CARE ONE AT LEXINGTON
178 LOWELL STREET, LEXINGTON, MA 02420 · CCN 225288
Ratings
- Overall
- ★★☆☆☆ 2
- Health inspection
- ★★☆☆☆ 2
- Quality measures
- ★★★★☆ 4
- Staffing
- ★★★★☆ 4
Facility
- Ownership type
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Certified beds
- 211
- Avg residents/day
- 139.3
- Phone
- 6179018365
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 | 2024-12-30 | 22 | 8.9 | 9.5 | +13.1 worse |
| 2 | 2024-01-11 | 10 | 10.0 | 9.8 | at state average |
| 3 | 2022-12-12 | 7 | 12.7 | 9.3 | -5.7 better |
Cycle 1 deficiencies by category
| Category | Deficiencies |
|---|---|
| Quality of life and care | 4 |
| Resident assessment and care planning | 4 |
| Nursing and physician services | 2 |
| Resident rights | 2 |
| Nutrition and dietary | 2 |
| Pharmacy service | 4 |
| Environmental | 1 |
| Administration | 2 |
| Infection control | 1 |
Staffing (hours per resident per day)
| Metric | This facility | Turnover |
|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing (reported) | 3.73 | 16.7% |
| RN staffing (reported) | 0.85 | 28.6% |
| Total nurse staffing (adjusted) | 3.49 | — |
Fines & penalties
- Total fines
- $51,765
- Number of fines
- 1
- Number of penalties
- 1
- Payment denials
- 0
Chain
- Chain
- CAREONE
- Facilities in chain
- 37
- Chain avg overall
- 3.40 / 5
Inspection citations (39)1 actual harm
- DF0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.2024-12-30 · Health · corrected 2025-02-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0584Honor 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.2024-12-30 · Health · corrected 2025-02-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.2024-12-30 · Health · corrected 2025-02-03
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.2024-12-30 · Health · corrected 2025-02-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.2024-12-30 · Health · corrected 2025-02-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.2024-12-30 · Health · corrected 2025-02-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.2024-12-30 · Health · corrected 2025-02-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.2024-12-30 · Health · corrected 2025-02-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.2024-12-30 · Health · corrected 2025-02-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.2024-12-30 · Health · corrected 2025-02-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- CF0732Post nurse staffing information every day.2024-12-30 · Health · corrected 2025-02-03
Potential for minimal harm
- DF0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.2024-12-30 · Health · corrected 2025-02-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.2024-12-30 · Health · corrected 2025-02-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.2024-12-30 · Health · corrected 2025-02-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0761Ensure 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.2024-12-30 · Health · corrected 2025-02-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0770Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.2024-12-30 · Health · corrected 2025-02-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.2024-12-30 · Health · corrected 2025-02-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2024-12-30 · Health · corrected 2025-02-03
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.2024-12-30 · Health · corrected 2025-02-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- BF0844Follow rules about disclosure of ownership requirements and tell the state agency about changes in ownership and/or administrative personnel.2024-12-30 · Health · corrected 2025-02-03
Potential for minimal harm
- EF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2024-12-30 · Health · corrected 2025-02-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0924Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways.2024-12-30 · Health · corrected 2025-02-03
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.2024-01-11 · Health · corrected 2023-11-06
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.2024-01-11 · Health · corrected 2024-02-06
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.2024-01-11 · Health · corrected 2024-02-06
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.2024-01-11 · Health · corrected 2024-02-06
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0685Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.2024-01-11 · Health · corrected 2024-02-06
Potential for more than minimal harm
- GF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2024-01-11 · Health · corrected 2024-02-06
Actual harm
- DF0692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.2024-01-11 · Health · corrected 2024-02-06
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0699Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.2024-01-11 · Health · corrected 2024-02-06
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0761Ensure 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.2024-01-11 · Health · corrected 2024-02-06
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0825Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.2024-01-11 · Health · corrected 2024-02-06
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.2024-01-11 · Health · corrected 2024-02-06
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.2022-12-12 · Health · corrected 2023-01-05
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0554Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.2022-12-12 · Health · corrected 2023-01-05
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0604Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.2022-12-12 · Health · corrected 2023-01-05
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.2022-12-12 · Health · corrected 2023-01-05
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0761Ensure 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.2022-12-12 · Health · corrected 2023-01-05
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2022-12-12 · Health · corrected 2023-01-05
Potential for more than minimal harm
Ownership
| Owner | Type | Role | Percent | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STRAUS, DANIEL | Individual | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 55% | 2003-07-01 |
| CARE REALTY, LLC | Organization | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | — | 2002-04-30 |
| DES 2009 FAMILY TRUST | Organization | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | — | 2021-12-01 |
| STRAUS, MOSHAEL | Individual | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | — | 2003-07-01 |
| HEALTHBRIDGE MANAGEMENT LLC | Organization | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2003-07-01 |
| BARUCH, DAVID | Individual | CORPORATE OFFICER | — | 2021-12-01 |
| THCI OF MASSACHUSETTS, LLC | Organization | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | — | 2003-07-01 |
| BARUCH, DAVID | Individual | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | — | 2021-12-01 |
Other facilities in LEXINGTON
| Name | Overall | Beds |
|---|---|---|
| BROOKHAVEN AT LEXINGTON | ★★★★★ | 49 |
| Pine Knoll Nursing Center | — | 81 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing Home Care Compare files (processed 2026-03-01). Citations show the 3 most recent inspection cycles.