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Royal Cape Cod Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (BUZZARDS BAY, Massachusetts)

8 LEWIS POINT ROAD, BUZZARDS BAY, Massachusetts 02532

Phone: 5087595752

CMS Overall:3/5

Overview & Bed Count

Certified Beds
99
Avg Residents/Day
93
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Barnstable
Sprinkler Systems
Partial
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No

CMS Star Ratings

Overall3/5
Health3/5
Staffing2/5
Quality3/5

Nurse Staffing Check

MetricThis FacilityMassachusetts AvgDifference
RN Hours per Resident per Day0.450.66-0.21
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day3.373.94-0.57
CMS Staffing Rating2/53.1/5-
Nursing Staff Turnover34.9%37.6%-

Health Citation History

16 health citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2026-01-20Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesPrevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-01-20Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-01-20Resident Rights DeficienciesReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-01-20Resident Rights DeficienciesImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-01-20Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-01-20Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure 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.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-07-15Nursing and Physician Services DeficienciesEnsure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-07-15Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-04-01Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors.G – Actual Harm
2023-11-21Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-11-21Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesEnsure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-11-21Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-11-21Resident Rights DeficienciesImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-11-21Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-11-21Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-11-21Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure 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.D – Moderate Harm Potential

Fire Safety Citation History

3 fire safety citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2025-01-30Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesAddress patient/client population and determine types of services needed.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-01-30Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesEstablish policies and procedures including evacuation.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-01-30Miscellaneous DeficienciesProvide a written emergency evacuation plan.F – Moderate Harm Potential

Total Penalties & Fines

$9,004
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
1
Number of Fines
1
Total Penalties
DateTypeFine AmountPayment Denial
2025-04-01Fine$9,004-

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