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St Camillus Residential Health Care Facility

813 Fay Road, Syracuse, NY 13219 · Onondaga County

St. Camillus offers long term care and rehabilitation services designed to help people reach their highest potential and level of independence in Syracuse, NY.

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Fair

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

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 90% full (255 of 284 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 Syracuse

St Camillus Residential Health Care Facility is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Syracuse, NY, with 284 certified beds and an average of about 255 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, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.53 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 38.1%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 10 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $39,754 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓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 (3.53 hrs/resident/day)
•$39,754 in federal fines

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 284
Avg. residents/day: 255
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 335283

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	$12,410–$15,180/mo (median $13,430)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Syracuse 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: 3.53; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.39; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 38.1%; 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): 10
Federal fines: 1 ($39,754)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2026-01-09
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Both

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (24 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-01-09Severity E — 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…

2026-01-09Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2026-01-09Severity E — 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.

2026-01-09Severity E — 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.

2026-01-09Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

2026-01-09Severity 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.

2026-01-09Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

2026-01-09Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

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
2024-01-22	Fine	$39,754

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Scheduled transportation

Location

813 Fay Road, Syracuse, 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 St Camillus Residential Health Care Facility

How much does St Camillus Residential Health Care Facility cost?

St Camillus Residential Health Care Facility does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Syracuse, NY area typically runs $12,410–$15,180 per month (median $13,430, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is St Camillus Residential Health Care Facility's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates St Camillus Residential Health Care Facility 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at St Camillus Residential Health Care Facility?

Staff provide about 3.53 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 38.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at St Camillus Residential Health Care Facility?

St Camillus Residential Health Care Facility has 24 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-09). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does St Camillus Residential Health Care Facility have availability?

Typically 90% full (255 of 284 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does St Camillus Residential Health Care Facility offer?

St Camillus Residential Health Care Facility in Syracuse, NY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 284 beds.

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