| Benjamin Healthcare Center | |
| 120 Fisher Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts 02120 | |
| (860) 738-0231 | |
| Name | Benjamin Healthcare Center |
|---|---|
| Location | 120 Fisher Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts |
| Certified By | Medicare and Medicaid |
| No. of Certified Beds | 205 |
| Occupancy Rate | 39.07% |
| Medicare ID (CCN) | 225654 |
| Legal Business Name | Edgar P Benjamin Healthcare Center, Inc |
| Ownership Type | Non Profit - Other |
| NPI Number | 1962491704 |
| Match | Confirmed listed in Medicare enrollment records |
| Organization Name | Edgar P Benjamin Healthcare Center, Inc |
| Doing Business As | Benjamin Healthcare Center |
| Address | 120 Fisher Avenue, Boston, MA 02120 |
| Phone Number | 617-738-1500 |
| NPI Number | 1821955089 |
| Match | Possible same name, address or phone number |
| Organization Name | The Benjamin Healthcare Center LLC |
| Address | 120 Fisher Ave, Boston, MA 02120 |
| Phone Number | 617-738-1500 |
| NPI Number | 1932320215 |
| Match | Possible same name, address or phone number |
| Organization Name | Edgar P. Benjamin Healthcare Center, Inc |
| Doing Business As | Resthaven Corporation |
| Address | 120 Fisher Avenue, Boston, MA 02120 |
| Phone Number | 617-738-1500 |
| Ratings from Surveys (Inspections): | |
| Ratings from Quality Measures: | |
| Ratings from Staffing Data: | |
| Overall Rating: |
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| Staffing Measure | Provider | National Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.63 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.8 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.55 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.28 | 2.32 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.41 | 3.42 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.71 | 0.48 |
| Physical therapist hours per resident per day | 0.06 | 0.07 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 11.5% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 7.1% | 42.9% |
| Number of administrators who have left the nursing home | Not available: no valid staffing data was submitted | 0.5 |
| Cited for abuse, neglect or exploitation of residents (Care Compare abuse icon) | No |
| Number of Fines | 1 |
| Total Amount of Fines in Dollars | $96,705 |
| Number of Payment Denials | 0 |
| Total Number of Penalties | 1 |
| Date | Deficiency | Harm Level | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10, 2025 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. F0921, Environmental, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, widespread | Corrected by Nov 19, 2025 |
| Jul 10, 2025 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. F0921, Environmental, Complaint inspection | Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected by Jul 8, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812, Nutrition and Dietary, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, widespread | Corrected by Jul 7, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. F0553, Resident Rights, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Jun 14, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. F0692, Quality of Life and Care, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Jun 14, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. F0803, Nutrition and Dietary, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Jun 14, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. F0842, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Jun 14, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. F0558, Resident Rights, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jun 14, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. F0578, Resident Rights, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jun 14, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. F0641, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jun 14, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. F0656, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jun 14, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. F0658, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jun 14, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. F0677, Quality of Life and Care, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jun 14, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684, Quality of Life and Care, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jun 14, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. F0686, Quality of Life and Care, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jun 14, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | Provide appropriate foot care. F0687, Quality of Life and Care, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jun 14, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. F0693, Quality of Life and Care, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jun 14, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. F0695, Quality of Life and Care, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jun 14, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. F0699, Quality of Life and Care, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jun 14, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. F0700, Quality of Life and Care, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jun 14, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. F0758, Pharmacy Service, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jun 14, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880, Infection Control, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jun 14, 2025 |
| May 23, 2024 | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. F0801, Nutrition and Dietary, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, widespread | Corrected by Jul 7, 2024 |
| May 23, 2024 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. F0607, Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Jun 28, 2024 |
| May 23, 2024 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. F0656, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jun 10, 2024 |
| May 23, 2024 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. F0692, Quality of Life and Care, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jun 10, 2024 |
| Dec 15, 2023 | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. F0727, Nursing and Physician Services, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, widespread | Corrected by Feb 9, 2024 |
| Nov 17, 2022 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689, Quality of Life and Care, Standard inspection | Actual harm, isolated | Corrected by Dec 9, 2022 |
| Nov 17, 2022 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. F0610, Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Dec 9, 2022 |
| Nov 17, 2022 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. F0658, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Dec 9, 2022 |
| Quality Measure | Provider | National Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 18.25 | 13.87 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 7.29 | 5.19 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.86 | 0.82 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 1.64 | 1.59 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 5.05 | 12.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0 | 0.13 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 3.58 | 3.23 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 98.05 | 93.55 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 85.23 | 82.04 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0 | 1.56 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 13.67 | 14.07 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 2.74 | 19.52 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 97.47 | 95.46 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 33.33 | 79.75 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 3.97 | 4.62 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 13.93 | 19.01 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 21.03 | 15.38 |
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