Total health inspections
6
Massachusetts average 4.5
Last Health inspection on Feb 2025
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Nursing Home
St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is the premiere nursing community in Boston. The nursing home is proud to be a results-driven rehabilitation center where families and residents are empowered to reach healthcare excellence. Considerably one of the best and most trusted nursing homes in the city, the five-star senior community houses its finest and most luxurious community features as management and staff ensure that everything is designed and catered to the needs of the individual resident. St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is an elegant resort-like community that boasts world-class hospitality.
The award-winning senior living community has taken home a list of accolades, contributing to the quality and dedicated service of the staff. There is an array of amenities and services offered to them– geriatric, rehabilitative care, and a list of engaging programs for residents to take part in.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
123
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
91.1%
Residents per day (avg)
113
Occupancy rate
91.1%
Residents per day (avg)
113
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
79% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
30 days
Private pay
20% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
11 - 12 months
Medicaid
1% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
33 years
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$21.2M
Operating loss
-$2.0M
Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$21,185,718.00
Operating loss
$-1,973,638.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$8.6M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$14.6M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$23.2M
35 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 83 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
225493
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Leadership
Contact:
Mr. Bill Johnson, Administrator
Staff Composition
Total Employees
240
Full-Time Employees
240
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
50
Citations per inspection
8.33
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
44 of 50 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 6 of 50 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 0.3
Serious Health citations
6
6
300% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 1.5
0 critical citations
6 serious citations
44 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Feb 05, 2025
Corrected
Nursing Services moderate citation
Feb 05, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Feb 05, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Feb 05, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
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The information below is reported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health.
St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
+15%
-1%
+11%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Dorchester (Dorchester)
123
83
LANDMARK HEALTH SOLUTIONS, LLC
91.1%
$21,116,407.00
$8,557,584.00
40.5%
112.90
3.9009
3
50
6
+15%-1%+11%
Edgar P. Benjamin Healthcare Center
+12%
-12%
-40%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Boston (Mission Hill)
164
82
FRANCIS, TONY
49.3%
$9,969,054.00
$7,307,712.00
73.3%
82
3.4531
1
32
2
+12%-12%-40%
Parkway Health & Rehabilitation Center
+1%
-19%
-10%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
West Roxbury (West Roxbury)
141
54
POURALI, SAEED
73.9%
$12,630,209.00
$5,887,709.00
46.6%
128.60
3.2013
4
94
5
+1%-19%-10%
Marian Manor Nursing Home
-26%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Boston (South Boston)
248
96
ANDERSON, KAHONEY
60.7%
$26,702,707.00
$8,074,575.00
30.2%
-
-
-
-
-
-
-26%
North End Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
-
-
100
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Dorchester (Dorchester)
Bed Count:
123
Operator:
LANDMARK HEALTH SOLUTIONS, LLC
CCN:
225493
Occupancy:
91.1%
Home Revenue:
$21,116,407.00
Payroll Costs:
$8,557,584.00
Payroll %:
40.5%
Avg Residents/Day:
112.90
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.9009
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
3
Citations:
50
Severe Citations:
6
RN share vs State Avg:
+15%
+15%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-1%
-1%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+11%
+11%
Edgar P. Benjamin Healthcare Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Boston (Mission Hill)
Bed Count:
164
Operator:
FRANCIS, TONY
CCN:
225654
Occupancy:
49.3%
Home Revenue:
$9,969,054.00
Payroll Costs:
$7,307,712.00
Payroll %:
73.3%
Avg Residents/Day:
82
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.4531
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
32
Severe Citations:
2
RN share vs State Avg:
+12%
+12%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-12%
-12%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-40%
-40%
Parkway Health & Rehabilitation Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
West Roxbury (West Roxbury)
Bed Count:
141
Operator:
POURALI, SAEED
CCN:
225497
Occupancy:
73.9%
Home Revenue:
$12,630,209.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,887,709.00
Payroll %:
46.6%
Avg Residents/Day:
128.60
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.2013
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
4
Citations:
94
Severe Citations:
5
RN share vs State Avg:
+1%
+1%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-19%
-19%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-10%
-10%
Marian Manor Nursing Home
Type of care:
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Community:
Boston (South Boston)
Bed Count:
248
Operator:
ANDERSON, KAHONEY
CCN:
225415
Occupancy:
60.7%
Home Revenue:
$26,702,707.00
Payroll Costs:
$8,074,575.00
Payroll %:
30.2%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-26%
-26%
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0.5 miles from city center — 3.06 miles to nearest hospital (Beth Israel Deaconess Hospitalu2013Milton)
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
161
Total Staff
150
Employees
11
Contractors
46,866
Total Hours (Quarter)
64
Avg Staff/Day
8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 24 | 8.9 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 21 | 9.6 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 70 | 7.9 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
6.8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
115 staff
8.4hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
7 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
21 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
1 staff
1hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
4 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
7 staff
6.6hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
4 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
0.7%
of total hours from contractors
312 contractor hours this quarter
Mental Health Service Worker: 2
Other Physician: 3
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 4
Qualified Activities Professional: 1
Medical Director: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 70 | 0 | 70 | 21,570 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 24 | 0 | 24 | 7,656 | 91 | 100% | 8.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 21 | 0 | 21 | 6,611 | 91 | 100% | 9.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,938 | 75 | 82% | 7.4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,482 | 71 | 78% | 7.8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,444 | 90 | 99% | 6.3 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,142 | 64 | 70% | 8.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,022 | 71 | 78% | 7.6 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 2 | 4 | 939 | 64 | 70% | 7.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 536 | 63 | 69% | 7.5 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 485 | 59 | 65% | 8.1 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 456 | 55 | 60% | 8.3 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 432 | 54 | 59% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 421 | 56 | 62% | 7.5 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 111 | 23 | 25% | 4.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 60 | 18 | 20% | 3.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 50 | 44 | 48% | 1.1 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 0 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 8 | 9% | 1 |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
109 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
10 residents (9.2%)
Medicaid
85 residents (78%)
Private pay or other
14 residents (12.8%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family Member Group
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Family Council
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
8.1
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
8.1
21% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 10.2
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
18.0
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
18.0
10% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 20.0
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
15.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
15.0%
20% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 18.7%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
12.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
12.8%
34% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 19.3%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
26.2%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
26.2%
19% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 22.1%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.0%
43% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 3.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.3%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.3%
36% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 4.7%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.6%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.6%
25% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 2.1%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.1%
21% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 5.2%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.7%
75% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 10.7%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
11.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
11.7%
42% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 20.3%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
82.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
82.3%
11% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 91.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
85.6%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
85.6%
10% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 94.8%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.07
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.07
11% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 1.86
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.68
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.68
56% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 1.54
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
80.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
80.3%
5% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 76.7%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 1.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
88.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
88.2%
13% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 77.7%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
26.1%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
26.1%
In line with Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 25.8%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
8.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
8.0%
32% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 11.8%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
62.3%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
62.3%
16% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
65.8%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
65.8%
30% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$138K
92% higher than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: $72K
Number of fines
3
75% more fines than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 1.7
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 0.1
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$138K
Massachusetts average
$72K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jul 8, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jul 8, 2024
$29K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Feb 9, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Feb 9, 2024
$53K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Feb 7, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Feb 7, 2023
$56K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
91.1%
↓ 1.5pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$1,973,638
↓ ~$1.6M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$10,201,401
↑ ~$1.3M vs 2022
Profit Margin
-9.4%
↓ 7.3pp vs 2022
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