nursing home in Boston, MA

Recuperative Services Unit-Hebrew Rehab Center

1200 Centre Street, Boston, MA 02131 · (617) 325-8000

★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★4
  • Staffing★★★★★3
  • Quality measures★★★★★5
  • CMS high performer

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Recuperative Services Unit-Hebrew Rehab Center at a glance

Recuperative Services Unit-Hebrew Rehab Center is a 50-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 5 hours of nursing care per day (1.2 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.9 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (June 17, 2026) found 1 health citation. The Massachusetts average is 6.8.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
Non Profit - Corporation
Beds
50
Certified for
Medicare
Medicare-certified since
June 7, 2001
Resident/family council
None
County
Suffolk County
CMS Certification Number
225759

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityMassachusetts avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53 / 53 / 5Better
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 53 / 52.8 / 5Better
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.1 / 52.9 / 5Average
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53.3 / 53.6 / 5Better
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)5 / 53 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility5.02 hrsMassachusetts average3.86 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Massachusetts and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMassachusetts avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)5.02 hrs3.86 hrs3.86 hrsBetter
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.19 hrs0.65 hrs0.69 hrsBetter
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.79 hrs2.25 hrs2.32 hrsBetter
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)4.63 hrs3.48 hrs3.42 hrsBetter

Inspections

This facility1Massachusetts average7U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Massachusetts and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMassachusetts avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)179Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)113Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)751.880.6Better

Penalties

This facility0Massachusetts average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Massachusetts and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMassachusetts avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$34,265$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityMassachusetts avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds50120107
Average residents per day309986
Occupancy60.2%82.1%80.9%

Short-stay residents

This facility1.2%Massachusetts average1.4%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Massachusetts and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMassachusetts 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)53.7%77.7%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)72%78.3%82%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 8 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
January 21, 2026
Complaint
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 February 13, 2026
July 24, 2025
Standard
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0851
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 7, 2025
July 24, 2025
Standard
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636
B
No harm, pattern
Corrected August 7, 2025
July 17, 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 August 26, 2024
July 17, 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 August 26, 2024
July 17, 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 August 26, 2024
July 17, 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 August 26, 2024
July 17, 2024
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
B
No harm, pattern
Corrected August 26, 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.

NameRoleShareSince
CLIFTONLARSONALLEN LLP
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2017
COHEN, MARSHA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/07/2013
FORVIS MAZARS LLP
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2020
MANDEL, ERNEST
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/12/2025
MASTERSON, ANN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2021
RETALIC, TAMMY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/13/2004
WOOLF, LOUIS
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/15/2009
COHEN, MARSHA
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE11/07/2013
HENKEN, RICHARD
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE05/22/2024
COHEN, MARSHA
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE11/07/2013
HENKEN, RICHARD
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE05/22/2024
JOHNSON, MARK
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE11/20/2024
MANDEL, ERNEST
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2023
WOOLF, LOUIS
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE10/15/2009
BANE, HARRISON
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2023
COHEN, HOWARD
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2020
DESIMONE, THOMAS
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2013
EDMONDS, JANE
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2021
FLEISHMAN, VALERIE
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2024
FLIER, STEVEN
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2015
FLORENCE SMITH, SUSAN
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2011
GENSER, MAURICE
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2014
KOTLER, HAROLD
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2011
ROSENTHAL, DAVID
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2011
WEBBER, JAY
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2011
ZEIDEL, MARK
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2012
MANDEL, ERNEST
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2023
MASTERSON, ANN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2021
RETALIC, TAMMY
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE09/13/2004

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Frequently asked questions

What is Recuperative Services Unit-Hebrew Rehab Center's rating?

Recuperative Services Unit-Hebrew Rehab Center 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 Recuperative Services Unit-Hebrew Rehab Center receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Massachusetts average of 6.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Recuperative Services Unit-Hebrew Rehab Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?

CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.

Who owns Recuperative Services Unit-Hebrew Rehab Center?

It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Recuperative Services Unit-Hebrew Rehab Center and how do I contact it?

Recuperative Services Unit-Hebrew Rehab Center is at 1200 Centre Street, Boston, MA 02131. Phone: (617) 325-8000.

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.