Total health inspections
9
Massachusetts average 4.5
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
Mostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
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Watertown Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Overview of Watertown Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
The Watertown Rehabilitation and Nursing Center stands as a 163-bed haven of skilled nursing excellence. Its strategic location places it near both Cambridge and downtown Boston, granting residents easy access to a plethora of local conveniences and recreational offerings. The establishment offers private and semi-private rooms adorned with sweeping views that enhance the living experience.
Beyond the captivating vistas, the center boasts inviting meeting spaces, splendid outdoor patios, and generously proportioned dining areas. This carefully curated environment serves as an idyllic backdrop for recovery, fostering a sense of comfort and wellness. A registered dietitian is at the helm, ensuring comprehensive and tailored nutritional support. Among the services, palliative and hospice care, pain management, short-term rehab, and long-term care are seamlessly integrated, catering to a diverse spectrum of needs. Welcoming various insurance options, including Medicare, Medicaid, private pay, UHC One Care, and more, this establishment is committed to providing top-notch care that transcends expectations.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
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.
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
158
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
66.2%
Residents per day (avg)
124
Occupancy rate
66.2%
Residents per day (avg)
124
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care
Ongoing support needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
41% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
5% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
7 - 8 months
Medicaid
53% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 - 2 years
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$19.7M
Operating loss
-$639.8K
Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$19,743,960.00
Operating loss
$-639,809.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$6.0M
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.
$14.3M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$20.4M
Walk Score: 78 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Care Services
Accepts Medicaid
Accepts Medicare
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Skilled Nursing
Dining & Nutrition
Food Description
In-room and communal dining services available.
Types of Care at Watertown Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Skilled Nursing
Hospice Care
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
60
Massachusetts average 32.7
Citations per inspection
6.67
Massachusetts average 7.24
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
46 of 60 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 14 of 60 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
1
1
33% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 1.5
0 critical citations
1 serious citation
58 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Resident Rights moderate citation
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Aug 12, 2025
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Aug 12, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
May 06, 2025
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
May 06, 2025
Corrected
Administration moderate citation
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
May 06, 2025
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
May 06, 2025
Corrected
Environmental moderate citation
Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions.
May 06, 2025
Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions.
May 06, 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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HC
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3.3 miles from city center — 1.37 miles to nearest hospital (Franciscan Children's)
59 Coolidge Hill Rd, Watertown, MA 02472
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
174
Employees
78
Contractors
96
Staff to resident ratio
1.37:1
19% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average ratio: 1.70:1
Avg staff/day
56
Average shift
8.7 hours
10% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 7.9 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
44,283
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
41
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.7 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
29
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
65
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.8 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
13.2%
5,840 contractor hours this quarter
Registered Nurse: 34
Certified Nursing Assistant: 23
Licensed Practical Nurse: 16
Qualified Social Worker: 6
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 4
Physical Therapy Aide: 3
Speech Language Pathologist: 2
Nurse Practitioner: 2
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2
Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
Feeding Assistant: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 42 | 23 | 65 | 21,317 | 91 | 100% | 8.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 13 | 16 | 29 | 10,002 | 91 | 100% | 10 |
| Registered Nurse | 7 | 34 | 41 | 5,946 | 91 | 100% | 10.7 |
| Dietitian | 9 | 0 | 9 | 3,198 | 91 | 100% | 7.3 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 924 | 65 | 71% | 6.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 2 | 3 | 541 | 64 | 70% | 6.8 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 482 | 64 | 70% | 7.2 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 460 | 70 | 77% | 6.6 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 453 | 62 | 68% | 7.3 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 4 | 4 | 235 | 40 | 44% | 5.9 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 197 | 23 | 25% | 8.5 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 166 | 36 | 40% | 4.3 |
| Feeding Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 156 | 26 | 29% | 6 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 6 | 6 | 89 | 32 | 35% | 2.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 70 | 30 | 33% | 2.3 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 32 | 7 | 8% | 4.5 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 16 | 13 | 14% | 1.2 |
65 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
29 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
41 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
9 Dietitian
% of Days
100%
3 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
71%
3 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
70%
2 Administrator
% of Days
70%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
77%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
68%
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
44%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
25%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
40%
1 Feeding Assistant
% of Days
29%
6 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
35%
2 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
33%
1 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
8%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
14%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
127 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
3 residents (2.4%)
Medicaid
120 residents (94.5%)
Private pay or other
4 residents (3.1%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, 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.
10.2
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.2
In line with Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 10.2
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
18.1
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
18.1
9% 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
18.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
18.0%
In line with Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 18.7%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
22.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
22.3%
15% worse 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
14.0%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
14.0%
36% better than 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
4.0%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.0%
14% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 4.7%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.4%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.4%
80% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 2.1%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.8%
13% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 5.2%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
87.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
87.3%
717% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 10.7%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
33.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
33.3%
64% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 20.3%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.5%
5% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 91.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.2%
5% better than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 94.8%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.69
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.69
45% 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.
3.98
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.98
158% worse 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
79.6%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
79.6%
In line with Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 76.7%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.3%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.3%
In line with Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 1.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
82.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
82.8%
7% 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.
27.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
27.8%
8% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 25.8%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
18.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
18.3%
55% worse than Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: 11.8%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
1.5%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
1.5%
91% worse 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.
34.9%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
34.9%
35% worse 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.
48.7%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
48.7%
In line with 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
$69K
In line with Massachusetts averageMassachusetts average: $72K
Number of fines
2
17% 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
$69K
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.
Aug 28, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Aug 28, 2024
$56K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Mar 20, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Mar 20, 2023
$13K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Watertown Rehabilitation and Nursing Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
66.2%
↓ 3.7pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$639,809
↑ ~$4.5M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$7,657,541
↓ ~$276K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-3.3%
↑ 21.0pp vs 2022
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