Auburn, NY

Auburn Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

1-star overall rating with 1-star inspections with $10,901 in total fines with 12 recent health deficiencies with 19 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

85 Thornton Avenue, Auburn, NY

(315) 253-7351

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Overall

1 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

1 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

2 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

2 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

92

Certified beds

Average residents

81

Average occupied residents

Ownership

For-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

Personal Healthcare Management

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1970-06-01

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.58

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

0.84

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

2.04

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

2.78

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

25%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

56%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 3.0
1.7
1.3 pts worse
1.9
1.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 3.0
1.3
1.7 pts worse
1.8
1.2 pts worse
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.3%
91.2%
8.1 pts better
93.4%
5.9 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.4%
95.3%
2.1 pts better
95.5%
1.9 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.1%
3.0%
1.9 pts better
3.3%
2.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 1.2%
18.5%
17.3 pts better
11.4%
10.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 10.6%
6.1%
4.5 pts worse
5.4%
5.2 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 11.2%
13.5%
2.3 pts better
19.6%
8.4 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 9.7%
14.8%
5.1 pts better
16.7%
7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained 0.0%
0.2%
0.2 pts better
0.1%
0.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened 15.6%
15.1%
0.5 pts worse
16.3%
0.7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 13.1%
15.5%
2.4 pts better
14.9%
1.8 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 0.0%
0.6%
0.6 pts better
1.0%
1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.4%
1.4%
1 pts better
1.7%
1.3 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 15.5%
20.8%
5.3 pts better
19.8%
4.3 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 0.5%
6.9%
6.4 pts better
5.1%
4.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 88.3%
76.7%
11.6 pts better
81.7%
6.6 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 17.3%
9.7%
7.6 pts worse
12.0%
5.3 pts worse
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 2.8%
1.2%
1.6 pts worse
1.6%
1.2 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 91.7%
78.8%
12.9 pts better
79.7%
12 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 20.3%
20.6%
0.3 pts better
23.9%
3.6 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2025-01-07 · Fire 2025-01-07

12 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)

19 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Egress (5 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2023-02-14 · Fire 2023-02-14

6 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (2 deficiencies)

6 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (4 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2020-02-04 · Fire 2020-02-04

14 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)

8 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

K741 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

Corrected 2025-03-18

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2025-03-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

K281 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install proper backup exit lighting.

Corrected 2025-03-18

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

K293 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

Corrected 2025-03-18

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2025-03-18

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2025-03-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

Corrected 2025-03-18

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2025-03-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

E15 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.

Corrected 2025-03-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

K211 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

Corrected 2025-03-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

K223 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

Corrected 2025-03-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

K225 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.

Corrected 2025-03-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

K321 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Corrected 2025-03-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2025-03-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

K374 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

Corrected 2025-03-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

K511 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2025-03-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

K521 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Corrected 2025-03-18

C · Minimal harm 2025-01-07

E35 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide family notifications of emergency plan.

Corrected 2025-03-18

C · Minimal harm 2025-01-07

E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

Corrected 2025-03-18

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-14

K222 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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.

Corrected 2023-04-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-14

K374 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

Corrected 2023-04-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-14

K921 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

Corrected 2023-04-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-14

K311 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

Corrected 2023-04-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-14

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2023-04-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-14

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2023-04-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-02-04

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2020-03-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-02-04

K341 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

Corrected 2020-03-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-02-04

K311 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

Corrected 2020-03-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-02-04

K321 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Corrected 2020-03-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-02-04

K364 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install properly constructed windows in hallway walls or doors.

Corrected 2020-03-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-02-04

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2020-03-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-02-04

K921 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

Corrected 2020-04-02

C · Minimal harm 2020-02-04

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2020-04-02

Inspection history

Recent health citations

G · Actual harm 2025-01-07

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2025-02-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Corrected 2025-02-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Corrected 2025-02-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

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.

Corrected 2025-02-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

F804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Corrected 2025-02-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2025-02-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

F814 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Corrected 2025-02-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2025-02-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

F554 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Corrected 2025-02-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

F676 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

Corrected 2025-02-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Corrected 2025-02-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-07

F925 · Environmental Deficiencies

Health

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Corrected 2025-02-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-21

F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2023-06-13

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-21

F921 · Environmental Deficiencies

Health

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Corrected 2023-06-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-21

F624 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.

Corrected 2023-06-13

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-14

F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Corrected 2023-06-13

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-14

F835 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Corrected 2023-06-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-03-08

F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Corrected 2023-04-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-03-08

F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected 2023-04-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-03-08

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2023-04-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-14

F554 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Corrected 2023-04-12

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-14

F644 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

Corrected 2023-04-12

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-14

F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Corrected 2023-04-12

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-14

F692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Corrected 2023-04-12

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-14

F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

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.

Corrected 2023-04-12

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-14

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2023-04-12

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-02-04

F582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Corrected 2020-03-20

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-02-04

F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Corrected 2020-03-20

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-02-04

F688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

Corrected 2020-03-20

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-02-04

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2020-03-20

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-02-04

F740 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

Corrected 2020-03-20

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-02-04

F804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Corrected 2020-03-20

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

$10,901 2025-01-07

Fine

Fine · fine $10,901

Fine

Ownership

Zagelbaum, Ephraim

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual

50% 13 facilities 2014-09-18
Barth, Alexander

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual

30% 20 facilities 2015-01-30
Walden, Yehudah

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual

20% 11 facilities 2015-01-30
M&T Bank

5% Or Greater Mortgage Interest · Organization

0% 18 facilities 2016-03-01
Ognibene, John

W-2 Managing Employee · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2016-03-01

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