nursing home in Woburn, MA
Woburn Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
18 Frances Street, #3095, Woburn, MA 01801 · (781) 933-8175
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Woburn Rehabilitation and Nursing Center at a glance
Woburn Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a 140-bed for-profit nursing home in Woburn, Massachusetts (Middlesex County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Massachusetts average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 9, 2025) found 15 health citations. The Massachusetts average is 6.8.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $8,512.
Nursing staff turnover is 36.1% per year (state average 38.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 140
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Stellar Health Group
- Medicare-certified since
- July 1, 1990
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Middlesex County
- CMS Certification Number
- 225394
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 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) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.95 hrs | 3.86 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.85 hrs | 0.65 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.09 hrs | 2.25 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.50 hrs | 3.48 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 36.1% | 38.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 50% | 42.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 15 | 7 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 85 | 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) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $8,512 | $34,265 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 140 | 120 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 106 | 99 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 75.6% | 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) | 4.4% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.8% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 18% | 21.4% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 5.4% | 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) | 18.2% | 16.4% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 13.2% | 15.4% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.4% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 54.3% | 15.5% | 12.8% | Worse |
| 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) | 18.1% | 19.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 18.6% | 21.2% | 19% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.8% | 94.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.4% | 92.6% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Massachusetts avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.1% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 68.2% | 77.7% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 91.8% | 78.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 34 health deficiencies and 12 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 9, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 14, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 14, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 16, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 14, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 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 January 31, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Standard | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| January 9, 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 January 31, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Standard | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0791 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Standard | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 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 January 31, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 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 January 31, 2025 |
| January 9, 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 January 31, 2025 |
| September 27, 2024 Complaint | 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected September 20, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 Complaint | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 Complaint | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| July 24, 2024 Complaint | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| January 12, 2024 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 26, 2024 |
| January 12, 2024 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 26, 2024 |
| January 12, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 26, 2024 |
| January 12, 2024 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 February 6, 2024 |
| January 12, 2024 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 6, 2024 |
| January 12, 2024 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 February 6, 2024 |
| January 12, 2024 Standard | Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0694 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 6, 2024 |
| January 12, 2024 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 6, 2024 |
| January 12, 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 December 10, 2023 |
| January 12, 2024 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 February 6, 2024 |
| January 12, 2024 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 6, 2024 |
| January 12, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 6, 2024 |
| January 12, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 6, 2024 |
| December 7, 2022 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 1, 2023 |
| December 7, 2022 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 31, 2023 |
| December 7, 2022 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 31, 2023 |
| December 7, 2022 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 31, 2023 |
| December 7, 2022 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 1, 2023 |
| December 7, 2022 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 December 20, 2022 |
| December 7, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 20, 2022 |
| December 7, 2022 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 December 20, 2022 |
| December 7, 2022 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 December 20, 2022 |
| December 7, 2022 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 December 20, 2022 |
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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $8,512 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 27, 2024 | Fine | $8,512 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| WOBURN OPERATIONS LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 12/29/2021 |
| BOSTON MASTER TENANT LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 100% | 12/29/2021 |
| ERLICHMAN, ARIEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2021 |
| FIN, BRIAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/15/1992 |
| DRISCOLL, ROBERT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2002 |
| ERLICHMAN, ARIEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2021 |
| BURNS, DANIEL Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2021 |
| EVANGELISTA, CHERYL Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/11/2000 |
| JOHANSON, BARBARA Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/22/1998 |
| PUGLIESE, NICHOLAS Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Woburn Rehabilitation and Nursing Center's rating?
Woburn Rehabilitation and Nursing Center has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Massachusetts nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Woburn Rehabilitation and Nursing Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 15 citations, compared with a Massachusetts average of 6.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Woburn Rehabilitation and 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 Woburn Rehabilitation and Nursing Center?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Stellar Health Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Woburn Rehabilitation and Nursing Center and how do I contact it?
Woburn Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is at 18 Frances Street, #3095, Woburn, MA 01801. Phone: (781) 933-8175.
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.