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Schenectady Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing

526 Altamont Ave, Schenectady, NY 12303 · Schenectady County

At Schenectady Center we provide advanced rehab nursing care for the Schenectady 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 therapists, and on-site physicians.

2.0CMS overall rating(518) 346-6121Visit website ↗
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Fair
Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlookVery limited availability

Typically 98% full (235 of 240 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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Schenectady

Schenectady Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Schenectady, NY, with 240 certified beds and an average of about 235 residents per day. It operates as part of the Centers Health Care network.

Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.87 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.39 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 52.3%, higher than the ~52% national average. 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 (3.87 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 Schenectady options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds
240
Avg. residents/day
235
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
Centers Health Care
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
335014

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 careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$12,900–$15,790/mo (median $13,970)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Albany 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
3.87
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.39
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
52.3%
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
2025-08-19
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (29 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-08-19Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

2025-08-19Severity F — 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.

2025-08-19Severity F — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

2025-08-19Severity F — 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…

2025-08-19Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

2025-08-19Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-08-19Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

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

2025-08-19Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

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
  • Wellness programs
  • Daily activities & events

Location

526 Altamont Ave, Schenectady, 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 Schenectady Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing

How much does Schenectady Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing cost?

Schenectady Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Schenectady, NY area typically runs $12,900–$15,790 per month (median $13,970, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Schenectady Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Schenectady Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Schenectady Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing?

Staff provide about 3.87 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 52.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Schenectady Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing?

Schenectady Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing has 29 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-19). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Schenectady Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing have availability?

Typically 98% full (235 of 240 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 Schenectady Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing offer?

Schenectady Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing in Schenectady, NY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 240 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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