BENJAMIN HEALTHCARE CENTER
120 FISHER AVENUE, BOSTON, MA 02120 · CCN 225654
SFF Candidate
Ratings
- Overall
- ★☆☆☆☆ 1
- Health inspection
- ★☆☆☆☆ 1
- Quality measures
- ★★★★☆ 4
- Staffing
- ★★☆☆☆ 2
Facility
- Ownership type
- Non profit - Other
- Certified beds
- 205
- Avg residents/day
- 81.7
- Phone
- 6177381500
Inspection history vs Massachusetts & national averages
Cycle 1 is the most recent standard health inspection. Lower total deficiency counts are better.
| Cycle | Inspection date | This facility | Massachusetts avg | National avg | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2025-04-30 | 22 | 8.9 | 9.5 | +13.1 worse |
| 2 | 2024-05-23 | 4 | 10.0 | 9.8 | -6.0 better |
| 3 | 2022-11-17 | 6 | 12.7 | 9.3 | -6.7 better |
Cycle 1 deficiencies by category
| Category | Deficiencies |
|---|---|
| Quality of life and care | 9 |
| Resident assessment and care planning | 4 |
| Resident rights | 3 |
| Nutrition and dietary | 2 |
| Pharmacy service | 1 |
| Environmental | 2 |
| Infection control | 1 |
Staffing (hours per resident per day)
| Metric | This facility | Turnover |
|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing (reported) | 3.40 | 98.4% |
| RN staffing (reported) | 0.76 | 100.0% |
| Total nurse staffing (adjusted) | 3.50 | — |
Fines & penalties
- Total fines
- $95,036
- Number of fines
- 1
- Number of penalties
- 1
- Payment denials
- 0
Inspection citations (32)1 immediate jeopardy1 actual harm
- FF0921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.2025-09-10 · Health · corrected 2025-11-19
Potential for more than minimal harm
- KF0921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.2025-07-10 · Health · corrected 2025-07-08
Immediate jeopardy
- EF0553Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.2025-04-30 · Health · corrected 2025-06-14
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.2025-04-30 · Health · corrected 2025-06-14
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0578Honor 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.2025-04-30 · Health · corrected 2025-06-14
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.2025-04-30 · Health · corrected 2025-06-14
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.2025-04-30 · Health · corrected 2025-06-14
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.2025-04-30 · Health · corrected 2025-06-14
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.2025-04-30 · Health · corrected 2025-06-14
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.2025-04-30 · Health · corrected 2025-06-14
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.2025-04-30 · Health · corrected 2025-06-14
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0687Provide appropriate foot care.2025-04-30 · Health · corrected 2025-06-14
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.2025-04-30 · Health · corrected 2025-06-14
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0693Ensure 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.2025-04-30 · Health · corrected 2025-06-14
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.2025-04-30 · Health · corrected 2025-06-14
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0699Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.2025-04-30 · Health · corrected 2025-06-14
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0700Try 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.2025-04-30 · Health · corrected 2025-06-14
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0758Implement 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.2025-04-30 · Health · corrected 2025-06-14
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0803Ensure 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.2025-04-30 · Health · corrected 2025-06-14
Potential for more than minimal harm
- FF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2025-04-30 · Health · corrected 2025-07-07
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.2025-04-30 · Health · corrected 2025-06-14
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2025-04-30 · Health · corrected 2025-06-14
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.2024-05-23 · Health · corrected 2024-06-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.2024-05-23 · Health · corrected 2024-06-10
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.2024-05-23 · Health · corrected 2024-06-10
Potential for more than minimal harm
- FF0801Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.2024-05-23 · Health · corrected 2024-07-07
Potential for more than minimal harm
- FF0727Have 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.2023-12-15 · Health · corrected 2024-02-09
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.2022-11-17 · Health · corrected 2022-12-09
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.2022-11-17 · Health · corrected 2022-12-09
Potential for more than minimal harm
- GF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2022-11-17 · Health · corrected 2022-12-09
Actual harm
- DF0725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.2022-11-17 · Health · corrected 2022-12-09
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.2022-11-17 · Health · corrected 2022-12-09
Potential for more than minimal harm
Ownership
| Owner | Type | Role | Percent | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FEASTER, JOSEPH | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2024-04-03 |
| HANSPARD, KENYA | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2024-07-02 |
| MARK, DELICIA | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2024-05-28 |
| FEASTER, JOSEPH | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2024-04-03 |
| MARK, DELICIA | Individual | CORPORATE OFFICER | — | 2024-05-28 |
Other facilities in BOSTON
| Name | Overall | Beds |
|---|---|---|
| SPAULDING NURSING AND THERAPY CENTER - BRIGHTON | ★★★★★ | 123 |
| BOSTON HOME, INC (THE) | ★★★★★ | 96 |
| LAUREL RIDGE REHAB AND SKILLED CARE CENTER | ★★★★★ | 120 |
| GERMAN CENTER FOR EXTENDED CARE | ★★★★★ | 133 |
| RECUPERATIVE SERVICES UNIT-HEBREW REHAB CENTER | ★★★★★ | 50 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing Home Care Compare files (processed 2026-03-01). Citations show the 3 most recent inspection cycles.