Total health inspections
3
Massachusetts average 4.5
Last Health inspection on Dec 2024
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Nursing Home
Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Nursing Home
Overview of Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Boasting a reputation for excellent rehabilitation and skilled nursing services, Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a renowned senior care provider in Stoneham, MA. Residents here are provided with an excellent care team that offers a wide array of services, including round the clock supervision, physical, occupational and speech therapies. Comfortable accommodations and state-of-the-art technology is available to ensure residents have access to the tools they need to recover or maintain their overall well-being.
Residents feel right at home and comfortable as they recover with various amenities, such as a cozy lounge, pub, gazebo, and salon offered. An array of stimulating activities are available as well to help residents stay active, engaged, and stimulated. Here, residents are guaranteed to maintain the lifestyle they want with all the conveniences they need to live with comfort and ease.
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
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
89.4%
Residents per day (avg)
141
Occupancy rate
89.4%
Residents per day (avg)
141
Who this home usually serves
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TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
62% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
24 days
Private pay
27% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 - 3 months
Medicaid
12% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 years
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$25.2M
Operating loss
-$250.7K
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$25,234,620.00
Operating loss
$-250,653.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$9.5M
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.
$15.9M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$25.5M
43 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 40 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Additional licensing details
Accreditations:
CARF-accredited
Awards:
Best Nursing Homes in America by U.S. News and World Report for each of the last five years.
Safety & Compliance
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Leadership
Contact:
Mr. Stephen Buckley, Administrator
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Short-Term Rehab
All Levels of Care
Additional Policies & Features
Pets Allowed
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Subacute Rehab, Long-Term Care, Orthopedic Rehab, Cardiac Recovery, Pulmonary Care, Stroke Recovery, Wound Care, Respite Care
Religious Services
Yes
Dining & Nutrition
Food Description
Quality dining is a hallmark of Bear Hill, focusing on providing well-prepared meals in an attractive atmosphere.
What does this home offer?
Accept Medicaid: Yes, Accept
Total Residents: 169 Residents
Building Type: 2-story
Types of Care at Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
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The information below is reported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health.
Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
-34%
-7%
+9%
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
Stoneham
169
No
A+
40
GESTETNER, COLEV
89.4%
$23,364,255.00
$9,543,300.00
40.8%
140.90
3.6398
1
34
2
-34%-7%+9%
Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Type of care:
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Community:
Stoneham
Bed Count:
169
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
GESTETNER, COLEV
CCN:
225272
Occupancy:
89.4%
Home Revenue:
$23,364,255.00
Payroll Costs:
$9,543,300.00
Payroll %:
40.8%
Avg Residents/Day:
140.90
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.6398
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
34
Severe Citations:
2
RN share vs State Avg:
-34%
-34%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-7%
-7%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+9%
+9%Places of interest near Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
1.5 miles from city center
11 North St, Stoneham, MA 02180
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
200
Total Staff
178
Employees
22
Contractors
61,739
Total Hours (Quarter)
79
Avg Staff/Day
8.6
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 17 | 8.1 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 40 | 9.8 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 99 | 8.8 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
157 staff
9hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
4 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
22 staff
6.8hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
3 staff
6.5hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
10 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
3 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
3.6%
of total hours from contractors
2,231 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 8
Licensed Practical Nurse: 11
Registered Nurse: 3
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 91 | 8 | 99 | 31,668 | 91 | 100% | 8.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 29 | 11 | 40 | 15,104 | 91 | 100% | 9.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 14 | 3 | 17 | 4,154 | 91 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 9 | 0 | 9 | 2,379 | 91 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,644 | 91 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,325 | 66 | 73% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 6 | 0 | 6 | 927 | 87 | 96% | 6.1 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 869 | 64 | 70% | 7.7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 691 | 69 | 76% | 7.1 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 628 | 68 | 75% | 6.2 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 449 | 55 | 60% | 8.2 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 431 | 59 | 65% | 7.3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 429 | 57 | 63% | 6.5 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
34
Citations per inspection
11.33
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 34 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 0.3
Serious Health citations
2
2
33% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 1.5
0 critical citations
2 serious citations
30 moderate citations
2 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation
Dec 19, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Dec 19, 2024
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Dec 19, 2024
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Dec 19, 2024
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.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit Partnership
Resident Census by Payment Source
151
Total Residents
Medicare
24
(15.9%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
65
(43%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
62
(41.1%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
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.
6.1
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
6.1
41% 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.
14.1
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
14.1
29% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 20.0
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
8.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
8.1%
57% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 18.7%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
11.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
11.5%
40% 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
22.8%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
22.8%
In line with Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 22.1%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.6%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.6%
83% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 3.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.9%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.9%
28% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 4.7%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.9%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.9%
58% 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
27.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
27.7%
159% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 10.7%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
16.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
16.9%
16% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 20.3%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.4%
8% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 91.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.3%
5% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 94.8%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.03
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.03
9% 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.
1.00
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.00
35% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 1.54
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
92.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
92.0%
20% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 76.7%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.8%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.8%
34% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 1.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
92.1%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
92.1%
18% 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.
29.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
29.8%
16% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 25.8%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
6.9%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
6.9%
42% 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.
68.7%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
68.7%
28% 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.
57.9%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
57.9%
14% 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
$16K
78% lower than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: $72K
Number of fines
1
42% fewer 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
$16K
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.
Dec 14, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Dec 14, 2023
$16K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
89.4%
↑ 14.7pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$250,653
↓ ~$511K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$11,285,289
↑ ~$1.4M vs 2022
Profit Margin
-1.1%
↓ 2.5pp vs 2022
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