Humboldt House Rehabilitation and Nursing CenterCMS ratings, inspections and fines
- Address
- 64 Hager Street, Buffalo, NY 14208
- CCN
- 335164
- Ownership type
- For-profit, limited liability company
- Certified beds
- 173
- Chain
- Chain name not shown
- Residents per day
- 155
- CMS flags
- Special Focus Facility candidate
- CMS abuse icon
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CMS gives Humboldt House Rehabilitation and Nursing Center an overall rating of 2 of 5 stars. The last standard survey was on 10 Oct 2025. The latest survey cycle has 20 health citations. The median for nursing homes in New York is 7. CMS lists 2 fines with a total of $270,666 for this home in its penalties file.
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Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Five-Star Quality Rating System: Technical Users' Guide, July 2026. CMS processed this record on .
Since the last CMS update
The site has no recorded change for this home. In each CMS update, the site compares the ratings, the penalties and the citations of each home.
Ratings
CMS gives each home 1 to 5 stars for health inspections, for staffing and for quality measures, and one overall rating.
| Rating (1 to 5 stars) | This home | Erie County median | New York median | US average (CMS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Health inspection rating | 1 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 2.8 |
| Staffing rating | 2 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 2.9 |
| Quality measure rating | 5 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 3.6 |
A median is the middle value of the homes in the group: 33 homes in the county, 593 homes in the state. What the CMS star ratings measure
Citations by survey cycle
CMS keeps the last three cycles, and cycle 1 is the latest. A cycle has one standard survey. Citations from complaint and infection control inspections go into cycles of 12 months.
| Survey cycle | Standard survey | Citations | New York median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (latest) | 10 Oct 2025 | 20 | 7 |
| Cycle 2 | 23 May 2024 | 15 | 5 |
| Cycle 3 | No date | 10 | 5 |
Health citations
The record of one deficiency in an inspection. One inspection can give many citations.
Scope and severity. A letter from A to L on each citation. Scope is the number of residents that the deficiency affected. Severity is the level of harm.
| Severity | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
|---|---|---|---|
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J0 | K0 | |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | G0 | H0 | I0 |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | |||
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A0 | B0 | C0 |
Survey cycle 1 (latest): 20 citations
Standard survey of this cycle: .
| Survey date | F-tag | Requirement (CMS text) | Scope and severity | Survey type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Jun 2026 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | Past Non-Compliance |
| 9 Jun 2026 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | Past Non-Compliance |
| 27 Mar 2026 | F0557 | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. | D | Complaint investigation | 8 May 2026 |
| 27 Mar 2026 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Complaint investigation | 8 May 2026 |
| 27 Mar 2026 | F0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D | Complaint investigation | 8 May 2026 |
| 27 Mar 2026 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Complaint investigation | 8 May 2026 |
| 10 Oct 2025 | F0561 | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. | D | Standard survey | 5 Dec 2025 |
| 10 Oct 2025 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 5 Dec 2025 |
| 10 Oct 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | L | Standard survey | 5 Dec 2025 |
| 10 Oct 2025 | F0607 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. | D | Standard survey | 5 Dec 2025 |
| 10 Oct 2025 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | F | Standard survey | 5 Dec 2025 |
| 10 Oct 2025 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Standard survey | 5 Dec 2025 |
| 10 Oct 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 5 Dec 2025 |
| 10 Oct 2025 | F0685 | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. | D | Standard survey | 5 Dec 2025 |
| 10 Oct 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 5 Dec 2025 |
| 10 Oct 2025 | F0725 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | F | Standard survey | 5 Dec 2025 |
| 10 Oct 2025 | F0742 | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder. | D | Standard survey | 5 Dec 2025 |
| 10 Oct 2025 | F0835 | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. | F | Standard survey | 5 Dec 2025 |
| 10 Oct 2025 | F0841 | Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility. | F | Standard survey | 5 Dec 2025 |
| 10 Oct 2025 | F0925 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | F | Standard survey | 5 Dec 2025 |
Survey cycle 2: 15 citations
Standard survey of this cycle: .
| Survey date | F-tag | Requirement (CMS text) | Scope and severity | Survey type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Jun 2025 | F0925 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | E | Complaint investigation | 1 Aug 2025 |
| 4 Apr 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 23 May 2025 |
| 31 Dec 2024 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 5 Feb 2025 |
| 16 Dec 2024 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 24 Jan 2025 |
| 23 May 2024 | F0553 | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. | D | Standard survey | 5 Jul 2024 |
| 23 May 2024 | F0557 | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. | D | Complaint investigation | 5 Jul 2024 |
| 23 May 2024 | 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. | E | Complaint investigation | 5 Jul 2024 |
| 23 May 2024 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | L | Complaint investigation | 5 Jul 2024 |
| 23 May 2024 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | L | Complaint investigation | 5 Jul 2024 |
| 23 May 2024 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Complaint investigation | 5 Jul 2024 |
| 23 May 2024 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Complaint investigation | 5 Jul 2024 |
| 23 May 2024 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 5 Jul 2024 |
| 23 May 2024 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | E | Complaint investigation | 5 Jul 2024 |
| 23 May 2024 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 5 Jul 2024 |
| 23 May 2024 | F0883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | D | Standard survey | 5 Jul 2024 |
Survey cycle 3: 10 citations
The CMS provider file has no standard survey date for this cycle.
| Survey date | F-tag | Requirement (CMS text) | Scope and severity | Survey type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Jan 2024 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Complaint investigation | 15 Mar 2024 |
| 18 Sep 2023 | 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. | D | Complaint investigation | 16 Oct 2023 |
| 9 Feb 2023 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | E | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2023 |
| 9 Feb 2023 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2023 |
| 9 Feb 2023 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2023 |
| 9 Feb 2023 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | E | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2023 |
| 9 Feb 2023 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2023 |
| 9 Feb 2023 | F0836 | Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2023 |
| 9 Feb 2023 | F0919 | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. | D | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2023 |
| 9 Feb 2023 | F0925 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | F | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2023 |
The requirement text is the CMS summary of the F-tag. It is not the report of the surveyor. How to read an inspection report
Penalties
A fine, or a payment denial: a period in which Medicare or Medicaid does not pay for new admissions. The CMS penalties file holds three years.
| Date | Type | Fine | Days without payment |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Oct 2025 | Fine | $198,200 | |
| 23 May 2024 | Fine | $72,466 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day. The nurse hours for one resident on an average day. CMS calculates the figure from the hours that the home reports for a quarter.
| Staff | This home | New York median | New York average (CMS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nurse staff | 3.04 | 3.50 | 3.62 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.41 | 0.60 | 0.71 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.63 | 0.76 | |
| Nurse aides | 2.00 | 2.15 | |
| All nurse staff, weekends | 2.80 | 3.10 | 3.18 |
- Nurse staff turnover in a year
- 59.5%
- Nurse staff turnover, New York median
- 38.4%
- RN turnover in a year
- 56.3%
- Administrators who left in a year
- 0
Homes report the hours to CMS in the Payroll-Based Journal.
Quality measures
A figure that CMS calculates from the assessments of residents. One example is the percentage of long-stay residents with a fall and a major injury.
| Measure (CMS text) | Residents | This home | New York median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 13.6% | 13.2% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 1.0% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 9.7% | 11.1% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 5.9% | 6.2% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 6.2% | 12.4% | 13.4% |
For each measure in this table, CMS gives more points in the quality measure rating for a lower percentage. The site calculates the medians from the CMS file. What the CMS star ratings measure
Ownership
An organisation in the CMS ownership file. CMS records its role, for example an ownership interest, operational or managerial control, or a mortgage interest.
- Ownership type
- For-profit, limited liability company
- Legal business name
- NHRC Acquisition LLC
- Chain
- Chain name not shown
The CMS ownership record of this home lists no organisation.
The site shows organisations only. It does not show the names of persons. CMS lists this home in a chain that has the name of a person, so the site shows no chain name and no chain page.
Other homes in Erie County
| Nursing home | City | Overall rating | Citations, latest cycle | Fines | Last standard survey | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Catherine Laboure Health Care Center | Buffalo | 5 of 5 | 0 | $0 | 13 Feb 2026 | |
| Terrace View Long Term Care Facility | Buffalo | 3 of 5 | 7 | $30,843 | 26 Aug 2024 | |
| Delaware Oaks Center for Rehabilitation and Nursin | Buffalo | 2 of 5 | 10 | $0 | 9 Aug 2024 | |
| Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing | Buffalo | 1 of 5 | 17 | $139,721 | 17 Jun 2025 | |
| Highpointe on Michigan Health Care Facility | Buffalo | 2 of 5 | 13 | $129,149 | 16 Sep 2024 | |
| Ellicott Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing | Buffalo | 1 of 5 | 12 | $10,868 | 13 Feb 2025 | |
| Elderwood at Amherst | Amherst | 2 of 5 | 4 | $25,262 | 18 Apr 2025 | |
| Safire Rehabilitation of Northtowns, L L C | Tonawanda | 1 of 5 | 20 | $0 | 28 Mar 2025 | |
| McAuley Residence | Kenmore | 5 of 5 | 2 | $0 | 8 Jan 2025 | |
| Schofield Residence | Kenmore | 4 of 5 | 5 | $0 | 9 Apr 2025 | |
| Williamsville Suburban, L L C | Williamsville | 1 of 5 | 18 | $43,973 | 28 Oct 2024 | |
| Elderwood at Cheektowaga | Cheektowaga | 1 of 5 | 23 | $0 | 23 Apr 2026 |
Official channels
- Care Compare record of this nursing homeMedicare.gov. The official CMS record of this home.
- Contact information for State Survey AgenciesCMS. The web address and the telephone number of the State Survey Agency of each state. These agencies investigate complaints about nursing homes.
- Filing a complaintMedicare.gov. The page names the State Survey Agency as the place for a complaint about nursing home care or facility conditions.
- Eldercare LocatorAdministration for Community Living. A public service that connects older adults and their families to local services. Telephone: 1-800-677-1116.
Cite this page
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare. Record of Humboldt House Rehabilitation and Nursing Center (CCN 335164). Data processed 1 Aug 2026. Elder Care Record, https://eldercarerecord.com/facility/humboldt-house-rehabilitation-and-nursing-center-buffalo-ny-335164/
Provenance
- Licence
- US government work, public domain
- CMS processed the data on
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Questions
- When was Humboldt House Rehabilitation and Nursing Center last inspected?
- The latest inspection with a citation in the CMS record was on 9 Jun 2026. It was a complaint investigation. It gave 2 citations. The standard survey before the last one was on 23 May 2024.
- Who operates Humboldt House Rehabilitation and Nursing Center?
- The CMS record gives the ownership type as for-profit, limited liability company. CMS lists the home in a chain that has the name of a person. This site does not show that name. The CMS ownership file names no organisation for this home. This site does not show the names of persons.
- What does the Special Focus status mean for Humboldt House Rehabilitation and Nursing Center?
- CMS lists the home as a Special Focus Facility candidate. The state selects its next Special Focus Facility from the candidates. CMS lists 3 homes in New York as Special Focus Facilities and 15 as candidates.
- Where does the data on this page come from?
- The data comes from the CMS Care Compare files for nursing homes. CMS processed the files on 1 Aug 2026. The Care Compare record on Medicare.gov is the official record of the home.