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Lee Healthcare
620 Laurel Street, Lee, MA 01238
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Lee Healthcare is a For-profit, limited liability company nursing home in Lee, Massachusetts, certified for 88 beds and caring for about 69 residents a day.
CMS gives it 1 of 5 stars overall, below the Massachusetts median of 3; the health inspection rating is 2, staffing 2 and quality measures 1.
Inspectors recorded 34 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (17, 9, 8 by cycle, most recent first), 1 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 38.6 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 21.7.
CMS lists no fines or payment denials against the facility in the period covered.
Reported nurse staffing is 3.2 hours per resident per day (0.6 RN), close to the Massachusetts median of 3.7; nursing staff turnover is 62.3%.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Berkshire Co. median | Massachusetts median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 1 | 4 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 34 | 18 | 27 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 38.6 | 18.9 | 21.7 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 3.2 | 3.8 | 3.7 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 62.3% | 44.0% | 37.7% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $0 | $0 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (13 in the county, 341 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Massachusetts average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 10 Sep 2025, 25 Jul 2024.
Severity mix: G ×1 D ×25 E ×3 F ×1 B ×2 C ×2
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Jan 2026 | F0557 | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. | D | Complaint investigation | 3 Feb 2026 |
| 19 Nov 2025 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Complaint investigation | 16 Dec 2025 |
| 10 Sep 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | G | Standard survey | 3 Oct 2025 |
| 10 Sep 2025 | F0726 | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. | E | Standard survey | 3 Oct 2025 |
| 10 Sep 2025 | F0730 | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. | E | Standard survey | 3 Oct 2025 |
| 10 Sep 2025 | F0578 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 3 Oct 2025 |
| 10 Sep 2025 | F0585 | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. | D | Standard survey | 3 Oct 2025 |
| 10 Sep 2025 | F0628 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. | D | Standard survey | 3 Oct 2025 |
| 10 Sep 2025 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard survey | 3 Oct 2025 |
| 10 Sep 2025 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | Standard survey | 3 Oct 2025 |
| 10 Sep 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 3 Oct 2025 |
| 10 Sep 2025 | F0756 | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. | D | Standard survey | 3 Oct 2025 |
| 10 Sep 2025 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 3 Oct 2025 |
| 10 Sep 2025 | F0849 | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. | D | Standard survey | 3 Oct 2025 |
| 10 Sep 2025 | F0868 | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly | D | Standard survey | 3 Oct 2025 |
| 10 Sep 2025 | F0881 | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. | D | Standard survey | 3 Oct 2025 |
| 10 Sep 2025 | F0887 | Educate 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. | D | Standard survey | 3 Oct 2025 |
| 25 Jul 2024 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 28 Aug 2024 |
| 25 Jul 2024 | F0584 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 28 Aug 2024 |
| 25 Jul 2024 | F0644 | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. | D | Standard survey | 28 Aug 2024 |
| 25 Jul 2024 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | Standard survey | 28 Aug 2024 |
| 25 Jul 2024 | F0661 | Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge. | D | Standard survey | 28 Aug 2024 |
| 25 Jul 2024 | F0699 | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. | D | Standard survey | 28 Aug 2024 |
| 25 Jul 2024 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 28 Aug 2024 |
| 25 Jul 2024 | F0582 | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. | B | Standard survey | 28 Aug 2024 |
| 25 Jul 2024 | F0623 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | B | Standard survey | 28 Aug 2024 |
| 9 May 2023 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | E | Standard survey | 6 Jun 2023 |
| 9 May 2023 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Standard survey | 6 Jun 2023 |
| 9 May 2023 | F0582 | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. | D | Standard survey | 6 Jun 2023 |
| 9 May 2023 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Standard survey | 6 Jun 2023 |
| 9 May 2023 | F0740 | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. | D | Standard survey | 6 Jun 2023 |
| 9 May 2023 | F0758 | Implement 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 | Standard survey | 6 Jun 2023 |
| 9 May 2023 | F0732 | Post nurse staffing information every day. | C | Standard survey | 6 Jun 2023 |
| 9 May 2023 | F0847 | Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse. | C | Standard survey | 14 Jun 2023 |
Penalties
CMS lists no fines or payment denials for this facility in the period covered.
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Massachusetts average. Turnover: nursing staff 62.3%, RNs 50.0%; 0 administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | Massachusetts median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 7.3% | 15.4% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 2.1% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 2.9% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 4.5% | 3.3% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 2.5% | 1.0% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 5.9% | 14.4% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 9.8% | 3.8% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 24.0% | 19.6% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, limited liability company. Legal business name: 620 Laurel Street Operator Llc. Chain: Next Step Healthcare (14 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Next Step Ma Master Subtenant, LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 12/01/2017 |
| Next Step Healthcare LLC | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2017 |
| Next Step Healthcare LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/10/2025 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Berkshire County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mt Greylock Extended Care Facility | Pittsfield | 100 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 8 | 8.0 | — | 10 Jun 2025 |
| North Adams Commons Nursing & Rehabilitation Cente | North Adams | 119 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 14 | 11.8 | — | 19 Jul 2024 |
| Berkshire Place | Pittsfield | 54 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 11 | 20.4 | — | 12 Feb 2026 |
| Craneville Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center | Dalton | 89 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 18 | 20.2 | — | 7 Apr 2026 |
| Kimball Farms Nursing Care Center | Lenox | 74 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 9 | 12.2 | — | 13 Jan 2026 |
| Springside Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center | Pittsfield | 135 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 18 | 13.3 | — | 29 Sep 2025 |
| Timberlyn Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation | Great Barrington | 71 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 8.5 | $9K | 11 Sep 2024 |
| Mount Carmel Care Center | Lenox | 69 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 22 | 31.9 | $46K | 23 Apr 2025 |
All 13 facilities in Berkshire County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Lee Healthcare been cited for?
34 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 1 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Massachusetts median is 27 per facility.
Has Lee Healthcare been fined?
CMS lists no fines against the facility in the period covered.
How does staffing at Lee Healthcare compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 3.2 hours per resident per day against a Massachusetts median of 3.7 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Lee Healthcare?
It is part of the Next Step Healthcare chain. Ownership type is for-profit, limited liability company. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Next Step Ma Master Subtenant, LLC and Next Step Healthcare LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Lee Healthcare last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 13 Jan 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 10 Sep 2025.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.