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Oak Knoll Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

9 Arbetter Drive, Framingham, MA 01701 · Middlesex County

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Availability outlookFills quickly

Typically 90% full (111 of 123 beds occupied on an average day).

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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 low federal rating — review the details closely

Oak Knoll Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Framingham, MA, with 123 certified beds and an average of about 111 residents per day. It operates as part of the Atlas Healthcare network.

Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.88 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.44 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 44.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $211,819 in the recent record.

Strengths

  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
  • Below-average health-inspection rating
  • Below-average nurse staffing (3.88 hrs/resident/day)
  • $211,819 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Framingham options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds
123
Avg. residents/day
111
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
Atlas Healthcare
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
225682

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

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Level of careMonthly costSource
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

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
3.88
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.44
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
44.5%
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)
3
Federal fines
1 ($211,819)
Total penalties
1
Last standard survey
2026-02-13
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (27 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-02-13Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-06-12Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

2025-06-12Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2024-10-30Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

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.

2024-10-30Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

2024-10-30Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

2024-10-30Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

2024-10-30Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition.

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.

DateTypeAmount
2025-06-12Fine$211,819

Services & amenities

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Respite / short-term stays
  • Daily activities & events

Location

9 Arbetter Drive, Framingham, 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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Common questions about Oak Knoll Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

How much does Oak Knoll Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center cost?

Oak Knoll Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Framingham, 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 Oak Knoll Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Oak Knoll Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Oak Knoll Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center?

Staff provide about 3.88 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 44.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Oak Knoll Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center?

Oak Knoll Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center has 27 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-13). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Oak Knoll Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center have availability?

Typically 90% full (111 of 123 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Oak Knoll Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center offer?

Oak Knoll Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Framingham, MA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 123 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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