Meadow Green Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
45 Woburn Street · Waltham, MA · 02453 · 7818998600
123 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $9,318 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.06 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.67 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.86 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 43% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $195,559 |
Inspection citations (57 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected April 8, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2025
Honor 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.
Corrected April 8, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 27, 2025
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected April 8, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected April 8, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected April 8, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2025
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected April 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected April 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2025
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected April 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 27, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected April 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected April 8, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E February 27, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 8, 2025 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G October 15, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 5, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 15, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected November 4, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Actual harm · H March 13, 2024
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected April 23, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E March 13, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected May 16, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2024
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected April 23, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2024
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected April 23, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2024
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected April 23, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F March 13, 2024
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected April 23, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2024
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected May 15, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2024
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.
Corrected April 23, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2024
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected April 23, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected April 23, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E March 13, 2024
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected April 23, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2024
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected April 23, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 15, 2024 | Fine | $9,318 |
| March 13, 2024 | Fine | $186,241 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 225440 · certified since July 1, 1990. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.