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HomeMassachusettsThomas Upham House

Thomas Upham House

519 Main Street, Medfield, MA 020525083596050WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.3on Google(3 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
42
certified

How Thomas Upham House Compares in Massachusetts

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Massachusetts. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
5/5
MA average
3.0/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
MA average
3.0/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
5/5
MA average
3.1/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.54 hrs/day
MA average
3.87 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
0.88 hrs/day
MA average
0.65 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
35.0%
MA average
38.2%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the Massachusetts average of 3.0/5.
Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the Massachusetts average of 3.0/5.
Reported nursing time is 4.54 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.87.
Reported RN time is 0.88 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.65.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
7
deficiency citations
Inspected Oct 18, 2024
Most recent cycle
3
deficiency citations
Inspected Nov 20, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 4 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$14,296/mo
Massachusetts median
Private Room
$15,189/mo
Massachusetts median
Norfolk County 65+
124,003
17.2% of county
County Population
722,112
Norfolk County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Thomas Upham House is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Medfield, Massachusetts with 42 certified beds. It has been operating since 1994. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
42
Avg Residents/Day
37.6
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Sep 1, 1994
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Norfolk
Last Inspection
Nov 20, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3
Weighted Score
28.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (11)

F0605Potential for Harm

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

Survey: Nov 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: Nov 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Nov 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Oct 18, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: Oct 18, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: Oct 18, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Oct 18, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0580Potential for Harm

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Survey: Oct 18, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Oct 18, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0757Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Survey: Oct 18, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Jul 10, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide3.00 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.67 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.88 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.54 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total4.17 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.14 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
35.0%
RN Turnover
46.2%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (6)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
THISSE, NICHOLAS5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual100%Jun 10, 1986
THISSE, NICHOLASCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AOct 13, 2004
THISSE, PETERCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AOct 8, 2004
THISSE, PETERCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 3, 1990
REHABILITATION ASSOCIATES INCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJun 10, 1986
ALLEN, DENISEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 14, 2013

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Thomas Upham House and nearby alternatives.

All Massachusetts facilities
Thomas Upham House
Medfield, MACurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Premier Healthcare at Harrington House
Walpole, MA4.2 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $43,891
Charlwell House Health and Rehabilitation
Norwood, MA4.7 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Victoria Haven Nursing Facility
Norwood, MA5.1 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $40,641
Medway Country Manor Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitat
Medway, MA5.5 mi
CMS
N/A
Health
N/A
Staffing
N/A
Recorded fines: $280,591
Norwood Healthcare
Norwood, MA5.6 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $190,588
Riverbend of South Natick
S Natick, MA6.0 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Thomas Upham House
Medfield, MA · Current facility
—5/54/55/5None recorded
Premier Healthcare at Harrington House
Walpole, MA
4.2 mi1/51/52/5$43,891
Charlwell House Health and Rehabilitation
Norwood, MA
4.7 mi1/52/54/5None recorded
Victoria Haven Nursing Facility
Norwood, MA
5.1 mi2/51/55/5$40,641
Medway Country Manor Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitat
Medway, MA
5.5 miN/AN/AN/A$280,591
Norwood Healthcare
Norwood, MA
5.6 mi1/51/54/5$190,588
Riverbend of South Natick
S Natick, MA
6.0 mi5/54/55/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Thomas Upham House?▾
Thomas Upham House has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 3/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Thomas Upham House cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Massachusetts is $14,296/month for a semi-private room and $15,189/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Thomas Upham House participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Thomas Upham House had any health inspection violations?▾
Thomas Upham House had 3 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Nov 20, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Thomas Upham House?▾
Thomas Upham House provides 4.54 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.88 RN hours, 0.67 LPN hours, and 3.00 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 35.0%.
How many beds does Thomas Upham House have?▾
Thomas Upham House has 42 certified beds with an average of 37.6 residents per day, resulting in approximately 90% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Rehabilitation Associates chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Thomas Upham House?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Massachusetts. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Thomas Upham House?▾
On Google Maps, Thomas Upham House has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 based on 3 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.

Part of Rehabilitation Associates

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