Nursing HomeFitchburg, MACMS 225315Updated September 25, 2026
Highlands, TheDeficiencies, fines & AHCA inspection record
Searching for Highlands, The deficiencies? This landing page summarizes Florida AHCA and CMS inspection data for this nursing home in Fitchburg, MA: Class I–IV counts, complaints, and a dated timeline of public findings so you can tour with clearer questions.
On this page: Class I–IV totals, and 17 dated timeline events.
Inspection snapshot
At a glance
Public AHCA Class I–IV rollup and CMS survey detail for Highlands, The.
Deficiencies
17
Moderate inspection concerns
Complaints
0
None on current rollup
Recorded fines
$0
No fine amount on file
Risk level
Moderate
Moderate inspection concerns
Moderate inspection concerns
Highlands, The has enough citations or fines to warrant a careful read of inspection history, especially recurring categories.
Class I0
Class II0
Class III16
Class IV1
Findings by AHCA class
Class I
0
Class II
0
Class III
16
Class IV
1
16 Class III citations: Class III citations are the most common serious rollup. Patterns over time matter more than a single count.
1 Class IV citation: Class IV issues are usually paperwork or process gaps. They still belong in a full compliance picture, especially if they stack up.
Most common CMS category on file: Assessment & care planning (5).
Highlands, The deficiency timeline
Dated findings, fines, corrections, and license milestones · 17 events on record. Newest first.
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (E)cms
F0804: Nutrition and Dietary
Nutrition & dietary
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected Dec 19, 2025
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (E)cms
F0880: Infection Control
Infection control
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected Dec 19, 2025
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (D)cms
F0656: Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Assessment & care planning
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected Dec 19, 2025
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (D)cms
F0676: Quality of Life and Care
Quality of life & care
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected Dec 19, 2025
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (D)cms
F0690: Quality of Life and Care
Quality of life & care
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected Dec 19, 2025
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (D)cms
F0773: Administration
Administration
Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.
Corrected Dec 19, 2025
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (D)cms
F0842: Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Assessment & care planning
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected Dec 19, 2025
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (E)cms
F0658: Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Assessment & care planning
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Florida groups assisted living violations into four classes by how serious the risk is to residents (Fla. Stat. §§ 408.813, 429.19).
Class I: Imminent danger
0 on record
Conditions that present an imminent danger to residents or a substantial probability of death or serious physical or emotional harm.
Typical ALF fine: $5,000-$10,000 per violation (ALF). Highest severity. Must be corrected quickly, often within 24 hours.
Class II: Direct threat
0 on record
Conditions that directly threaten the physical or emotional health, safety, or security of residents (short of Class I).
Typical ALF fine: $1,000-$5,000 per violation (ALF). Direct risk to resident well-being; fines apply even after correction.
Class III: Indirect or potential threat
16 on record
Conditions that indirectly or potentially threaten resident health, safety, or security.
Typical ALF fine: $500-$1,000 per violation (ALF). Potential harm if left uncorrected; correction deadlines are specified.
Class IV: No direct resident threat
1 on record
Conditions related to operations, reports, or paperwork that do not threaten resident health, safety, or security.
Typical ALF fine: $100-$200 per violation (ALF). Lowest severity; often administrative. Fines may be waived if corrected on time.
Findings by deficiency type
CMS health survey categories for this community, ranked by how often they appear in our detail records.
Assessment & care planning
5 citations
Poor assessments can lead to missed needs, falls, or hospital transfers.
Ask: Are care plans current and matched to the resident's needs?
Quality of life & care
5 citations
Covers hands-on care quality, activities, and dignity of daily living.
Ask: What daily care standards failed, and how were they fixed?
Nutrition & dietary
3 citations
Dietary failures raise malnutrition and dehydration risk.
Ask: Are meals, hydration, and special diets reliable?
Infection control
2 citations
Weak infection control raises outbreak risk for frail residents.
Ask: What infection prevention practices failed inspection?
Administration
1 citation
Admin failures can cascade into care and safety problems.
Ask: Were policies, staffing systems, or leadership processes cited?
Resident rights
1 citation
Rights citations often involve consent, privacy, or grievance handling.
Ask: How are privacy, dignity, and choice protected?
Highlands, The deficiency FAQ
Common questions families ask when researching Highlands, The inspection history in Fitchburg, MA.
Does Highlands, The have deficiencies?
Yes. Highlands, The has 17 public deficiencies on the AHCA/CMS totals we track. Review the class breakdown and timeline on this page for dates and categories.
How many deficiencies does Highlands, The have?
Highlands, The has 17 deficiencies on the public totals we track.
What do AHCA deficiency classes mean for Highlands, The?
Florida grades assisted living deficiencies Class I through IV by how serious the risk is to residents. Class I is imminent danger; Class IV is typically paperwork with no direct resident threat. Use the class chart on this page to see how this community's totals break down.
Are there fines or complaints for Highlands, The?
No fines or complaints appear on the current public rollup for Highlands, The. Confirm with the latest AHCA facility profile.
Where do these deficiency numbers come from?
Totals combine Florida AHCA Health Finder class rollups with CMS Nursing Home Compare deficiency and penalty records where a CMS certification number is available.
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Highlands, The deficiency data is compiled from Florida AHCA public facility comparison fields and CMS Provider Data Catalog where available (page data refreshed September 25, 2026). Facilities may contest findings; always verify with the latest official inspection report before making a care decision.