Palm Springs Post Acute
Palm Springs Post Acute is a 3-star rated nursing home in Chelmsford, MA with 124 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 3/5, staffing 3/5, quality measures 3/5.
The facility has 39 health violations on record. Federal fines total $14,238 across 3 enforcement actions. Most recent inspection: August 24, 2023.
Data synthesized from CMS.gov and Massachusetts public inspection records. Reviewed by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., NR-EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
Inspection History Overview
Data current as of May 7, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data
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Fines and Penalties by Year
2022 1 penalties totaling $0
Payment Denial
2021 1 penalties totaling $7,345
Fine
2017 1 penalties totaling $6,893
Fine
Health Violations by Year
2023 10 violations
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2022 7 violations
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19
2021 1 violations
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2020 1 violations
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
2019 11 violations
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
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.
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.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2018 8 violations
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
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.
2017 1 violations
Ensure that residents are safe from serious medication errors.
Frequently Asked Questions About Palm Springs Post Acute
- What violations has Palm Springs Post Acute received?
- Palm Springs Post Acute has 39 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
- What is the quality rating of Palm Springs Post Acute?
- Palm Springs Post Acute has a 3-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This is an average rating, meeting basic quality standards. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
- When was Palm Springs Post Acute last inspected?
- Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
- Is Palm Springs Post Acute safe?
- Safety at Palm Springs Post Acute should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
- How do I contact Palm Springs Post Acute?
- Phone: (978) 256-3151. Address: 40 Parkhurst Road, Chelmsford, MA. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
- What services does Palm Springs Post Acute offer?
- Palm Springs Post Acute is a skilled nursing facility with 124 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
- What are better facilities near Chelmsford, MA?
- Compare Palm Springs Post Acute with other nursing homes in Chelmsford, MA on our facilities page. Filter by star rating, bed count, and recent inspection results to find the best match for your needs.
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| Palm Springs Post Acute (this facility) | ★★★☆☆ | 39 | 124 |
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Provider Data Catalog.
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.
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