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Good Shepherd-Fairview Home INC

80 Fairview Avenue, Binghamton, NY 13904 · Broome County

Good Shepherd Fairview Home at Binghamton has offered high-quality independent & assisted living and healthcare services for nearly 140 years.

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Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 93% full (50 of 54 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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Binghamton

Good Shepherd-Fairview Home INC is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Binghamton, NY, with 54 certified beds and an average of about 50 residents per day.

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

Staff provide about 4.67 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.74 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 59%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $16,153 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.67 hrs/resident/day)
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Binghamton, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 54
Avg. residents/day: 50
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 335527

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	$12,040–$14,730/mo (median $13,030)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Binghamton 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: 4.67; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.74; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 59%; 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): 8
Federal fines: 1 ($16,153)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2025-08-01
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Both

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (16 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-08-01Severity E — 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.

2025-08-01Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-08-01Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2025-08-01Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

2025-08-01Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

2025-08-01Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy 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…

2025-08-01Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

2025-08-01Severity C — minimalResident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.

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
2025-01-24	Fine	$16,153

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ On-site salon / barber
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ Library
✓ Private rooms available
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

80 Fairview Avenue, Binghamton, 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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3.5

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Common questions about Good Shepherd-Fairview Home INC

How much does Good Shepherd-Fairview Home INC cost?

Good Shepherd-Fairview Home INC does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Binghamton, NY area typically runs $12,040–$14,730 per month (median $13,030, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Good Shepherd-Fairview Home INC's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Good Shepherd-Fairview Home INC 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Good Shepherd-Fairview Home INC?

Staff provide about 4.67 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 59% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Good Shepherd-Fairview Home INC?

Good Shepherd-Fairview Home INC has 16 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-01). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Good Shepherd-Fairview Home INC have availability?

Typically 93% full (50 of 54 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Good Shepherd-Fairview Home INC offer?

Good Shepherd-Fairview Home INC in Binghamton, NY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 54 beds.

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