforcement threshold. Staffing is reported at 4.26 total nursing hours per resident day (national average 3.89), with RN coverage at 1.21 per resident day — the single staffing metric most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature.

Classified as "Non profit - Other" ownership and operating as a "Medicare and Medicaid" provider, Seven Hills Pediatric Center falls into a category where comparative context matters. National research consistently shows that ownership structure, staffing hours, and turnover are the three operational levers that correlate most strongly with resident outcomes — ratings and fines are lagging indicators of those upstream choices. For families evaluating this facility, the CMS record should be read alongside a site visit, direct conversation with current residents and their families, and review of the state health department's most recent inspection report — the star rating is a starting point, not a verdict. All data on this page is sourced from CMS Provider Data and the Nursing Home Compare program; always verify details directly with the facility or your state survey agency before making placement decisions.

Deficiency History (10 most recent)

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 16, 2023 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 30, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 16, 2023 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 30, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 16, 2023 Tag: 0758

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 30, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 16, 2023 Tag: 0656

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 30, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 16, 2023 Tag: 0604

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 30, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 16, 2023 Tag: 0552

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 30, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm May 25, 2022 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 14, 2022

E — Pattern - Minimal harm May 25, 2022 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 14, 2022

E — Pattern - Minimal harm May 25, 2022 Tag: 0656

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 14, 2022

C — Widespread - No harm May 25, 2022 Tag: 0623

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 14, 2022

Quality Measures

Measure Type Score Used in Rating
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay N/A Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 1.3% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 0.5% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 7.9% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay 0.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Long Stay 98.7% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 90.9% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay 0.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay N/A Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 72.3% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay 98.7% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay N/A No
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 1.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 0.0% Yes

Penalty History

No penalties on record.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Seven Hills Pediatric Center?
Seven Hills Pediatric Center has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (5★), staffing levels (1★), and quality measures (4★).
What are the staffing levels at Seven Hills Pediatric Center?
Seven Hills Pediatric Center reports 4.26 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.89). RN hours are 1.21 per resident day (national average: 0.68).
How many beds does Seven Hills Pediatric Center have?
Seven Hills Pediatric Center has 83 certified beds with approximately 78 residents. The facility is located at 22 HILLSIDE AVENUE, GROTON, MA 01450.
Does Seven Hills Pediatric Center have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, Seven Hills Pediatric Center has 10 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Most deficiencies are classified as no harm or minimal harm.
Has Seven Hills Pediatric Center received any fines or penalties?
No, Seven Hills Pediatric Center has no fines or penalties on record.
Who owns Seven Hills Pediatric Center?
Seven Hills Pediatric Center is classified as "Non profit - Other" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid".
When was Seven Hills Pediatric Center last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for Seven Hills Pediatric Center was on Oct 16, 2024. The facility received a health inspection rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for Seven Hills Pediatric Center?
Seven Hills Pediatric Center is evaluated on 17 quality measures, of which 8 are used in the CMS star rating calculation. These include measures for both long-stay and short-stay residents covering areas like infections, falls, pressure ulcers, and medication use.

Data Sources

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare. Ratings, staffing, deficiency, quality measure, and penalty data are from CMS Provider Data. For informational purposes only. Always verify information directly with the facility or your state health department.

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