Ghent, NY

Ghent Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

3-star overall rating with 3-star inspections with 6 recent health deficiencies with 3 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

1 Whittier Way, Ghent, NY

(518) 828-0800

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Overall

3 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

3 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

4 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

4 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

120

Certified beds

Average residents

113

Average occupied residents

Ownership

For-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

Personal Healthcare Management

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1992-11-16

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.49

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

0.78

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

2.29

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

2.79

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

31%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

41%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 2.0
1.7
0.3 pts worse
1.9
0.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 1.7
1.3
0.4 pts worse
1.8
0.1 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.7%
91.2%
8.5 pts better
93.4%
6.3 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 99.1%
95.3%
3.8 pts better
95.5%
3.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 4.9%
3.0%
1.9 pts worse
3.3%
1.6 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 4.2%
18.5%
14.3 pts better
11.4%
7.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 12.0%
6.1%
5.9 pts worse
5.4%
6.6 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 18.9%
13.5%
5.4 pts worse
19.6%
0.7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 27.6%
14.8%
12.8 pts worse
16.7%
10.9 pts worse
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 7.3%
15.1%
7.8 pts better
16.3%
9 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 5.3%
15.5%
10.2 pts better
14.9%
9.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 0.4%
0.6%
0.2 pts better
1.0%
0.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
1.4%
1.4 pts better
1.7%
1.7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 29.1%
20.8%
8.3 pts worse
19.8%
9.3 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 10.4%
6.9%
3.5 pts worse
5.1%
5.3 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
76.7%
23.3 pts better
81.7%
18.3 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 7.6%
9.7%
2.1 pts better
12.0%
4.4 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 2.1%
1.2%
0.9 pts worse
1.6%
0.5 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 98.1%
78.8%
19.3 pts better
79.7%
18.4 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 24.6%
20.6%
4 pts worse
23.9%
0.7 pts worse
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2023-09-01 · Fire 2023-09-01

6 health deficiencies

Top issue: Nutrition and Dietary (3 deficiencies)

3 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2021-06-09 · Fire 2021-06-09

5 health deficiencies

Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (1 deficiency)

5 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Miscellaneous (2 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2019-05-22 · Fire 2019-05-22

14 health deficiencies

Top issue: Nutrition and Dietary (4 deficiencies)

6 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (3 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-01

K324 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2023-09-10

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-01

K921 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

Corrected 2023-09-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-01

K341 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2023-10-16

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-06-09

K511 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2021-08-05

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-06-09

K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2021-08-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-06-09

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2021-08-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-06-09

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2021-08-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-06-09

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2021-08-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-05-22

E18 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.

Corrected 2019-06-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-05-22

E24 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.

Corrected 2019-07-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-05-22

E35 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide family notifications of emergency plan.

Corrected 2019-06-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-05-22

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2019-06-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-05-22

K921 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

Corrected 2019-06-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-05-22

K926 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.

Corrected 2019-06-21

Inspection history

Recent health citations

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-01

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 2023-10-16

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-01

F804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2023-10-23

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-01

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 2023-10-23

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-01

F813 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

Corrected 2023-10-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-01

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 2023-10-23

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-01

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected 2023-11-07

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-06-09

F943 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

Corrected 2021-08-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-06-09

F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Corrected 2021-08-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-06-09

F756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Corrected 2021-08-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-06-09

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 2021-08-05

C · Minimal harm 2021-06-09

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 2021-08-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-05-22

F567 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.

Corrected 2019-06-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-05-22

F604 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Corrected 2019-06-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-05-22

F623 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Corrected 2019-06-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-05-22

F725 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Health

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

Corrected 2019-06-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-05-22

F804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2019-06-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-05-22

F813 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

Corrected 2019-06-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-05-22

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 2019-06-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-05-22

F625 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

Corrected 2019-06-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-05-22

F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Corrected 2019-06-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-05-22

F756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Corrected 2019-06-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-05-22

F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2019-06-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-05-22

F811 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that residents are assessed for appropriateness for a feeding assistant program, receive services as per their plan of care, and feeding assistants are trained and supervised.

Corrected 2019-06-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-05-22

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 2019-06-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-05-22

F842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Corrected 2019-06-21

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

Ownership

Zagelbaum, Ephraim

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual

50% 13 facilities 2016-04-25
Barth, Alexander

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual

35% 20 facilities 2016-04-25
Walden, Yehudah

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual

15% 11 facilities 2016-04-25
Barth, Alexander

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 20 facilities 2016-04-25
Oduwa, Felix

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 2 facilities 2023-01-01
Woodward, Xyier

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2022-09-01

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