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The Gardens at Cedarwood, Franklin, MA: 3 star rating, fined $7,596 across 3 fines

The Gardens at Cedarwood in Franklin, MA is run by Legal Business Name Not Available, with no owner listed in the CMS ownership file, is rated 3 of 5 stars by Medicare, and was fined $7,596 across 3 fines in the three years to October 1, 2026. CMS lists 24 health citations from inspections in that time, the latest survey on June 17, 2025, and none of them found actual harm or immediate jeopardy.

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Address
130 Chestnut Street, Franklin, MA 02038
Overall rating
3 of 5 stars
Health inspection rating
2 of 5
Staffing rating
2 of 5
Quality measure rating
5 of 5
Certified beds
82
Residents per day
58 on average
Ownership type
For profit, limited liability company
Legal business name
Legal Business Name Not Available
Fines
$7,596 across 3 fines, three years to October 1, 2026
Payment denials
0
Health citations
24, of which 0 with actual harm or immediate jeopardy
Latest survey
June 17, 2025
CMS Certification Number
225461
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
February 20, 2024Fine$2,279Not listeddata.cms.gov
February 12, 2024Fine$1,899Not listeddata.cms.gov
January 22, 2024Fine$3,418Not listeddata.cms.gov

Recent health citations

Citations from health inspections, newest first.

Survey dateTagWhat CMS citedScope and severityStatusCorrected onSource
June 17, 2025F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 14, 2025data.cms.gov
June 17, 2025F851Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 14, 2025data.cms.gov
June 17, 2025F756Ensure 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 harmCorrectedJuly 14, 2025data.cms.gov
June 17, 2025F645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesD: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 14, 2025data.cms.gov
June 17, 2025F551Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 14, 2025data.cms.gov
May 8, 2024F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 19, 2024data.cms.gov
May 8, 2024F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 19, 2024data.cms.gov
May 8, 2024F851Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 19, 2024data.cms.gov
May 8, 2024F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.B: pattern, minimal harm potentialCorrectedJune 19, 2024data.cms.gov
May 8, 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 19, 2024data.cms.gov
May 8, 2024F758Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 19, 2024data.cms.gov
May 8, 2024F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 19, 2024data.cms.gov
May 8, 2024F699Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 19, 2024data.cms.gov
May 8, 2024F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 19, 2024data.cms.gov
May 8, 2024F690Provide 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 harmCorrectedJune 19, 2024data.cms.gov
May 8, 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 harmCorrectedJune 19, 2024data.cms.gov
May 8, 2024F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 19, 2024data.cms.gov
May 8, 2024F656Develop 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 harmCorrectedJune 19, 2024data.cms.gov
May 8, 2024F655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedD: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 19, 2024data.cms.gov
May 8, 2024F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.B: pattern, minimal harm potentialCorrectedJune 19, 2024data.cms.gov
May 8, 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 harmCorrectedJune 19, 2024data.cms.gov
May 8, 2024F582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 19, 2024data.cms.gov
April 24, 2024F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 29, 2024data.cms.gov
April 24, 2024F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 29, 2024data.cms.gov

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