Buffalo, NY · 80 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Buffalo's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $12,420–$15,200/mo
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Degraff Memorial Hospital-Skilled Nursing Facility
445 Tremont Street, North Tonawanda, NY 14120 · Niagara County
Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital care and treatment
79
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.Photos via google places.
Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 95% full (76 of 80 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in North Tonawanda
Degraff Memorial Hospital-Skilled Nursing Facility is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in North Tonawanda, NY, with 80 certified beds and an average of about 76 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.27 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.95 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.1%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.27 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in North Tonawanda for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 80
- Avg. residents/day
- 76
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 335669
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 | $12,420–$15,200/mo (median $13,450) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Buffalo 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
- 4.27
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.95
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 51.1%
- 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)
- 5
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2024-10-03
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- None
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (10 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-12-08Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2024-10-03Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
2024-10-03Severity F — 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 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.
2024-10-03Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2021-05-14Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
2021-05-14Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2021-05-14Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
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
Location
445 Tremont Street, North Tonawanda, NY
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Degraff Memorial Hospital-Skilled Nursing Facility
How much does Degraff Memorial Hospital-Skilled Nursing Facility cost?
Degraff Memorial Hospital-Skilled Nursing Facility does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the North Tonawanda, NY area typically runs $12,420–$15,200 per month (median $13,450, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Degraff Memorial Hospital-Skilled Nursing Facility's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Degraff Memorial Hospital-Skilled Nursing Facility 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Degraff Memorial Hospital-Skilled Nursing Facility?
Staff provide about 4.27 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Degraff Memorial Hospital-Skilled Nursing Facility?
Degraff Memorial Hospital-Skilled Nursing Facility has 10 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-10-03). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Degraff Memorial Hospital-Skilled Nursing Facility have availability?
Typically 95% full (76 of 80 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Degraff Memorial Hospital-Skilled Nursing Facility offer?
Degraff Memorial Hospital-Skilled Nursing Facility in North Tonawanda, NY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 80 beds.
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