About Life Care Center of The North Shore
Life Care Center Of The North Shore, located in LYNN, MA, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose Life Care Center of The North Shore
- High Quality Care: With a 5-star CMS rating, this facility demonstrates high standards.
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 5 Stars
- Nursing Hours 3.78 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
This facility is part of the LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA network. This chain operates 194 facilities.
Chain Performance Overview
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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).
Below Average Staffing
Life Care Center of The North Shore provides less care hours than the state average and less than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 |
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| Health Inspection | 4 |
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| Quality Measures | 5 |
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| Staffing | 4 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 24 | Apr 03, 2025 |
| Weighted Average | 28 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending Jun 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) | 29.4% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 7.0% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 2.2% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 0.6% |
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) | 6.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 5.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 0.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 1.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 8.4% |
| 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) | 2.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 67.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 20.7% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 1.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 10.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 18.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 90.9% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 38.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 6.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 28.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 8.8% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2023: 4 complaints
- Total: 4 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Aug 25, 2023 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. |
| Aug 25, 2023 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted |
| Aug 25, 2023 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. |
| Jul 07, 2023 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. |
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NORTHEAST HOSPITAL CORPORATION
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CAMBRIDGE HEALTH ALLIANCE
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BOSTON MEDICAL CENTER
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VA BOSTON HEALTHCARE SYSTEM - JAMAICA PLAIN
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BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS HOSPITAL - MILTON
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Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
LYNN MEDICAL INVESTORS LTD PTR
Ownership Structure
Management & Direction
- CARLA CIARAMELLA OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- CARLA CIARAMELLA MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- CARLA CIARAMELLA ADP OF THE SNF
- CINDY CROSS CORPORATE OFFICER
- DEVELOPERS INVESTMENT COMPANY INC OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- TODD FLETCHER OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- TERRY HENRY CORPORATE OFFICER
- LISA LAY CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- LISA LAY CORPORATE OFFICER
- LIFE CARE AFFILIATES II OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- LIFE CARE AFFILIATES II ADP OF THE SNF
- LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA INC. ADP OF THE SNF
- LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA INC. OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- ZOFIA LONG MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- ZOFIA LONG OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- LARISSA LUCAS ADP OF THE SNF
- LARISSA LUCAS OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- LYNN MEDICAL INVESTORS LTD PTR OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- LYNN MEDICAL INVESTORS LTD PTR ADP OF THE SNF
- AUBREY PRESTON OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- FORREST PRESTON ADP OF THE SNF
- NANCY SEROZYNSKY OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- NANCY SEROZYNSKY MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- RICHARD SWANKER CORPORATE OFFICER
- RICHARD SWANKER CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- JOAN THURMOND CORPORATE OFFICER
- JAMES ZIEGLER OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Meadows | N/A | 5 |
| Newbridge On The Charles Skilled Nursing Facility | N/A | 5 |
| Whittier Bradford Transitional Care Unit | N/A | 5 |
| The Boston Home, Inc | N/A | 5 |
| Lasell House | N/A | 5 |
| Campion Health and Wellness, Inc | N/A | 5 |
| Katzman Family Center For Living | N/A | 5 |
| Elizabeth Seton | N/A | 4 |
| Rivercrest Long Term Care | N/A | 5 |
| Warde Health Center | N/A | 5 |
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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 Life Care Center of The North Shore directly at 7815929667. 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.