D

NORTH COUNTRY NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER

182 HIGHLAND ROAD, MASSENA, NY 13662
Score: 50 / 100

CMS data shows North Country Nursing & Rehabilitation Center earning a D grade with a score of 50/100, placing it below most facilities in New York. Prospective residents and families should carefully review the specific areas of concern detailed below.

Staffing at North Country Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is near the national average, with 3.83 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 26 deficiencies at North Country Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 16 / 40 pts
2 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 10 / 25 pts
2 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.83 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.87 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.40 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.56 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.00 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.69 0.7 Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

26
Total Deficiencies
Aug 14, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 26 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0803 Severity F
    Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the nee
    Aug 14, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity F
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Aug 14, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0692 Severity D
    Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
    Aug 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0814 Severity D
    Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
    Aug 14, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0921 Severity D
    Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
    Aug 14, 2025 · Environmental 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 4.3% 4.5% Average
Falls with major injury 3.2% 3.0% Average
On antipsychotic medication 10.5% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 0.2% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 12.4% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 5.3% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 1.0% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 50 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: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Partnership
Certified Beds
140
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Aug 14, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
5