Northwood Rehabilitation & Health Care Center is a 1-star (much below average) rated 123-bed nursing home in LOWELL, Massachusetts. It has 22 deficiencies on its most recent health inspection. The facility has below-average registered nurse staffing. It is certified by Medicare and Medicaid.

Data from CMS, last updated September 2026

northwood rehabilitation & health care center

1010 VARNUM AVENUE · LOWELL, MA 01854
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Overall Rating
Health Inspections
1 / 5
Staffing
2 / 5
Quality Measures
2 / 5
Trend
stable
Staffing
RN Hours/Resident/Day
0.38
Total Nurse Hours/Day
2.83
RN Turnover
33.3%
Total Staff Turnover
23.8%
Facility Info
Beds
123
Avg. Residents/Day
115
Ownership
For profit - Partnership
Certification
Medicare, Medicaid
Inspections
Health Deficiencies
22
Complaint Deficiencies
0
Total Fines
$85,178
Number of Penalties
1

Penalty History

DateTypeFine
August 2024 Fine $85,178

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating for Northwood Rehabilitation & Health Care Center?
Northwood Rehabilitation & Health Care Center has an overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars (Much Below Average) based on CMS quality data.
Has Northwood Rehabilitation & Health Care Center been fined or penalized?
Yes, Northwood Rehabilitation & Health Care Center has 1 penalty record(s) on file totaling $85,178.
How many deficiencies does Northwood Rehabilitation & Health Care Center have?
Northwood Rehabilitation & Health Care Center has 22 health deficiency citation(s) from its most recent inspection cycle.
Does Northwood Rehabilitation & Health Care Center accept Medicare or Medicaid?
Yes, Northwood Rehabilitation & Health Care Center accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
How does Northwood Rehabilitation & Health Care Center compare to other nursing homes in LOWELL?
Visit our LOWELL, Massachusetts nursing homes page to see how Northwood Rehabilitation & Health Care Center ranks against other facilities in the area.