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Chemung County Health Center - Nursing Facility

103 Washington Street, Elmira, NY 14901
Score: 90 / 100

Among nursing homes in New York, Chemung County Health Center - Nursing Facility stands out with an A grade and a score of 90 out of 100. It ranks in the 90th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Chemung County Health Center - Nursing Facility provides above-average staffing with 5.11 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.

Recent inspections identified 11 deficiencies at Chemung County Health Center - Nursing Facility. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 25 / 25 pts
5 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 5.11 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.68 0.7 Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.36 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 3.07 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.99 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.24 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

11
Total Deficiencies
Feb 5, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 11 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0689 Severity D
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Feb 5, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0761 Severity E
    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologi
    Oct 2, 2024 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0657 Severity D
    Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    Sep 21, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0677 Severity D
    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    Sep 21, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0693 Severity D
    Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a f
    May 27, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care 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 4.7% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 17.5% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 0.8% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 10.5% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 7.8% 7.5% Average
New/worsened incontinence 34.7% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 90 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 5★ → 25 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)

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

Facility Details

Ownership
Government - County
Certified Beds
200
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Sep 21, 2023
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2