About The Skilled Nursing Facility at North Hill
The Skilled Nursing Facility At North Hill, located in NEEDHAM, MA, is a non-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid. This facility is part of a continuing care retirement community.
Why Families Choose The Skilled Nursing Facility at North Hill
- High Quality Care: With a 4-star CMS rating, this facility demonstrates high standards.
- More Nursing Time: Staff spends 7.43 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 4 Stars
- Nursing Hours 7.43 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
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Nursing Staff Analysis
Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Above Average Staffing
The Skilled Nursing Facility at North Hill provides more care hours than the state average and more than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 4 |
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| Health Inspection | 3 |
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| Quality Measures | 3 |
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| Staffing | 5 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 16 | Jul 18, 2025 |
| Weighted Average | 54 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending May 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.
Medicare claims-based measures
Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) | 25.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 10.1% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 2.0% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 1.0% |
MDS-based measures
Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) | 28.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 2.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 2.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 3.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 0.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 5.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 99.5% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 98.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 0.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 28.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 12.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 3.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 11.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 21.1% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2025: 2 complaints
- Total: 2 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Jan 29, 2025 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. |
| Jan 29, 2025 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
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Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
NORTH HILL NEEDHAM, INC.
Ownership Structure
Management & Direction
- 4M BUILDING SOLUTIONS LLC OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- 4M BUILDING SOLUTIONS LLC ADP OF THE SNF
- A.V. POWELL & ASSOCIATES LLC ADP OF THE SNF
- AQUEDUCT TECHNOLOGIES INC ADP OF THE SNF
- BABSON COLLEGE ADP OF THE SNF
- BAKER TILLY US LLP ADP OF THE SNF
- SUZANNE BARTH TRUSTEE OF THE SNF
- SUZANNE BARTH CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- PAUL BENOIT ADP OF THE SNF
- PAUL BENOIT OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- KARALYN BERE CORPORATE OFFICER
- KARALYN BERE ADP OF THE SNF
- EMILY BERMUDEZ ADP OF THE SNF
- EMILY BERMUDEZ OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- CLAY & ASSOCIATES LLC ADP OF THE SNF
- RUSSELL CORSINI TRUSTEE OF THE SNF
- RUSSELL CORSINI CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- NATALIE COSTA ADP OF THE SNF
- SARAH CREED CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- SARAH CREED TRUSTEE OF THE SNF
- RICHARD DAVIS CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- RICHARD DAVIS TRUSTEE OF THE SNF
- SUSAN DOWNEY OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- SUSAN DOWNEY CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- SUSAN DOWNEY ADP OF THE SNF
- STEPHEN FISCHER TRUSTEE OF THE SNF
- STEPHEN FISCHER CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- FOCUS TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS INC ADP OF THE SNF
- JOSEPH FRIAS OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- JOSEPH FRIAS CORPORATE OFFICER
- JOSEPH FRIAS ADP OF THE SNF
- STEWART GOFF OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- STEWART GOFF CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- STEWART GOFF ADP OF THE SNF
- KEVIN GRIMES TRUSTEE OF THE SNF
- KEVIN GRIMES CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- ELIZABETH HANDEL TRUSTEE OF THE SNF
- ELIZABETH HANDEL CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- HEALTH CARE CONTINUUM SPECIALISTS ADP OF THE SNF
- NANCY HOFFMANN TRUSTEE OF THE SNF
- NANCY HOFFMANN CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- JENSEN HUGHES INC. ADP OF THE SNF
- WILLIAM MAHONEY TRUSTEE OF THE SNF
- WILLIAM MAHONEY CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS TRUST COMPANY ADP OF THE SNF
- SUSAN MELLACE CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- SUSAN MELLACE TRUSTEE OF THE SNF
- ASIF MERCHANT OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- ASIF MERCHANT ADP OF THE SNF
- PETER PINGITORE CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- PETER PINGITORE TRUSTEE OF THE SNF
- PRIME BUCHHOLZ LLC ADP OF THE SNF
- AMY REICH WEIL CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- AMY REICH WEIL TRUSTEE OF THE SNF
- SADIA'S HEALTH AND WELLNESS CONSULTING INC ADP OF THE SNF
- SADIA'S HEALTH AND WELLNESS CONSULTING INC OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- MARTINA ANNE OECHSLE VASCONCELLES CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- MARTINA ANNE OECHSLE VASCONCELLES TRUSTEE OF THE SNF
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| River Terrace Rehabilitation and Healthcare Ctr | N/A | 5 |
| Lasell House | N/A | 5 |
| Newbridge On The Charles Skilled Nursing Facility | N/A | 5 |
| The Boston Home, Inc | N/A | 5 |
| Lydia Taft House | N/A | 5 |
| Campion Health and Wellness, Inc | N/A | 5 |
| Katzman Family Center For Living | N/A | 5 |
| Elizabeth Seton | N/A | 5 |
| Rivercrest Long Term Care | N/A | 5 |
| Brookhaven at Lexington | N/A | 5 |
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Ownership Details
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Noted Deficiencies
Detailed history of deficiencies with descriptions and correction dates.
Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
- Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
- Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
- Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
- Room type (private vs. semi-private)
- Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
- Length of stay and specific services required
For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact The Skilled Nursing Facility at North Hill directly at 7814449910. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
Environment & Cleanliness
- Overall cleanliness and odors
- Resident room conditions
- Common area maintenance
- Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
- Staff-to-resident ratios
- How staff interact with residents
- Response time to resident needs
- Staff knowledge and professionalism
Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.