MASCONOMET REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Masconomet Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center has a Trust Grade of B+, indicating it is above average and recommended for families seeking care. It ranks #104 out of 338 facilities in Massachusetts, placing it in the top half, and #17 out of 44 in Essex County, meaning there are only 16 local options that are better. Unfortunately, the facility is trending worse, with the number of identified issues increasing from 1 in 2024 to 6 in 2025. Staffing is a strong point with a 4 out of 5 rating and better RN coverage than 81% of Massachusetts facilities, although the staff turnover rate of 47% is average. The facility has not incurred any fines, which is a positive sign, but there are concerning incidents, including failures to implement required stop dates for anxiety medications for several residents and not providing quarterly financial statements for a resident's personal needs account. Overall, while there are some strengths, the increasing number of issues and specific care plan deficiencies should be carefully considered by families.
- Trust Score
- B+
- In Massachusetts
- #104/338
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 47% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Massachusetts facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 46 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for Massachusetts. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 11 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Massachusetts avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 11 deficiencies on record
Mar 2025
6 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0568
(Tag F0568)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interviews, the facility failed to provide quarterly financial statements for one Resident (#89) with...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, record review and interview the facility failed to develop and implement a comprehensive resident-centered care plan for one Resident (#92) out of a total sample of 26 residents...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0658
(Tag F0658)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to follow professional standards of practice for 3 Residents (#97, #42...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interviews, and record review the facility failed to maintain respiratory equipment according to professional standards of practice for one Resident (#83), out of a total sample ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Drug Regimen Review
(Tag F0756)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interviews, the facility failed to implement a pharmacy recommendation for one Resident (#85) out of a total sample of 26 residents.
Findings include:
Review of the facility...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interviews the facility failed to ensure that PRN (as needed) ordered psychotropic drugs were limited...
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Apr 2024
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0692
(Tag F0692)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, record and policy review, the facility failed follow professional standards for weight management for one Re...
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Apr 2023
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to provide supervision and cuing during meals per the pla...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0692
(Tag F0692)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to identify and address a significant weight loss for 1 R...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on policy review, observations, record review and staff interviews, the facility failed to obtain physician's orders for o...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0740
(Tag F0740)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to provide counseling services for 1 Resident (#7) out of...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade B+ (80/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Massachusetts.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Massachusetts facilities.
- • 11 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is Masconomet Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns MASCONOMET REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE CENTER an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered above average nationally. Within Massachusetts, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Masconomet Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center Staffed?
CMS rates MASCONOMET REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE CENTER's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 47%, compared to the Massachusetts average of 46%.
What Have Inspectors Found at Masconomet Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center?
State health inspectors documented 11 deficiencies at MASCONOMET REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE CENTER during 2023 to 2025. These included: 11 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Masconomet Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center?
MASCONOMET REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE CENTER is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by ATLAS HEALTHCARE, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 123 certified beds and approximately 112 residents (about 91% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in TOPSFIELD, Massachusetts.
How Does Masconomet Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center Compare to Other Massachusetts Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Massachusetts, MASCONOMET REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE CENTER's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 2.9, staff turnover (47%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Masconomet Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Masconomet Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, MASCONOMET REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE CENTER has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 4-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Massachusetts. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Masconomet Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center Stick Around?
MASCONOMET REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE CENTER has a staff turnover rate of 47%, which is about average for Massachusetts nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Masconomet Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center Ever Fined?
MASCONOMET REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE CENTER has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Masconomet Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center on Any Federal Watch List?
MASCONOMET REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE CENTER is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.