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LEWIS COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL-NURSING HOME UNIT

7785 NORTH STATE STREET, LOWVILLE, NY 13367
Score: 33 / 100

With a score of 33/100, Lewis County General Hospital-Nursing Home Unit ranks in the bottom tier of New York nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.

Lewis County General Hospital-Nursing Home Unit provides above-average staffing with 4.26 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.

Recent CMS inspections identified 16 deficiencies at Lewis County General Hospital-Nursing Home Unit, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody..

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 16 / 40 pts
2 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 10 / 25 pts
2 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 6 / 15 pts
2 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.26 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.85 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.82 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.59 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.68 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.45 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

16
Total Deficiencies
Oct 9, 2024
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 15 Moderate 🔴 1 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0600 Severity K
    Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
    Oct 9, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0835 Severity E
    Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
    Oct 9, 2024 · Administration Deficiencies
  • Tag 0744 Severity D
    Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
    Oct 9, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0804 Severity E
    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    Jul 29, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Jul 29, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 5.5% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 5.2% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 16.9% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 4.2% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 28.5% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 4.2% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 30.8% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

1 penalty recorded by CMS

Total fines: $160,046

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 33 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -5 pts
  • Fine deductions: -10 pts

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Government - County
Certified Beds
160
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
No
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jul 29, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
5