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Southshore Health Care Center, Rockland, MA: 1 star rating, fined $26,395 across 1 fine

Southshore Health Care Center in Rockland, MA is owned by Athena Health Care Systems Ma LLC, is rated 1 of 5 stars by Medicare, and was fined $26,395 across 1 fine in the three years to October 1, 2026. CMS lists 48 health citations from inspections in that time, the latest survey on April 13, 2026, and 1 of them found actual harm or immediate jeopardy.

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Address
115 North Avenue, Rockland, MA 02370
Overall rating
1 of 5 stars
Health inspection rating
1 of 5
Staffing rating
3 of 5
Quality measure rating
4 of 5
Certified beds
96
Residents per day
86 on average
Ownership type
For profit, corporation
Legal business name
Southshore Ma SNF LLC
Chain
Athena Healthcare Systems, 19 facilities
Fines
$26,395 across 1 fine, three years to October 1, 2026
Payment denials
0
Health citations
48, of which 1 with actual harm or immediate jeopardy
Latest survey
April 13, 2026
CMS Certification Number
225215
On Care Compare
Medicare Care Compare

Fines and payment denials

Every fine and payment denial CMS lists for this facility in the three years, newest first.

DateTypeFine amountDenial startsDenial daysSource
March 19, 2024Fine$26,395Not listeddata.cms.gov

Recent health citations

Citations from health inspections, newest first.

Survey dateTagWhat CMS citedScope and severityStatusCorrected onSource
April 13, 2026F740Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 15, 2026data.cms.gov
April 13, 2026F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 15, 2026data.cms.gov
April 13, 2026F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 15, 2026data.cms.gov
April 13, 2026F576Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmPast noncomplianceMarch 10, 2026data.cms.gov
April 13, 2026F573Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 15, 2026data.cms.gov
January 28, 2026F761Ensure 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: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 28, 2026data.cms.gov
August 27, 2025F925Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 3, 2025data.cms.gov
August 27, 2025F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 3, 2025data.cms.gov
August 27, 2025F814Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 3, 2025data.cms.gov
August 27, 2025F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 3, 2025data.cms.gov
August 27, 2025F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 3, 2025data.cms.gov
August 27, 2025F761Ensure 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: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 3, 2025data.cms.gov
August 27, 2025F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 3, 2025data.cms.gov
August 27, 2025F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 3, 2025data.cms.gov
August 27, 2025F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 3, 2025data.cms.gov
August 27, 2025F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 3, 2025data.cms.gov
August 27, 2025F640Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.B: pattern, minimal harm potentialNo revisit neededOctober 3, 2025data.cms.gov
August 27, 2025F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 3, 2025data.cms.gov
August 27, 2025F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 3, 2025data.cms.gov
August 27, 2025F607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 3, 2025data.cms.gov
August 27, 2025F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 3, 2025data.cms.gov
August 27, 2025F565Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 3, 2025data.cms.gov
August 27, 2025F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 3, 2025data.cms.gov
March 18, 2025F557Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmPast noncomplianceFebruary 27, 2025data.cms.gov
December 9, 2024F761Ensure 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: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 15, 2025data.cms.gov
December 9, 2024F555Honor the resident's right to choose his or her attending physician.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 15, 2025data.cms.gov
September 23, 2024F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 25, 2024data.cms.gov
June 27, 2024F925Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 11, 2024data.cms.gov
June 27, 2024F887Educate 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 11, 2024data.cms.gov
June 27, 2024F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 11, 2024data.cms.gov
June 27, 2024F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 11, 2024data.cms.gov
June 27, 2024F757Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 11, 2024data.cms.gov
June 27, 2024F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 11, 2024data.cms.gov
June 27, 2024F698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 11, 2024data.cms.gov
June 27, 2024F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 11, 2024data.cms.gov
June 27, 2024F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 11, 2024data.cms.gov
June 27, 2024F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 11, 2024data.cms.gov
June 27, 2024F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 11, 2024data.cms.gov
June 27, 2024F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 11, 2024data.cms.gov
June 27, 2024F607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 11, 2024data.cms.gov
June 27, 2024F584Honor 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 11, 2024data.cms.gov
June 27, 2024F565Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 11, 2024data.cms.gov
June 27, 2024F557Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 11, 2024data.cms.gov
June 27, 2024F552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 11, 2024data.cms.gov
June 27, 2024F551Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 11, 2024data.cms.gov
June 27, 2024F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 11, 2024data.cms.gov
March 19, 2024F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedApril 16, 2024data.cms.gov
March 19, 2024F551Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 16, 2024data.cms.gov

Owners and managers

Organizations CMS lists as owners or managers of this facility, as CMS names them. CMS also lists 5 individual or personal trusts (3 owners, 1 managers, 1 officers, directors or trustees). Their names are not shown on this page.

OrganizationRoleShareSinceSource
Athena Health Care Systems Ma LLCDirect owner100%December 1, 2010data.cms.gov
Athena Health Care Associates, Inc.Operational or managerial controlNot listedNovember 5, 1993data.cms.gov

Also on SpecStream

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