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Elcor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

48 Colonial Drive, Horseheads, NY 14845 · Chemung County

Exemplary Care in an Elegant Setting - Elcor is committed to providing the best of nursing and rehabilitative care along with all the amenities of a home away from home.

2.0CMS overall rating(607) 739-3654 Visit website ↗

Fair

Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 89% full (273 of 305 beds occupied on an average day).

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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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Horseheads

Elcor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Horseheads, NY, with 305 certified beds and an average of about 273 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.24 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.32 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 45.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 15 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.24 hrs/resident/day)
•15 deficiencies at last survey

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Horseheads options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 305
Avg. residents/day: 273
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 335053

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: 3.24; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.32; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 45.8%; 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): 15
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2023-12-01
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (25 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-21Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident 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.

2026-04-21Severity E — 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.

2026-04-21Severity E — 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.

2026-04-21Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-trad…

2026-04-21Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2026-04-21Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintEnvironmental Deficiencies

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

2024-11-14Severity E — 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.

2024-11-14Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

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
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ On-site salon / barber
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
✓ Gardens / walking paths

Location

48 Colonial Drive, Horseheads, 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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Common questions about Elcor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

How much does Elcor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center cost?

Elcor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Horseheads, 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 Elcor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Elcor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Elcor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?

Staff provide about 3.24 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 45.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Elcor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?

Elcor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has 25 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2023-12-01). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Elcor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center have availability?

Typically 89% full (273 of 305 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Elcor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center offer?

Elcor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Horseheads, NY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 305 beds.

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