nursing home in Boston, MA
Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center - Brighton
100 N Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02134 · (617) 726-9701
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★3
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center - Brighton at a glance
Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center - Brighton is a 123-bed non-profit nursing home in Boston, Massachusetts (Suffolk County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Massachusetts average of 3.
Residents receive about 7.3 hours of nursing care per day (3.2 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 5, 2026) found 0 health citations. The Massachusetts average is 6.8.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 30.5% per year (state average 38.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 123
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1967
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Suffolk County
- CMS Certification Number
- 225014
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 7.35 hrs | 3.86 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.21 hrs | 0.65 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.77 hrs | 2.25 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 6.36 hrs | 3.48 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 30.5% | 38.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 36.6% | 42.6% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 0 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 7 | 51.8 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $34,265 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 123 | 120 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 96 | 99 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 77.6% | 82.1% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2.2% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 13.7% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 20.8% | 21.4% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.2% | 1.8% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 22.4% | 16.4% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 27.4% | 15.4% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.2% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.3% | 15.5% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 9.4% | 19.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 12% | 21.2% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 93.3% | 94.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 62.6% | 92.6% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.2% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 88.9% | 77.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 46.3% | 78.3% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 6 health deficiencies and 9 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 12, 2025 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 23, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 23, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 23, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 8, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 23, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 23, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 23, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 23, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 23, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 22, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 22, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 22, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 22, 2025 |
| March 12, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 22, 2025 |
| March 19, 2024 Complaint | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 18, 2024 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPAULDING REHABILITATION, INC. Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 10/28/2017 |
| MASS GENERAL BRIGHAM INCORPORATED Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 100% | 10/28/2017 |
| JACKSON, RUEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/22/2023 |
| JOY, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/16/2025 |
| KANIARU, MARTHA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/03/2016 |
| WALDMAN, LOUIS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2019 |
| DESANTIS, SAMANTHA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/22/2024 |
| FISCHER, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/16/2019 |
| GEE, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/18/2024 |
| JONES, DANIEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/26/2016 |
| JONES, ROBIN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/16/2025 |
| KENNEDY, JOSEPH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| MCCREARY, MAKEEBA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| PIEDRAHITA, VICENTE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| POLLARD, TEVIA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2023 |
| PULLEN, MATTHEW Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/16/2025 |
| RAJA, ALI Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2022 |
| SCHWARTZ, JONATHON Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/02/2025 |
| WHEELER, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/30/2025 |
| BAGGIO TORMEY, MONICA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| BRENNAN, MELISSA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/05/2014 |
| DANESHVAR, DANIEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/30/2026 |
| JACKSON, RUEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/11/2024 |
| LUKEN, DONNA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/25/2011 |
| MCDERMOTT, VINCENT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/25/2025 |
| SPEERS, PAULA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| KLIBANSKI, ANNE Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| BAGGIO TORMEY, MONICA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| DESANTIS, SAMANTHA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/22/2024 |
| JACKSON, RUEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/22/2023 |
| JOY, MICHAEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/10/2025 |
| KANIARU, MARTHA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/03/2016 |
| MASS GENERAL BRIGHAM INCORPORATED Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/28/2017 |
| MCDERMOTT, VINCENT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/25/2025 |
| SCHWARTZ, JONATHON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/02/2025 |
| SPAULDING REHABILITATION, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/28/2017 |
| WALDMAN, LOUIS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2019 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center - Brighton's rating?
Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center - Brighton has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Massachusetts nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center - Brighton receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a Massachusetts average of 6.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center - Brighton accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center - Brighton?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center - Brighton and how do I contact it?
Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center - Brighton is at 100 N Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02134. Phone: (617) 726-9701.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.