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St Mary Health Care Center is a 2-star rated nursing home in Worcester, MA with 172 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 2/5, staffing 4/5, quality measures 4/5.

The facility has 44 health violations on record. Federal fines total $11,332 across 3 enforcement actions. Most recent inspection: October 17, 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 6, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data

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Detailed Inspection Reports

Notice: These are official CMS inspection narratives containing detailed regulatory findings. This information is not available in searchable format anywhere else online.

Complaint Investigation

Fines and Penalties by Year

2022 1 penalties totaling $3,337

$3,337

Fine

2021 2 penalties totaling $7,995

$650

Fine

$7,345

Fine

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Health Violations by Year

2023 8 violations

Tag 0550 D Oct 17, 2023

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

✓ Corrected: Nov 30, 2023
Tag 0580 D Oct 17, 2023

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

✓ Corrected: Nov 30, 2023
Tag 0645 D Oct 17, 2023

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

✓ Corrected: Nov 30, 2023
Tag 0677 E Oct 17, 2023

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

✓ Corrected: Nov 30, 2023
Tag 0685 D Oct 17, 2023

Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

✓ Corrected: Nov 30, 2023
Tag 0695 D Oct 17, 2023

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

✓ Corrected: Nov 30, 2023
Tag 0732 C Oct 17, 2023

Post nurse staffing information every day.

✓ Corrected: Nov 30, 2023
Tag 0880 F Oct 17, 2023

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Nov 30, 2023

2022 13 violations

Tag 0607 D Mar 3, 2022

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

✓ Corrected: Mar 25, 2022
Tag 0609 D Mar 3, 2022

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

✓ Corrected: Mar 25, 2022
Tag 0655 D Mar 3, 2022

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

✓ Corrected: Mar 25, 2022
Tag 0656 D Mar 3, 2022

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

✓ Corrected: Mar 25, 2022
Tag 0657 E Mar 3, 2022

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

✓ Corrected: Mar 25, 2022
Tag 0692 D Mar 3, 2022

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

✓ Corrected: Mar 25, 2022
Tag 0756 D Mar 3, 2022

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

✓ Corrected: Mar 25, 2022
Tag 0758 D Mar 3, 2022

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.

✓ Corrected: Mar 25, 2022
Tag 0812 E Mar 3, 2022

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

✓ Corrected: Mar 25, 2022
Tag 0842 D Mar 3, 2022

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Mar 25, 2022
Tag 0880 D Mar 3, 2022

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Mar 25, 2022
Tag 0883 E Mar 3, 2022

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

✓ Corrected: Mar 25, 2022
Tag 0887 D Mar 3, 2022

Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

✓ Corrected: Mar 25, 2022

2021 7 violations

Tag 0608 D Oct 13, 2021

Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure (1) employees report any suspicion of a crime against any resident, according to timelines; (2) post the notice of employee rights; and (3) prohibit and prevent retaliation for reporting.

✓ Corrected: Nov 4, 2021
Tag 0656 G Jun 9, 2021

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

✓ Corrected: Jun 30, 2021
Tag 0689 G Jun 9, 2021

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Jun 30, 2021
Tag 0773 D Feb 3, 2021

Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.

✓ Corrected: Feb 18, 2021
Tag 0880 E Feb 3, 2021

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Feb 18, 2021
Tag 0883 D Feb 3, 2021

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

✓ Corrected: Feb 18, 2021
Tag 0886 D Feb 3, 2021

Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.

✓ Corrected: Feb 18, 2021

2019 1 violations

Tag 0686 D Aug 22, 2019

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

✓ Corrected: Oct 14, 2019

2018 7 violations

Tag 0637 D Aug 15, 2018

Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

✓ Corrected: Sep 29, 2018
Tag 0656 E Aug 15, 2018

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

✓ Corrected: Sep 29, 2018
Tag 0658 D Aug 15, 2018

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

✓ Corrected: Sep 29, 2018
Tag 0677 D Aug 15, 2018

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

✓ Corrected: Sep 29, 2018
Tag 0689 E Aug 15, 2018

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Sep 29, 2018
Tag 0700 D Aug 15, 2018

Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

✓ Corrected: Sep 29, 2018
Tag 0791 D Aug 15, 2018

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

✓ Corrected: Sep 29, 2018

2017 8 violations

Tag 0157 D Jun 28, 2017

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

✓ Corrected: Aug 11, 2017
Tag 0241 D Jun 28, 2017

Provide care for residents in a way that maintains or improves their dignity and respect in full recognition of their individuality.

✓ Corrected: Aug 11, 2017
Tag 0248 E Jun 28, 2017

Provide activities to meet the interests and needs of each resident.

✓ Corrected: Aug 11, 2017
Tag 0279 D Jun 28, 2017

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

✓ Corrected: Aug 11, 2017
Tag 0282 D Jun 28, 2017

Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care.

✓ Corrected: Aug 11, 2017
Tag 0309 D Jun 28, 2017

Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident .

✓ Corrected: Aug 11, 2017
Tag 0315 D Jun 28, 2017

Ensure that each resident who enters the nursing home without a catheter is not given a catheter, unless medically necessary, and that incontinent patients receive proper services to prevent urinary tract infections and restore normal bladder functions.

✓ Corrected: Aug 11, 2017
Tag 0425 D Jun 28, 2017

Provide routine and emergency drugs through a licensed pharmacist and only under the general supervision of a licensed nurse.

✓ Corrected: Aug 11, 2017

Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary Health Care Center

What violations has St Mary Health Care Center received?
St Mary Health Care Center has 44 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 St Mary Health Care Center?
St Mary Health Care Center has a 2-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This rating indicates the facility may have quality concerns that should be investigated further. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
When was St Mary Health Care Center 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 St Mary Health Care Center safe?
Safety at St Mary Health Care Center 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 St Mary Health Care Center?
Phone: (508) 753-4791. Address: 39 Queen Street, Worcester, MA. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
What services does St Mary Health Care Center offer?
St Mary Health Care Center is a skilled nursing facility with 172 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 Worcester, MA?
Compare St Mary Health Care Center with other nursing homes in Worcester, 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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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.

Last verified: October 17, 2023 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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