Royal Cape Cod Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
8 Lewis Point Road · Buzzards Bay, MA · 02532 · 5087595752
99 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Royal Health Group
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.28 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.47 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.85 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 41% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $9,004 |
Inspection citations (16 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 20, 2026
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected February 9, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 20, 2026
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected February 9, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 20, 2026
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected February 9, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 20, 2026
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected February 9, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E January 20, 2026
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected February 9, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 20, 2026
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, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected February 9, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 15, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D July 15, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Actual harm · G April 1, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected March 10, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2023
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected December 8, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected December 8, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 8, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E November 21, 2023
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected December 8, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2023
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, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected December 8, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E November 21, 2023
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected December 8, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E November 21, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected December 8, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| April 1, 2025 | Fine | $9,004 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 225538 · certified since October 1, 1991. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.