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Chemung County Health Center - Nursing Facility

103 Washington Street, Elmira, NY 14901 · Chemung County

The Chemung County Nursing Facility is a modern health care center that provides a variety of services, a caring staff and a residential environment.

5.0CMS overall rating(607) 737-2001 Visit website ↗

Exceptional

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 77% full — openings are usually available.

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.

One of Elmira's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Chemung County Health Center - Nursing Facility is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Elmira, NY, with 200 certified beds and an average of about 153 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 5/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 5.14 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.68 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 57%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 2 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Above-average nurse staffing (5.14 hrs/resident/day)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Elmira for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 200
Avg. residents/day: 153
Ownership: Government - County
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 335480

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

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$12,240–$14,970/mo (median $13,250)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Elmira prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 5.14; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.68; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 57%; 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): 2
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2023-09-22
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (11 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-02-06Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2024-10-03Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…

2023-09-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

2023-09-22Severity 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.

2021-05-28Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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 feeding tube.

2018-11-05Severity E — 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.

2018-11-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

2018-11-05Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

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.

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Private rooms available

Location

103 Washington Street, Elmira, NY

Monday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Reviews & reputation

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3.9

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Common questions about Chemung County Health Center - Nursing Facility

How much does Chemung County Health Center - Nursing Facility cost?

Chemung County Health Center - Nursing Facility does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Elmira, NY area typically runs $12,240–$14,970 per month (median $13,250, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Chemung County Health Center - Nursing Facility's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Chemung County Health Center - Nursing Facility 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Chemung County Health Center - Nursing Facility?

Staff provide about 5.14 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 57% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Chemung County Health Center - Nursing Facility?

Chemung County Health Center - Nursing Facility has 11 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2023-09-22). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Chemung County Health Center - Nursing Facility have availability?

Typically 77% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Chemung County Health Center - Nursing Facility offer?

Chemung County Health Center - Nursing Facility in Elmira, NY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 200 beds.

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