Care One At New Bedford
New Bedford, MA · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 225650) · 154 certified beds
Health inspection: 3 · Quality measures: 3 · Staffing: 4
Federal fines: none on current record
Phone: (508) 996-4600 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Care One At New Bedford has a CMS overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is at the Massachusetts state average of about 3.04. Its health inspection rating is 3 stars and its staffing rating is 4 stars.
Care One At New Bedford reports total nurse staffing of about 3.6 hours per resident per day, including 0.72 RN hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 29.9%. CMS gives the facility a staffing rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
Care One At New Bedford has no federal fines on record and no payment denials reported to CMS. CMS does not display an abuse icon for this facility, and it is not currently listed in the Special Focus Facility program.
About this facility
Care One At New Bedford is a for-profit (limited liability company) nursing home located in New Bedford, Bristol County, Massachusetts. The facility has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since September 1994 and maintains 154 certified beds, with an average daily census of 142.4 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare, Care One At New Bedford holds an overall star rating of 3 out of 5, which is at the Massachusetts state average of 3.04. The facility's health inspection rating is 3 stars, its quality measure (QM) rating is 3 stars, and its staffing rating is 4 stars.
Nurse staffing data reported to CMS shows total nurse hours of 3.6 per resident per day, including 0.72 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 29.9%.
On CMS's penalty record, Care One At New Bedford has no federal fines on record (0 fines totaling $0.00) and no payment denials recorded.
Care One At New Bedford is part of the Careone chain, which operates 37 facilities nationally with an average chain rating of 3.4 stars. CMS records indicate no ownership change occurred in the past 12 months, so current ratings reflect the present operator.
This profile is based on data published by CMS Medicare Care Compare; figures reflect the most recent data vintage available from that source at time of listing. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly with the facility and on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
Care One At New Bedford has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is at the Massachusetts state average of 3.04.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Yes, the facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is about 3.6 hours per resident per day, with 0.72 RN hours per resident per day and a nursing turnover rate of 29.9%; CMS rates staffing at 4 out of 5 stars.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
No, CMS records show zero fines totaling $0.00 and no payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
No, CMS data does not show an abuse icon or Special Focus Facility designation for this facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The facility has 154 certified beds and an average daily population of 142.4 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned as a for-profit limited liability company and is part of the Careone chain, which operates 37 facilities nationally with an average rating of 3.4 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
It has been certified since September 9, 1994.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS publishes an overall rating plus separate ratings for health inspections, staffing, and quality measures; this facility scores 3, 3, 4, and 3 respectively.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
This is not specified in the CMS data provided; contact the facility at 5089964600 or check Medicare Care Compare to confirm.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
This data set does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 5089964600 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the most current CMS data for this facility at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/225650?state=MA.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.