nursing home in Lexington, MA
Pine Knoll Nursing Center
30 Watertown Street, Lexington, MA 02420 · (781) 862-8151
Not rated
Not rated
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspectionsNot rated
- StaffingNot rated
- Quality measuresNot rated
- Special Focus Facility
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Pine Knoll Nursing Center at a glance
Pine Knoll Nursing Center is a 81-bed for-profit nursing home in Lexington, Massachusetts (Middlesex County).
CMS has not published a overall star rating for this nursing home, usually because it has too little recent data.
Residents receive about 3.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 2, 2026) found 33 health citations. The Massachusetts average is 6.8.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $432,082.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 81
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1967
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Middlesex County
- CMS Certification Number
- 225049
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.39 hrs | 3.86 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.65 hrs | 0.65 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.17 hrs | 2.25 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.22 hrs | 3.48 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 33 | 7 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 308.5 | 51.8 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $432,082 | $34,265 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 81 | 120 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 69 | 99 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 85.7% | 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) | 5.1% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.4% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 38.7% | 21.4% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.5% | 1.8% | 1.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 9.6% | 16.4% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 12.5% | 15.4% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.3% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 12.9% | 19.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 10.2% | 21.2% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 81% | 94.8% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 52% | 92.6% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 21.1% | 78.3% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 82 health deficiencies and 6 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 12 citations involved actual harm, including 5 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | H Actual harm, pattern | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0825 | H Actual harm, pattern | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0740 | H Actual harm, pattern | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | H Actual harm, pattern | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 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 March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0685 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0638 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0791 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0745 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0744 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0699 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| March 2, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected March 29, 2026 |
| September 5, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 25, 2025 |
| September 5, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0567 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 25, 2025 |
| September 5, 2025 Standard | Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0810 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2025 |
| September 5, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2025 |
| September 5, 2025 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2025 |
| September 5, 2025 Standard | 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. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0801 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2025 |
| September 5, 2025 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2025 |
| September 5, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2025 |
| September 5, 2025 Standard | 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. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2025 |
| September 5, 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 September 25, 2025 |
| September 5, 2025 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 26, 2025 |
| September 5, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected September 25, 2025 |
| September 5, 2025 Standard | Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0638 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected September 25, 2025 |
| September 5, 2025 Standard | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected September 25, 2025 |
| September 26, 2024 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 30, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Fire safety | Provide emergency officials' contact information. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0031 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 30, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 31, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Fire safety | Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0018 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 31, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 29, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 29, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected October 23, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected October 23, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected October 23, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected October 23, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | H Actual harm, pattern | Corrected October 24, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected October 23, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected October 23, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Ensure that nurse aides who have worked more than 4 months, are trained and competent; and nurse aides who have worked less than 4 months are enrolled in appropriate training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0728 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 22, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Include as part of its infection prevention and control program, mandatory training that includes written standards, policies, and procedures for the program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0945 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 23, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0940 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 23, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0882 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 15, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 15, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 23, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0838 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 23, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 22, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | 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. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 22, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 22, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0849 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 22, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 15, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 22, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 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 November 15, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 15, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 22, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0637 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 15, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 23, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 22, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 23, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0740 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 23, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 22, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 22, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 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 November 15, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 22, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 22, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 23, 2024 |
| September 26, 2024 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 23, 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $432,082 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 2, 2026 | Fine | $213,005 |
| September 26, 2024 | Fine | $219,077 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| GOUVEIA, JESSICA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| MERCHANT, ASIF Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2014 |
| SWEENEY, MATTHEW Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2018 |
| WOODS, THOMAS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2018 |
| SWEENEY, MATTHEW Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/31/2024 |
| WOODS, THOMAS Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/1999 |
| GOUVEIA, JESSICA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2024 |
| MERCHANT, ASIF Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2014 |
| SWEENEY, MATTHEW Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2018 |
| WOODS, THOMAS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2018 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Pine Knoll Nursing Center's rating?
CMS has not published a star rating for Pine Knoll Nursing Center. This usually means there is not enough recent data.
How many inspection citations did Pine Knoll Nursing Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 33 citations, compared with a Massachusetts average of 6.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Pine Knoll Nursing Center 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 Pine Knoll Nursing Center?
It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Pine Knoll Nursing Center and how do I contact it?
Pine Knoll Nursing Center is at 30 Watertown Street, Lexington, MA 02420. Phone: (781) 862-8151.
About this data
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