John Scott House Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
233 Middle Street · Braintree, MA · 02184 · 7818431860
138 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Banecare Management
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.64 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.65 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.27 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 37% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (24 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2026 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected November 30, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected November 30, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 2, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected May 2, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E April 2, 2025
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.
Corrected May 16, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 2, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected May 2, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 2, 2025
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Corrected May 2, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D April 2, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected May 16, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D April 2, 2025
Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways.
Corrected April 10, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected August 10, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 30, 2024
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected May 31, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 30, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 24, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E April 30, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected May 24, 2024 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G December 30, 2022
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 6, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G December 30, 2022
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected February 6, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 30, 2022
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected February 6, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 30, 2022
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected February 6, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 30, 2022
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected February 6, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E December 30, 2022
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected February 6, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 30, 2022
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 6, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 30, 2022
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Corrected February 6, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 30, 2022
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected February 6, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 30, 2022
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.
Corrected February 6, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E December 30, 2022
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 6, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E December 30, 2022
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 6, 2023 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 225054 · certified since January 1, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.