Liberty Commons
Scout 93North Chatham, MA · 132 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
One of North Chatham's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $12,770–$15,900/mo
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Royal Cape Cod Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
8 Lewis Point Road, Buzzards Bay, MA 02532 · Barnstable County
Providing convenient, high-quality long-term and short-term care, rehabilitation, in-home support and specialty services for seniors throughout New England. Please call our direct admit phone number to speak to an admissions representative now: 855.275.3286
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 90% full (90 of 99 beds occupied on an average day).
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
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 Buzzards Bay
Royal Cape Cod Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Buzzards Bay, MA, with 99 certified beds and an average of about 90 residents per day. It operates as part of the Royal Health Group 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, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.28 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.47 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 40.9%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $9,004 in the recent record.
Strengths
None noted in the public data.
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.28 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Buzzards Bay, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 99
- Avg. residents/day
- 90
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Royal Health Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 225538
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 | $12,770–$15,900/mo (median $13,950) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Barnstable Town 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
- 3.28
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.47
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 40.9%
- 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)
- 8
- Federal fines
- 1 ($9,004)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2026-01-20
- Sprinkler system
- Partial
- Resident & family council
- None
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (16 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-01-20Severity E — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
2026-01-20Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2026-01-20Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
2026-01-20Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
2026-01-20Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2026-01-20Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure 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, compar…
2025-07-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
2025-07-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-04-01 | Fine | $9,004 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
Location
8 Lewis Point Road, Buzzards Bay, 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 Royal Cape Cod Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
How much does Royal Cape Cod Nursing & Rehabilitation Center cost?
Royal Cape Cod Nursing & Rehabilitation Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Buzzards Bay, MA area typically runs $12,770–$15,900 per month (median $13,950, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Royal Cape Cod Nursing & Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Royal Cape Cod Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Royal Cape Cod Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?
Staff provide about 3.28 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 40.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Royal Cape Cod Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?
Royal Cape Cod Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has 16 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-20). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Royal Cape Cod Nursing & Rehabilitation Center have availability?
Typically 90% full (90 of 99 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Royal Cape Cod Nursing & Rehabilitation Center offer?
Royal Cape Cod Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Buzzards Bay, MA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 99 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
- Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Barnstable Town.
- The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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