The Vardell Report.Maplewood Center

Across 5 inspections from June 2024 to April 2026, state surveyors documented 61 findings at Maplewood Center; 61 have a recorded correction; CMS lists 2 enforcement actions in the window.

Inspections

5

2024–2026, standard and complaint

Findings

61

Deficiencies cited by state inspectors

Corrected

61

Of 61 findings, with a recorded correction date

Penalties

2

2 fines; payment not published

Every inspection in the record window, newest first. A finding is a deficiency an inspector cited. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.

1. Apr 232026

   Standard health inspection

   7 findings

   • F727Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 15, 2026
   • F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 15, 2026
   • F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 15, 2026
   • F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 15, 2026
   • F698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 15, 2026
   • F770Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 15, 2026
   • F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 15, 2026

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

2. Jun 52025

   Standard health inspection

   26 findings

   • F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Level HActual harmCorrected Jul 15, 2025
   • F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 15, 2025
   • F726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 15, 2025
   • F727Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 15, 2025
   • F730Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 15, 2025
   • F835Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 15, 2025
   • F838Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 15, 2025
   • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 15, 2025
   • F881Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 15, 2025
   • F882Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 15, 2025
   • F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 15, 2025
   • F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 15, 2025
   • F761Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 15, 2025
   • F867Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 15, 2025
   • F887Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 15, 2025
   • F947Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 15, 2025
   • F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 15, 2025
   • F655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedLevel DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 15, 2025
   • F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 15, 2025
   • F676Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 15, 2025
   • F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 15, 2025
   • F712Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 15, 2025
   • F740Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 15, 2025
   • F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 15, 2025
   • F582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.Level BPotential for minimal harmCorrected Jul 15, 2025
   • F732Post nurse staffing information every day.Level BPotential for minimal harmCorrected Jul 15, 2025

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

3. May 82025

   Complaint investigation

   3 findings

   • F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 21, 2025
   • F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 21, 2025
   • F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 21, 2025

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

4. Feb 262025

   Complaint investigation

   1 finding

   • F607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 31, 2025

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

5. Jun 132024

   Standard health inspection

   24 findings

   • F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Level GActual harmCorrected Jun 17, 2024
   • F607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.Level GActual harmCorrected Jun 17, 2024
   • F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Level GActual harmCorrected Jun 17, 2024
   • F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Level GActual harmCorrected Jun 17, 2024
   • F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 17, 2024
   • F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 17, 2024
   • F865Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 17, 2024
   • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 17, 2024
   • F881Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 17, 2024
   • F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 17, 2024
   • F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 17, 2024
   • F727Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 17, 2024
   • F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 17, 2024
   • F565Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 17, 2024
   • F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 17, 2024
   • F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 17, 2024
   • F685Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 17, 2024
   • F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 17, 2024
   • F693Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 17, 2024
   • F758Implement 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 17, 2024
   • F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 17, 2024
   • F761Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 17, 2024
   • F791Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 17, 2024
   • F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 17, 2024

   Enforcement Action

   Civil money penalty, $62,853 imposed June 13, 2024. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of June 13, 2024, the nearest before the penalty date.

   Enforcement Action

   Civil money penalty, $163,592 imposed May 8, 2025. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of June 13, 2024, the nearest before the penalty date.

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

Severity levels follow the CMS scope and severity grid. A–C: potential for minimal harm. D–F: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. G–I: actual harm. J–L: immediate jeopardy.

A repeated citation can merit attention, but context and corrective action must be reviewed before drawing a conclusion.

1. 1

   Citation F727, Cited in Three Inspections

   Inspectors cited F727 in June 2024, June 2025 and April 2026. The agency describes it this way: Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. None rose above level F (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2425252526F727 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
2. 2

   Kitchen and Food Safety, Cited in Three Inspections

   Inspectors cited F812 in June 2024, May 2025 and April 2026. This citation covers how food is stored, prepared and served. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2425252526F812 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
3. 3

   Citation F607, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F607 in June 2024 and February 2025. The agency describes it this way: Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. The most serious of these was recorded at level G (actual harm). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2425252526F607 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
4. 4

   Accurate Assessments, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F641 in June 2024 and June 2025. This citation covers whether each resident’s assessment correctly records their condition. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2425252526F641 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
5. 5

   Care Plans, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F656 in June 2024 and June 2025. This citation covers whether each resident has a written care plan that meets their needs, with goals that can be measured. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2425252526F656 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
6. 6

   Professional Standards, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F658 in June 2024 and June 2025. This citation covers whether the home’s services meet professional standards of quality. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2425252526F658 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
7. 7

   Pressure Injury Care, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F686 in June 2024 and June 2025. This citation covers how the home prevents and treats pressure injuries (bedsores). The most serious of these was recorded at level H (actual harm). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2425252526F686 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
8. 8

   Respiratory Care, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F695 in June 2025 and April 2026. This citation covers oxygen, breathing treatments and other respiratory care. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2425252526F695 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
9. 9

   Nursing Staff Levels, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F725 in June 2024 and June 2025. This citation covers whether there are enough nurses and aides to meet residents’ needs, with a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. None rose above level F (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2425252526F725 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
10. 10

    Citation F756, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F756 in June 2024 and June 2025. The agency describes it this way: Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2425252526F756 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
11. 11

    Medication Labeling and Storage, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F761 in June 2024 and June 2025. This citation covers how drugs are labeled and kept locked, including controlled drugs. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2425252526F761 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
12. 12

    Food Quality and Temperature, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F804 in June 2024 and May 2025. This citation covers whether food and drink are palatable, attractive and served at a safe temperature. None rose above level F (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2425252526F804 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
13. 13

    Medical Records, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F842 in May 2025 and April 2026. This citation covers whether resident records are complete, accurate and kept confidential. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2425252526F842 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
14. 14

    Infection Control, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F880 in June 2024 and June 2025. This citation covers hand hygiene, isolation practice and the home’s infection-prevention program. None rose above level F (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2425252526F880 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest
15. 15

    Antibiotic Use, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F881 in June 2024 and June 2025. This citation covers the home’s program for monitoring antibiotic use. None rose above level F (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2425252526F881 across all 5 inspections, oldest to newest

Bring these to the tour. Each one comes from something in the record; the reason is under the question.

1. 01

   What changed after F727 was cited, and how do you check it now?

   Citation F727: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level F.

2. 02

   May we see the kitchen, and what do your own sanitation checks look like week to week?

   Kitchen and Food Safety: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level E.

3. 03

   What changed after F607 was cited, and how do you check it now?

   Citation F607: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level G.

4. 04

   Who completes resident assessments, and how are they checked for accuracy?

   Accurate Assessments: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

5. 05

   How is a care plan written and reviewed here, and how do families take part in it?

   Care Plans: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

6. 06

   How do you check that nurses and aides follow professional standards, and what happens when they do not?

   Professional Standards: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

7. 07

   How often are residents checked for pressure injuries and repositioned, and who is responsible for it?

   Pressure Injury Care: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level H.

8. 08

   Who manages oxygen and breathing treatments on each shift, and how is the equipment checked?

   Respiratory Care: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

9. 09

   How many nurses and aides are on each shift, including nights and weekends, for the unit we are considering?

   Nursing Staff Levels: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level F.

10. 10

    What changed after F756 was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation F756: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

11. 11

    How are medications stored and secured, and who checks the medication carts?

    Medication Labeling and Storage: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

12. 12

    May we try a meal, and how do you check food temperature by the time it reaches residents?

    Food Quality and Temperature: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level F.

13. 13

    How can a family request a resident’s records, and how are they kept accurate?

    Medical Records: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

14. 14

    Who leads infection control here, and how often are hand-hygiene and isolation practices audited?

    Infection Control: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level F.

15. 15

    How do you track antibiotic use and decide when one is needed?

    Antibiotic Use: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level F.

16. 16

    What led to the 2025 fine, and has it been paid?

    A $163,592 civil money penalty was imposed May 8, 2025. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. The record holds two enforcement actions in the window.

Inspection results and penalties are published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services from surveys conducted by the Massachusetts state survey agency.

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  Massachusetts state survey agency

  Inspection Jun 13, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  Massachusetts state survey agency

  Inspection Feb 26, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  Massachusetts state survey agency

  Inspection May 8, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  Massachusetts state survey agency

  Inspection Jun 5, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  Massachusetts state survey agency

  Inspection Apr 23, 2026 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Penalties, Provider Data Catalog

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

  Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Provider Information, Provider Data Catalog

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services · 225229

  Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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