Quick answers
- Where is Maplewood Center?
- 6 Morrill Place, Amesbury, MA 01913, in Essex County, Massachusetts.
- What is the phone number of Maplewood Center?
- (978) 388-3500, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Maplewood Center?
- Medicare overall rating: 1 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Maplewood Center been fined?
- Medicare lists 2 fines totaling $226,445.
- What did inspectors find at Maplewood Center?
- In its last three inspection cycles (June 13, 2024 to April 23, 2026), Medicare lists 61 health citations; the most serious was level H. 5 were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). 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 (June 13, 2024 to April 23, 2026), Maplewood Center had 61 health citations; the most serious was level H (actual harm to residents). 5 of them were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). It was fined $226,445 in total (2 fines, the latest on May 8, 2025). Nurse staffing is 2.76 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: April 23, 2026 — 7 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: April 23, 2026 (standard health inspection).
Show 7 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0727 Level F
“Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.”
F0812 Level E
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0695 Level D
“Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”
F0698 Level D
“Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.”
F0770 Level D
“Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.”
F0842 Level D
“Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.”
Previous cycle: June 5, 2025 — 30 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: February 26, 2025 (complaint investigation); May 8, 2025 (complaint investigation); June 5, 2025 (standard health inspection).
F0686 Level H
“Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.”
actual harm to residents; pattern (some residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Show 29 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0725 Level F
“Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.”
F0726 Level F
“Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.”
F0727 Level F
“Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.”
F0730 Level F
“Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.”
F0835 Level F
“Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.”
F0838 Level F
“Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.”
F0880 Level F
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0881 Level F
“Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.”
F0882 Level F
“Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.”
F0641 Level E
“Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.”
F0658 Level E
“Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.”
F0761 Level E
“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.”
F0867 Level E
“Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.”
F0887 Level E
“Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.”
F0947 Level E
“Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.”
F0804 Level E
“Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.”
F0812 Level E
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0580 Level D
“Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.”
F0655 Level D
“Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0676 Level D
“Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.”
F0695 Level D
“Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”
F0712 Level D
“Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.”
F0740 Level D
“Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.”
F0756 Level D
“Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.”
F0842 Level D
“Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.”
F0607 Level D
“Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.”
F0582 Level B
“Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.”
F0732 Level B
“Post nurse staffing information every day.”
Earlier cycle: June 13, 2024 — 24 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: June 13, 2024 (standard health inspection).
F0600 Level G
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
F0607 Level G
“Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
F0609 Level G
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
F0610 Level G
“Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Show 20 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0755 Level F
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0804 Level F
“Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.”
F0865 Level F
“Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.”
F0880 Level F
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0881 Level F
“Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.”
F0658 Level E
“Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.”
F0725 Level E
“Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.”
F0727 Level E
“Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.”
F0756 Level E
“Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.”
F0565 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.”
F0641 Level D
“Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0685 Level D
“Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.”
F0686 Level D
“Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.”
F0693 Level D
“Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.”
F0758 Level D
“Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.”
F0759 Level D
“Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.”
F0761 Level D
“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.”
F0791 Level D
“Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.”
F0812 Level D
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with 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.
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Fire safety citations (28)
K0281 Level F
“Install proper backup exit lighting.”
K0321 Level F
“Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.”
K0918 Level F
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
E0004 Level F
“Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).”
E0013 Level F
“Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.”
E0029 Level F
“Develop a communication plan.”
E0036 Level F
“Establish emergency prep training and testing.”
K0222 Level F
“Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.”
K0324 Level F
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0372 Level F
“Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.”
K0711 Level F
“Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.”
K0761 Level F
“To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.”
K0914 Level F
“Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.”
K0918 Level F
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0211 Level E
“Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.”
K0345 Level E
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0712 Level E
“Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.”
E0004 Level F
“Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).”
E0039 Level F
“Conduct testing and exercise requirements.”
E0041 Level F
“Implement emergency and standby power systems.”
K0225 Level F
“Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.”
K0281 Level F
“Install proper backup exit lighting.”
K0711 Level F
“Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.”
K0712 Level F
“Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.”
K0918 Level F
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0353 Level E
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0363 Level D
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
Fines and payment denials
Total fines over about the last three years: $226,445 (2 fines). A payment denial means Medicare stopped paying for new admissions for a time.
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| May 8, 2025 | Fine | $163,592 |
| June 13, 2024 | Fine | $62,853 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Penalties file, data updated October 1, 2026.
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 | 0.12 | 0.66 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.95 | 0.97 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 1.69 | 2.31 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 2.76 | 3.94 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 2.64 | 3.52 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.04 | 0.46 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 41.7% | 37.6% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 71.4% | 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.
Owners and operator
Legal business name: Morrill Place Operations LLC.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (4)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ma SNF Holdings LLC | Direct owner | 100% | March 15, 2024 |
| Ishakis, Yochanan | Indirect owner | 45% | March 15, 2024 |
| Levine, Yisroel | Indirect owner | 55% | March 15, 2024 |
| Zenith Care LLC | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | January 3, 2025 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 |
| Average residents per day | 78.4 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – limited liability company |
| Legal business name | Morrill Place Operations LLC |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1974-03-31 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 6 Morrill Place, Amesbury, MA 01913 |
| County | Essex County |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Phone | (978) 388‑3500 |
| CMS Certification Number | 225229 |
| Name in Medicare records | MAPLEWOOD CENTER |
| 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).
- Mill Town Health and Rehabilitation0.8 mi · Amesbury, MA · 1 of 5 stars
- Adviniacare Newburyport2.9 mi · Newburyport, MA · 3 of 5 stars
- Port Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center3.4 mi · Newburyport, MA · 2 of 5 stars
- The Mansion at Brigham4.3 mi · Newburyport, MA · 1 of 5 stars
- Lakeview House SKLD Nursing and Residential Care Fac7.1 mi · Haverhill, MA · 5 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Anna Jaques Hospital3.2 mi · Newburyport, MA · Acute Care Hospital
- Exeter Hospital Inc9.3 mi · Exeter, NH · Acute Care Hospital
- Holy Family Hospital15 mi · Methuen, 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