Brookhaven at Lexington
Scout 100Lexington, MA · 49 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Usually has openings
One of Lexington's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
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Adviniacare Newburyport
180 Low Street, Newburyport, MA 01950 · Essex County
47
FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.Photos via google places.
Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 83% full — openings are usually available.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Newburyport
Adviniacare Newburyport is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Newburyport, MA, with 111 certified beds and an average of about 93 residents per day. It operates as part of the Adviniacare network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.33 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.66 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 5 federal fines totaling $322,104 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.33 hrs/resident/day)
- •$322,104 in federal fines
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Newburyport, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 111
- Avg. residents/day
- 93
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Adviniacare
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 225332
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $14,050–$17,500/mo (median $15,350) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Cambridge prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.33
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.66
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 47.3%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 4
- Federal fines
- 5 ($322,104)
- Total penalties
- 5
- Last standard survey
- 2025-09-18
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (72 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-09-18Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-09-18Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
2025-09-18Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
2025-09-18Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-10-10Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2024-10-10Severity E — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
2024-10-10Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2024-10-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-10-10 | Fine | $82,856 |
| 2024-02-20 | Fine | $2,279 |
| 2024-02-12 | Fine | $1,899 |
| 2024-01-22 | Fine | $3,418 |
| 2023-11-07 | Fine | $231,652 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
Location
180 Low Street, Newburyport, MA
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Adviniacare Newburyport
How much does Adviniacare Newburyport cost?
Adviniacare Newburyport does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Newburyport, MA area typically runs $14,050–$17,500 per month (median $15,350, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Adviniacare Newburyport's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Adviniacare Newburyport 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Adviniacare Newburyport?
Staff provide about 3.33 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Adviniacare Newburyport?
Adviniacare Newburyport has 72 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-09-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Adviniacare Newburyport have availability?
Typically 83% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Adviniacare Newburyport offer?
Adviniacare Newburyport in Newburyport, MA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 111 beds.
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