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MORNINGSTAR RESIDENTIAL CARE CENTER

17 SUNRISE TERRACE, OSWEGO, NY 13126
Score: 6 / 100

With a score of 6/100, Morningstar Residential Care Center 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.

With 3.28 total nurse hours per resident per day, Morningstar Residential Care Center falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.

Recent CMS inspections identified 33 deficiencies at Morningstar Residential Care Center, including 2 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and .

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 8 / 40 pts
1 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 4 / 20 pts
1 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.28 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.27 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.84 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.17 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.78 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.11 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

33
Total Deficiencies
Aug 13, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 31 Moderate 🔴 2 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0578 Severity J
    Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and
    Aug 13, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity D
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    Aug 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0809 Severity E
    Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals
    May 1, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0584 Severity E
    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for d
    May 1, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0804 Severity E
    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    May 1, 2025 · 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 6.0% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 1.1% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 25.0% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 0.8% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 18.5% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 2.2% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 30.6% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

2 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $177,503

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 6 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 1★ → 4 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -10 pts
  • Fine deductions: -10 pts

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
120
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
No
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
May 1, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
13