RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Melrose, MA (2026)

Compare all 2 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Melrose, MA, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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2Nursing Homes in Melrose
3.0/5
Same as state avgState avg: 3.00Melrose Avg Rating
$49K$22K vs state avgState avg: $71KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Nursing HomeMelrose, MA

Elmhurst Healthcare (The)

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
45 BedsStandard health inspection Jun 2025

Above Massachusetts avg of 3.0

743 Main StreetMelrose, MA 02176

(781) 662-7500

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21 Penalty

Nursing HomeMelrose, MA

Melrose Healthcare

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
106 BedsStandard health inspection Apr 2025

Below Massachusetts avg of 3.0

40 Martin StreetMelrose, MA 02176

(781) 665-7050

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Care landscape in Melrose

How Melrose compares with the rest of Massachusetts on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+20.7%

    About 8% higher than the state average of 19.1%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover35.5%

    A little lower than the state average of 38.2%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability11.5%

    About 18% lower than the state average of 14.1%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Melrose, MA?

This page evaluates 2 eligible nursing homes in Melrose, MA and shows the top 2.

How are these rankings calculated?

Facilities are ranked by CMS overall rating first. Ties are broken by fewer penalties, then health inspection rating, then staffing rating.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use the rankings to narrow the field, then review facility profiles, confirm details directly with the provider, and get professional guidance for the care decision.

What do the CMS data and inspection dates mean?

CMS data: August 2026. The inspection date is the latest standard health inspection reported in the CMS survey summary, including inspections with no deficiencies. Complaint and fire safety surveys are separate. A recent CMS release can include an older inspection date. Listings absent from the latest imported CMS provider release remain available on the platform but are excluded from current rankings.

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