Massachusetts Moves to Revoke 12 RegalCare Licenses
The state health department cites owner unsuitability after multiple safety violations at nursing homes.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Nursing Jobs
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The Massachusetts Department of Public Health has initiated the revocation of nursing home licenses for 12 RegalCare facilities. Officials deemed owner Eliyahu Mirlis unsuitable to operate long-term care facilities following a series of quality and safety concerns.
Why it matters
The action follows years of regulatory scrutiny and multiple immediate jeopardy findings regarding the safety of residents. The state is prioritizing oversight amid ongoing investigations into financial transparency and care standards.
The 12 facilities faced 90 inspections over three years, resulting in four immediate jeopardy findings. One location in Taunton reduced nursing spending by $530,000 in 2025.
The players
Eliyahu Mirlis
He is the owner of the RegalCare nursing home network and the subject of the state revocation notice.
Massachusetts Department of Public Health
This state agency oversees health facility licensing and enforces quality standards for nursing homes.
Commissioner Goldstein
He serves as the official who briefed the Public Health Council on the department's regulatory actions.
Public Health Council
This body reviews and approves new state regulations governing healthcare ownership and financial reporting.
The details
RegalCare is contesting the state's move while the facilities continue to operate under enhanced monitoring and increased site visits. The owner previously faced the revocation of administrator licenses in New Jersey and holds lapsed credentials in Connecticut and New York.
Timeline
In 2025, a Taunton facility spent $530,000 less on nursing services.
The Boston Globe published an investigation into RegalCare in late September 2026.
The DPH issued the license revocation notice on October 13, 2026.
Commissioner Goldstein addressed the Public Health Council on October 14, 2026.
New nursing home regulations are expected to take effect in early November 2026.
Market Landscape
This enforcement action reflects a broader industry shift toward increased scrutiny of private equity and corporate ownership in long-term care. It aligns with new state regulations that mandate greater financial transparency and accountability for facility owners.
Residents and families at the affected facilities can expect continued operations under enhanced state monitoring during the revocation process. No immediate disruption to care services is expected while the legal proceedings unfold.
The takeaway
Families with loved ones in long-term care should monitor the official status of their facilities as regulatory crackdowns increase. Enhanced oversight and new transparency laws are designed to ensure that nursing budgets are prioritized for direct patient care.
What happens next
Eliyahu Mirlis has 30 days from October 13 to request a formal hearing to contest the revocation of the facility licenses.
Further reading
For more information on state facility oversight, visit the Massachusetts Nursing Jobs section.
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