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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified

Saugus Center

266 Lincoln Avenue · Saugus, MA 01906 · 80 certified beds

7812336830

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About Saugus Center

Saugus Center is a nursing home in Saugus, Massachusetts. Public records list 80 beds. Ownership records list a for-profit operator. It is Medicare certified. We hold 66 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 16 June 2025. CMS also lists 2 fine or payment denial actions against it. Reported staffing works out to 3.17 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 June 2026.

Public record

CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026

CMS designation

Special Focus Facility candidate (CMS)

CMS lists this nursing home on the monthly Special Focus Facility candidate list. Candidate status means the facility qualifies for possible selection into the Special Focus Facility program based on CMS criteria. It is a public CMS designation, not an ElderCareCosts rating. CMS Special Focus Facility program.

Source: CMS Provider Information.GOV

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-08-01.GOV

Staffing rating

3.0

Quality-measure rating

2.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

52

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-07-01.GOV

Staffing rating

3.0

Quality-measure rating

2.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

52

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026Q1.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025Q4.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-06-01.GOV

Staffing rating

2.0

Quality-measure rating

3.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

52

Inspection history (66)

Records from May 2023 to June 2025.

  • July 9, 2024 · D

    Citation F0684

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-09 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-09.GOV
  • July 9, 2024 · D

    Citation F0842

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-09 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 2024-07-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-09.GOV
  • July 9, 2024 · E

    Citation F0550

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-09 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2024-07-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-09.GOV
  • July 9, 2024 · D

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-09 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-09.GOV
  • July 9, 2024 · D

    Citation F0692

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-09 under CMS tag F0692 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-09.GOV
  • July 9, 2024 · D

    Citation F0691

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-09 under CMS tag F0691 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-09.GOV
  • July 9, 2024 · E

    Citation F0761

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-09 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-09.GOV
  • July 9, 2024 · D

    Citation F0578

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-09 under CMS tag F0578 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-09.GOV
  • July 9, 2024 · D

    Citation F0658

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-09 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 2024-07-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-09.GOV
  • July 9, 2024 · D

    Citation F0698

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-09 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 2024-07-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-09.GOV
  • April 1, 2024 · G

    Citation F0656

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-01 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual 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 2024-04-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-01.GOV
  • April 1, 2024 · G

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-01 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-01.GOV
  • May 1, 2023 · D

    Citation F0684

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-05-01 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-05-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-05-01.GOV
  • May 1, 2023 · D

    Citation F0677

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-05-01 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-05-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-05-01.GOV
  • May 1, 2023 · D

    Citation F0880

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-05-01 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-05-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-05-01.GOV
  • May 1, 2023 · D

    Citation F0699

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-05-01 under CMS tag F0699 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-05-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-05-01.GOV
  • May 1, 2023 · D

    Citation F0552

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-05-01 under CMS tag F0552 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-05-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-05-01.GOV
  • May 1, 2023 · B

    Citation F0623

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-05-01 under CMS tag F0623 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-05-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-05-01.GOV
  • May 1, 2023 · D

    Citation F0756

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-05-01 under CMS tag F0756 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-05-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-05-01.GOV
  • May 1, 2023 · D

    Citation F0804

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-05-01 under CMS tag F0804 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-05-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-05-01.GOV

Penalties (2)

Total fines on file: $65,946

  • June 16, 2025 · Fine

    Citation FINE-134139

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $56,407 against this nursing home on 2025-06-16 (Fine ID: 134139). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-06-16.GOV
  • April 1, 2024 · Fine

    Citation FINE-3784

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $9,539 against this nursing home on 2024-04-01 (Fine ID: 3784). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-01.GOV

Staffing

Latest: 3.17 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)

Staffing trend (5 periods)

  1. 2025Q43.21 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-013.21 hrs/resident/day
  3. 2026-07-013.17 hrs/resident/day
  4. 2026-08-013.17 hrs/resident/day
  5. 2026Q13.17 hrs/resident/day

Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.

Ownership

For profit - Limited Liability company

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  1. Jul 23, 2026First appeared in our data

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Typical cost

Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025

This provider doesn't publish a specific price to us. Below is the typical MA range for the care type(s) it offers. Use it as context, not a quote.

Nursing Homes

Median · MA$14,448/mo
See full MA cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025

Nearby alternatives

Other licensed providers in Saugus, with their own public records.

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Trust & methodology

Where this information came from

Each block below is one file we read, the date on that file, and the fields on this page that came from it. The date is when the source published or we retrieved it, not the day we last looked at this listing.

CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of June 2026
Staffing hours per resident day
CMS nursing homes (provider info)as of June 2026
Chain identifier, Chain name, City, CMS Special Focus status, County, Licensed capacity, Map location, Medicare certification number, Name, Ownership type, Phone number, State, Street address, ZIP code

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