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Health Inspection

Pine Knoll Nursing Center

Inspection Date: September 5, 2025
Total Violations 14
Facility ID 225049
Location LEXINGTON, MA
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Inspection Findings

F-Tag F0567

Resident Rights Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER in LEXINGTON, MA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0567 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-05.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.

Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-25.

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F-Tag F0638

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER in LEXINGTON, MA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0638 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-05.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.

Scope/Severity Level B: isolated, no actual harm with potential for minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: No revisit needed.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-25.

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F-Tag F0640

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER in LEXINGTON, MA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0640 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-05.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

Scope/Severity Level B: isolated, no actual harm with potential for minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: No revisit needed.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-25.

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F-Tag F0641

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER in LEXINGTON, MA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0641 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-05.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Scope/Severity Level B: isolated, no actual harm with potential for minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: No revisit needed.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-25.

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F-Tag F0657

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER in LEXINGTON, MA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0657 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-05.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-25.

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F-Tag F0658

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER in LEXINGTON, MA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0658 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-05.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-25.

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F-Tag F0686

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER in LEXINGTON, MA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0686 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-05.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-25.

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F-Tag F0690

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER in LEXINGTON, MA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0690 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-05.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-25.

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F-Tag F0801

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER in LEXINGTON, MA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0801 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-05.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-25.

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F-Tag F0803

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER in LEXINGTON, MA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0803 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-05.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-25.

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F-Tag F0805

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER in LEXINGTON, MA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0805 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-05.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-25.

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F-Tag F0810

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER in LEXINGTON, MA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0810 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-05.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-25.

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F-Tag F0842

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER in LEXINGTON, MA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0842 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-05.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-26.

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F-Tag F0883

Infection Control Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER in LEXINGTON, MA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0883 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-05.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-25.

πŸ“‹ Inspection Summary

PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER in LEXINGTON, MA inspection on recent inspection.

Found 0 violation(s). Severity: Standard violations. Status: 0 corrected, 0 pending.

What this means: Health inspections identify deficiencies that facilities must correct. Violations range from minor documentation issues to serious safety concerns. All deficiencies must be corrected within required timeframes and are subject to follow-up verification.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an F-tag violation?
F-tags are federal deficiency codes used by CMS to categorize nursing home violations. Each F-tag corresponds to a specific federal regulation (42 CFR Part 483). For example, F607 relates to abuse prevention policies, F880 relates to infection control.
Were these violations corrected?
Facilities must submit plans of correction and implement changes within required timeframes. CMS conducts follow-up inspections to verify corrections. Check the inspection report for specific correction dates and follow-up verification status.
How often do nursing home inspections happen?
CMS conducts unannounced inspections of all Medicare/Medicaid-certified nursing homes at least once per year. Additional inspections may occur based on complaints, facility-reported incidents, or follow-up to verify previous violations were corrected.
What should families do about these violations?
Families should: (1) Review the full inspection report for details, (2) Ask facility administration about specific corrective actions taken, (3) Check if this represents a pattern by reviewing prior inspections, (4) Compare with other facilities in LEXINGTON, MA, (5) Report new concerns to state authorities.
Where can I see the full inspection report?
Complete inspection reports are available on Medicare.gov's Care Compare website (www.medicare.gov/care-compare). You can also request copies directly from PINE KNOLL NURSING CENTER or from the state Department of Health. Reports include deficiency codes, facility responses, and correction timelines.
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