nursing home in Athol, MA
Quabbin Valley Healthcare
821 Daniel Shays Highway, Athol, MA 01331 · (978) 895-0147
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Quabbin Valley Healthcare at a glance
Quabbin Valley Healthcare is a 142-bed for-profit nursing home in Athol, Massachusetts (Worcester County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Massachusetts average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 12, 2025) found 16 health citations. The Massachusetts average is 6.8.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $62,250.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 142
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- April 17, 1987
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Worcester County
- CMS Certification Number
- 225296
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.49 hrs | 3.86 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.54 hrs | 0.65 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.96 hrs | 2.25 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.02 hrs | 3.48 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 16 | 7 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 3 | 1 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 68 | 51.8 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $62,250 | $34,265 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 142 | 120 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 126 | 99 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 88.6% | 82.1% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2.8% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.7% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 21.3% | 21.4% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.2% | 1.8% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 21.3% | 16.4% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 16% | 15.4% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 15.5% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 29.5% | 19.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 29.5% | 21.2% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.2% | 94.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.6% | 92.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 78.3% | 77.7% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 90.5% | 78.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 42 health deficiencies and 12 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 25, 2026 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 13, 2026 |
| December 23, 2025 Complaint | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 16, 2025 |
| December 23, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 16, 2025 |
| August 12, 2025 Fire safety | Develop a communication plan. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0029 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 4, 2025 |
| August 12, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| August 12, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| August 12, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| August 12, 2025 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| August 12, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| August 12, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| August 12, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| August 12, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| August 12, 2025 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| August 12, 2025 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| August 12, 2025 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| August 12, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| August 12, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| August 12, 2025 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| August 12, 2025 Standard | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| August 12, 2025 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| April 9, 2025 Complaint | Provide a bathroom in or located near each resident’s room. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2025 |
| April 9, 2025 Complaint | Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0912 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected April 30, 2025 |
| September 17, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected October 11, 2024 |
| August 6, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 30, 2024 |
| June 17, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 26, 2024 |
| June 17, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 9, 2024 |
| June 17, 2024 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 9, 2024 |
| June 17, 2024 Fire safety | Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0013 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 9, 2024 |
| June 17, 2024 Fire safety | Develop a communication plan. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0029 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 9, 2024 |
| June 17, 2024 Fire safety | Establish emergency prep training and testing. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0036 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 9, 2024 |
| June 17, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 30, 2024 |
| June 17, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| June 17, 2024 Standard | Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0773 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| June 17, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| June 17, 2024 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| June 17, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| June 17, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| June 17, 2024 Standard | Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0622 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 12, 2024 |
| June 17, 2024 Standard | Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0912 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected July 12, 2024 |
| May 1, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 24, 2024 |
| May 1, 2024 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 24, 2024 |
| May 1, 2024 Complaint | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 24, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Complaint | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 22, 2024 |
| February 28, 2024 Complaint | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 22, 2024 |
| March 28, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 9, 2023 |
| March 28, 2023 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 9, 2023 |
| March 28, 2023 Standard | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0744 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2023 |
| March 28, 2023 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2023 |
| March 28, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2023 |
| March 28, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2023 |
| March 28, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2023 |
| March 28, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2023 |
| March 28, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2023 |
| March 28, 2023 Standard | Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0912 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected May 9, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $62,250 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 17, 2024 | Fine | $9,318 |
| May 1, 2024 | Fine | $52,932 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| CO 24 LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 01/01/2020 |
| JJP II HOLDINGS Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 25% | 01/01/2020 |
| NEW ENGLAND INNOVATIVE HEALTH CARE PLLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 75% | 01/01/2020 |
| CUZZUPOLI, AMY Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 25% | 01/01/2020 |
| JALEEL, MOHAMMED Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 25% | 01/01/2020 |
| MERCHANT, ASIF Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 25% | 01/01/2020 |
| SOMESWARANANTHAN, JANARTHANAN Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 25% | 01/01/2020 |
| WHEELER, SCOTT Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 01/01/2020 |
| CO 24 LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/03/2025 |
| CUZZUPOLI, AMY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/07/2025 |
| JALEEL, MOHAMMED Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| JJP II HOLDINGS Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/03/2025 |
| MERCHANT, ASIF Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/07/2025 |
| NEW ENGLAND INNOVATIVE HEALTH CARE PLLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/03/2025 |
| SOMESWARANANTHAN, JANARTHANAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/07/2025 |
| WHEELER, SCOTT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/08/2025 |
| JALEEL, MOHAMMED Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| CO 24 LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| JALEEL, MOHAMMED Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| JJP II HOLDINGS Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| NEW ENGLAND INNOVATIVE HEALTH CARE PLLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| WHEELER, SCOTT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Quabbin Valley Healthcare's rating?
Quabbin Valley Healthcare has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Massachusetts nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Quabbin Valley Healthcare receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 16 citations, compared with a Massachusetts average of 6.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Quabbin Valley Healthcare accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Quabbin Valley Healthcare?
It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Quabbin Valley Healthcare and how do I contact it?
Quabbin Valley Healthcare is at 821 Daniel Shays Highway, Athol, MA 01331. Phone: (978) 895-0147.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.