Syracuse Home Association
Scout 97Baldwinsville, NY · 120 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Baldwinsville's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $12,410–$15,180/mo
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Bishop Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
918 James Street, Syracuse, NY 13203 · Onondaga County
At Bishop Rehabilitation and Nursing we provide advanced rehab nursing care for the Syracuse Community. We offer advanced short-term rehab and long-term nursing care, state-of-the-art technology, the best physical, occupational and speech therapy, world-class therapist, and on-site physicians.
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 54% full — availability is generally good.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A low federal rating — review the details closely
Bishop Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Syracuse, NY, with 440 certified beds and an average of about 237 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.17 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.37 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 53.5%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $699,602 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.17 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •$699,602 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Syracuse options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 440
- Avg. residents/day
- 237
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 335338
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $12,410–$15,180/mo (median $13,430) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Syracuse prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.17
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.37
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 53.5%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 7
- Federal fines
- 2 ($699,602)
- Total penalties
- 4
- Last standard survey
- 2025-05-16
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (47 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-01Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2025-05-16Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
2025-05-16Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
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.
2025-05-16Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-05-16Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-05-16Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
2025-05-16Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
2024-12-20Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-07-11 | Fine | $378,437 |
| 2024-07-11 | Payment denial | — |
| 2023-12-05 | Fine | $321,165 |
| 2023-12-05 | Payment denial | — |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
918 James Street, Syracuse, NY
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Bishop Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
How much does Bishop Rehabilitation and Nursing Center cost?
Bishop Rehabilitation and Nursing Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Syracuse, NY area typically runs $12,410–$15,180 per month (median $13,430, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Bishop Rehabilitation and Nursing Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Bishop Rehabilitation and Nursing Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Bishop Rehabilitation and Nursing Center?
Staff provide about 4.17 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 53.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Bishop Rehabilitation and Nursing Center?
Bishop Rehabilitation and Nursing Center has 47 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-16). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Bishop Rehabilitation and Nursing Center have availability?
Typically 54% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Bishop Rehabilitation and Nursing Center offer?
Bishop Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Syracuse, NY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 440 beds.
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