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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
140 Prescott Street · North Andover, MA 01845 · 126 certified beds
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Prescott House is a nursing home in North Andover, Massachusetts, in Essex County. Its reported capacity is 126 beds. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. It is recorded as a for-profit operator, part of Best Care Services. Our copy of the inspection record holds 38 citations, the newest dated 21 January 2026. Federal enforcement records add 1 fine or payment denial action. Staffing reports put it at 3.59 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
21
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
21
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
21
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Records from January 2024 to January 2026.
January 21, 2026 · D
Citation F0686Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-21 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 21, 2026 · D
Citation F0690Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-21 under CMS tag F0690 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 21, 2026 · G
Citation F0773Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-21 under CMS tag F0773 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 21, 2026 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-21 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 21, 2026 · D
Citation F0580Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-21 under CMS tag F0580 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 21, 2026 · D
Citation F0585Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-21 under CMS tag F0585 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 21, 2026 · D
Citation F0694Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-21 under CMS tag F0694 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 21, 2026 · D
Citation F0842Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-21 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
November 25, 2025 · D
Citation F0550Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-25 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
November 25, 2025 · D
Citation F0607Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-25 under CMS tag F0607 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-07. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
November 17, 2025 · D
Citation F0755Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-17 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
November 17, 2025 · D
Citation F0770Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-17 under CMS tag F0770 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 23, 2025 · E
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-23 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 23, 2025 · E
Citation F0584Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-23 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 23, 2025 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-23 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 23, 2025 · D
Citation F0676Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-23 under CMS tag F0676 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 23, 2025 · E
Citation F0919Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-23 under CMS tag F0919 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 23, 2025 · D
Citation F0698Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-23 under CMS tag F0698 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 23, 2025 · D
Citation F0842Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-23 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 23, 2025 · E
Citation F0909Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-23 under CMS tag F0909 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $15,935
January 21, 2026 · Fine
Citation FINE-138706CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $15,935 against this nursing home on 2026-01-21 (Fine ID: 138706). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
Latest: 3.59 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
For profit
CMS Care Compare chain: Best Care Services
Chain ID 583 · 10 facilities in chain (CMS)
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
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Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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