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Nursing homes in Essex County, New York
There are 3 certified nursing homes in Essex County, New York, with 340 beds between them.
67% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a larger share than the state (41%). Inspectors recorded 72 health deficiencies over three cycles, 21.2 per 100 beds against 10.8 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $5K across 1 fine.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026.
| Measure | Essex County | New York | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 3 | 593 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 67% | 41% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 21.2 | 10.8 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 3.0 | 3.5 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $5K | $14M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essex Center For Rehabilitation and Healthcare | Elizabethtown | 100 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 19 | 19.0 | — | 13 Nov 2024 |
| Elderwood At Ticonderoga | Ticonderoga | 84 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 27 | 32.1 | $5K | 20 Aug 2025 |
| Elderwood of Uihlein At Lake Placid | Lake Placid | 156 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 26 | 16.7 | — | 2 Oct 2024 |
Sorted by overall rating. "Citations" are health deficiencies over three survey cycles; "per 100 beds" divides by certified beds.
Most-cited tags in the county
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | 6 |
| F0584 | 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. | 6 |
| F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | 4 |
| F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | 4 |
| F0761 | 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, compartments for controlled drugs. | 3 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For profit | 3 |
Chains present: Elderwood (2), Centers Health Care (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Essex County, New York?
3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 340 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Essex County have the highest CMS ratings?
Essex Center For Rehabilitation and Healthcare (3 stars), Elderwood At Ticonderoga (2 stars), Elderwood of Uihlein At Lake Placid (2 stars)
How do Essex County nursing homes compare with New York?
67% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 41% statewide; citations run at 21.2 per 100 beds against 10.8 statewide.