Federal nursing home survey record · CMS-certified nursing home· Not a state assisted-living licensing record
ROYAL BRAINTREE NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER
BRAINTREE, MA · 204 certified beds · Last Life Safety survey February 11, 2026
CMS Certification Number 225058 · first certified January 1967
Ownership
Operated by ROYAL HEALTH GROUP · For profit - Limited Liability company
No change of ownership on CMS record since January 1, 2016, when the records begin.
Position within MA
23 citations — more than 87% of the 341 certified nursing homes in MA. Compared within MA rather than nationally because which state a facility is in explains about 30% of the variation in citation counts between facilities, while bed count explains under 1%. State survey agencies differ far more than the buildings do. How this is calculated
The latest survey found 7 citations; the earlier surveys in the window averaged 8. With 3 surveys on file this is a direction of travel, not a conclusion.
When is the next survey likely?
The window opens February 2027 — about 4 months from now. This facility’s last Life Safety survey was February 2026. Facilities in MA are typically surveyed 12–15 months after the last one (median 13), measured over 556 consecutive surveys in the last two years of CMS records.
A range the record supports, not a prediction of a date. State agencies vary widely — from about 11 months in Pennsylvania to three years in Maryland. How the window is measured
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Emergency preparedness
4 of the 23 citations on file are Emergency Preparedness E-tags. E-tags are cited under 42 CFR §483.73 and concern the emergency plan, training, drills, communications and supplies. Nationally about half of certified facilities have at least one. The Emergency Preparedness Index
Physical environment (health survey)
3 physical-environment citations on the health survey. Cited by the health surveyors under Appendix PP, not the Life Safety Code surveyor: equipment in safe operating condition, the call system, bed rails, pest control, hazards, the environment. Counted separately from the 23 Life Safety citations above. The Physical Environment Index
- F-0689 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
- F-0584 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.
- F-0880 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
How that compares
Compared with the median facility in MA, and nationally. Surveyors differ markedly between states, so the MA figure is the meaningful one.
| Measure | Citations |
|---|---|
| This facility | 23 |
| Median facility in MA | 11 |
| Median facility nationally | 11 |
Survey history
| Survey date | Citations |
|---|---|
| August 3, 2023 | 2 |
| November 15, 2024 | 14 |
| February 11, 2026 | 7 |
Most-cited tags
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Times cited | Last cited |
|---|---|---|---|
| K-0161 | Use approved construction type or materials. | 3 | 2026-02-11 |
| K-0211 | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | 3 | 2026-02-11 |
| K-0321 | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | 2 | 2026-02-11 |
| K-0541 | Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes. | 2 | 2026-02-11 |
| K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | 1 | 2026-02-11 |
| K-0324 | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | 1 | 2024-11-15 |
| K-0311 | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. | 1 | 2026-02-11 |
| E-0015 | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. | 1 | 2024-11-15 |
What the citations cover
- Smoke Deficiencies 7
- Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies 4
- Egress Deficiencies 3
- Services Deficiencies 3
- Other 6
| Category | Citations |
|---|---|
| Smoke Deficiencies | 7 |
| Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | 4 |
| Egress Deficiencies | 3 |
| Services Deficiencies | 3 |
| Construction Deficiencies | 3 |
| Miscellaneous Deficiencies | 2 |
| Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | 1 |
Every citation on file
As published by CMS, newest survey first. Descriptions are CMS’s own wording.
February 11, 2026 — 7 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0161 | Use approved construction type or materials. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 17, 2026) |
| K-0211 | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 17, 2026) |
| K-0311 | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 17, 2026) |
| K-0321 | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 17, 2026) |
| K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 14, 2026) |
| K-0521 | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 17, 2026) |
| K-0541 | Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 17, 2026) |
November 15, 2024 — 14 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| E-0009 | Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 17, 2025) |
| E-0015 | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 17, 2025) |
| E-0026 | Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 17, 2025) |
| E-0032 | Provide primary/alternate means for communication. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 17, 2025) |
| K-0161 | Use approved construction type or materials. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (February 10, 2025) |
| K-0211 | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 17, 2025) |
| K-0321 | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 17, 2025) |
| K-0324 | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 17, 2025) |
| K-0363 | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 17, 2025) |
| K-0374 | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 17, 2025) |
| K-0541 | Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 17, 2025) |
| K-0712 | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 17, 2025) |
| K-0761 | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 17, 2025) |
| K-0918 | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 17, 2025) |
August 3, 2023 — 2 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0161 | Use approved construction type or materials. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (August 25, 2023) |
| K-0211 | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (August 25, 2023) |
Reflects the CMS posting of August 1, 2026. Surveys conducted in the last few months may not appear yet.