Elizabeth Seton
Wellesley, MA · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 225266) · 84 certified beds
Health inspection: 5 · Quality measures: 2 · Staffing: 1
Federal fines: none on current record
Phone: (781) 237-2161 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Elizabeth Seton has a CMS overall star rating of 4 out of 5, above the Massachusetts state average of 3.04. Its health inspection rating is 5 stars, while its staffing rating is 1 star.
CMS has not reported total nurse hours per resident per day or RN hours per resident per day for Elizabeth Seton. The facility's nursing staff turnover is 23.1 percent, and its CMS staffing star rating is 1 out of 5.
Elizabeth Seton has no federal fines on record, with 0 fines totaling $0.00 and 0 payment denials reported by CMS. There is no abuse icon or Special Focus program designation listed for this facility in the available data.
About this facility
Elizabeth Seton is a non-profit corporation-owned nursing home in Wellesley, Massachusetts (Norfolk County), certified for Medicare and Medicaid since 1981. The facility maintains 84 certified beds with an average of 87.5 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare, Elizabeth Seton holds an overall star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the Massachusetts state average of 3.04. Its four component ratings break down as follows: Health Inspection rating of 5 stars, Quality Measures rating of 2 stars, and Staffing rating of 1 star. These ratings reflect a mix of strong inspection outcomes alongside lower marks in quality measures and staffing levels.
Nursing staff turnover at this facility is reported at 23.1 percent. Specific total nurse hours per resident per day and RN hours per resident per day are not provided in the available CMS data.
On the penalty record, CMS data show 0 fines totaling $0.00, and 0 payment denials — meaning there are no federal fines on record for this facility. No abuse icon designation or Special Focus program status is indicated in the available data.
There is no indication in the data that ownership changed within the past 12 months, and no chain affiliation is listed for this facility.
This profile is built solely from data available on CMS Medicare Care Compare and reflects the most recent published figures at the time of retrieval. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare before making decisions.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
Elizabeth Seton has an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, above the Massachusetts state average of 3.04.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Elizabeth Seton is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
CMS has not reported specific nurse hours per resident per day for this facility, but nursing staff turnover is listed at 23.1 percent, and the staffing star rating is 1 out of 5.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
No, CMS records show 0 fines totaling $0.00 and 0 payment denials — there are no federal fines on record.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
The available data does not indicate an abuse icon or Special Focus program status for this facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
Elizabeth Seton has 84 certified beds and an average of 87.5 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
Elizabeth Seton is owned by a non-profit corporation; the data provided does not indicate a chain affiliation.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility was first approved for Medicare/Medicaid certification on January 1, 1981.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on Health Inspections (5 stars here), Staffing (1 star), Quality Measures (2 stars), and an Overall rating (4 stars) that combines these factors.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
This is not specified in the available CMS data; please contact the facility at 7812372161 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The provided data does not cover tour details; contact the facility directly at 7812372161 or check Medicare Care Compare for further information.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the most current details for Elizabeth Seton at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/225266?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.