Quick answers
- Where is Lasell House?
- 120 Seminary Avenue, Newton, MA 02466, in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.
- What is the phone number of Lasell House?
- (781) 808-8813, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Lasell House?
- Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Lasell House been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Lasell House.
- What did inspectors find at Lasell House?
- In its last three inspection cycles (September 7, 2023 to September 11, 2025), Medicare lists 2 health citations; the most serious was level D. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (September 7, 2023 to September 11, 2025), Lasell House had 2 health citations; the most serious was level D (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 5.89 hours per resident per day; the Massachusetts average is 3.94 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: September 11, 2025 — no health citations
Inspections in this cycle: September 11, 2025 (standard health inspection).
Previous cycle: September 19, 2024 — no health citations
Inspections in this cycle: September 19, 2024 (standard health inspection).
Earlier cycle: September 7, 2023 — 2 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: September 7, 2023 (standard health inspection).
Show 2 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0640 Level D
“Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.”
F0842 Level D
“Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (3)
K0918 Level F
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0291 Level D
“Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.”
K0372 Level D
“Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Massachusetts | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 2.03 | 0.66 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.61 | 0.97 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 3.25 | 2.31 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 5.89 | 3.94 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 5.09 | 3.52 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 1.53 | 0.46 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 32.1% | 37.6% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 11.1% | 42.7% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.4 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 44 |
| Average residents per day | 17.1 |
| Takes part in | Medicare |
| Ownership | Non-profit – corporation |
| Legal business name | Lasell Village Inc. |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 2000-11-21 |
| Part of a continuing care retirement community | Yes |
| Resident and family councils | None |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 120 Seminary Avenue, Newton, MA 02466 |
| County | Middlesex County |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Phone | (781) 808‑8813 |
| CMS Certification Number | 225755 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Care One at Newton0.7 mi · Newton, MA · 2 of 5 stars
- West Newton Healthcare1.6 mi · West Newton, MA · 1 of 5 stars
- Elizabeth Seton2.2 mi · Wellesley, MA · 5 of 5 stars
- Stone Rehabilitation and Senior Living2.4 mi · Newton Upper Falls, MA · 3 of 5 stars
- Maristhill Nursing & Rehabilitation Center2.6 mi · Waltham, MA · 2 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Newton-Wellesley Hospital0.7 mi · Newton, MA · Acute Care Hospital
- Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham4.4 mi · Needham, MA · Acute Care Hospital
- Boston Medical Center-Brighton5.2 mi · Brighton, MA · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13