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Van Duyn Center For Rehabilitation and Nursing
5075 West Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse, NY 13215
CMS abuse iconSpecial Focus Facility
Overallnot rated
Health inspectionnot rated
Staffingnot rated
Quality measuresnot rated
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. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Van Duyn Center For Rehabilitation and Nursing, in Syracuse, New York, is certified for 513 beds under for-profit, limited liability company ownership and belongs to the Upstate Services Group chain.
CMS gives it no overall rating; the health inspection rating is —, staffing — and quality measures —.
Inspectors recorded 87 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (35, 24, 28 by cycle, most recent first), 16 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 17.0 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 11.0.
CMS lists 6 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $783K and 1 payment denial.
Reported nurse staffing is 3.7 hours per resident per day (0.4 RN), close to the New York median of 3.5; nursing staff turnover is 42.7%.
CMS flags that the facility carries the CMS abuse icon and is a Special Focus Facility.
87health deficiencies, 3 survey cycles16 at actual harm or worse
$783Kfines listed by CMS6 penalties in period
3.7nurse hours per resident per daystate median 3.5
84%occupancy (residents ÷ beds)429 residents a day
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Onondaga Co. median | New York median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | — | 2 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 87 | 30 | 17 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 17.0 | 19.2 | 11.0 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 3.7 | 3.7 | 3.5 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.4 | 0.5 | 0.6 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 42.7% | 46.7% | 38.4% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $783,273 | $0 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (14 in the county, 593 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: New York average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 13 May 2026, 15 Dec 2025.
Severity mix: J ×6 K ×3 G ×6 H ×1 D ×37 E ×16 F ×17 B ×1
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
Isolated
Pattern
Widespread
Immediate jeopardy
J
K
L
Actual harm
G
H
I
Potential for more than minimal harm
D
E
F
Potential for minimal harm
A
B
C
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 May 2026 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | G | Complaint investigation | 29 Jun 2026 |
| 13 May 2026 | F0770 | Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. | G | Complaint investigation | 29 Jun 2026 |
| 13 May 2026 | F0638 | Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. | F | Standard survey | 26 Jun 2026 |
| 13 May 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 | 30 Jun 2026 |
| 13 May 2026 | F0925 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | F | Standard survey | 29 Jun 2026 |
| 13 May 2026 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | E | Standard survey | 22 Jun 2026 |
| 13 May 2026 | 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 | 29 Jun 2026 |
| 13 May 2026 | F0919 | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. | E | Standard survey | 30 Jun 2026 |
| 13 May 2026 | F0604 | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. | D | Standard survey | 1 Jul 2026 |
| 13 May 2026 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Standard survey | 8 Jul 2026 |
| 13 May 2026 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Complaint investigation | 30 Jun 2026 |
| 13 May 2026 | 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 | 30 Jun 2026 |
| 13 May 2026 | F0679 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. | D | Standard survey | 22 Jun 2026 |
| 13 May 2026 | F0759 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | D | Standard survey | 1 Jul 2026 |
| 13 May 2026 | F0790 | Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 1 Jul 2026 |
| 13 May 2026 | F0800 | Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs. | D | Complaint investigation | 30 Jun 2026 |
| 13 May 2026 | F0807 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration. | D | Complaint investigation | 9 Jul 2026 |
| 13 May 2026 | F0814 | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | D | Standard survey | 30 Jun 2026 |
| 13 May 2026 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 2 Jul 2026 |
| 13 May 2026 | F0809 | Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times. | B | Complaint investigation | 30 Jun 2026 |
| 11 Mar 2026 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | G | Complaint investigation | 2 Apr 2026 |
| 4 Mar 2026 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | J | Complaint investigation | 2 Apr 2026 |
| 4 Mar 2026 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | J | Complaint investigation | 2 Apr 2026 |
| 4 Mar 2026 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 2 Apr 2026 |
| 3 Feb 2026 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | K | Complaint investigation | 3 Mar 2026 |
| 3 Feb 2026 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | J | Complaint investigation | 3 Mar 2026 |
| 3 Feb 2026 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | J | Complaint investigation | 3 Mar 2026 |
| 3 Feb 2026 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | J | Complaint investigation | 3 Mar 2026 |
| 3 Feb 2026 | F0895 | Have a Compliance and Ethics Program. | F | Complaint investigation | 3 Mar 2026 |
| 3 Feb 2026 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | E | Complaint investigation | 3 Mar 2026 |
| 3 Feb 2026 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | E | Complaint investigation | 3 Mar 2026 |
| 3 Feb 2026 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Complaint investigation | 3 Mar 2026 |
| 3 Feb 2026 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Complaint investigation | 3 Mar 2026 |
| 3 Feb 2026 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Complaint investigation | 3 Mar 2026 |
| 12 Jan 2026 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Complaint investigation | 3 Feb 2026 |
| 15 Dec 2025 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | F | Complaint investigation | 3 Feb 2026 |
| 15 Dec 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. | F | Complaint investigation | 27 Mar 2026 |
| 15 Dec 2025 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | F | Standard survey | 3 Feb 2026 |
| 15 Dec 2025 | 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. | F | Standard survey | 27 Mar 2026 |
| 15 Dec 2025 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | F | Complaint investigation | 3 Feb 2026 |
| 15 Dec 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 27 Mar 2026 |
| 15 Dec 2025 | F0814 | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | F | Standard survey | 3 Feb 2026 |
| 15 Dec 2025 | F0835 | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. | F | Standard survey | 3 Feb 2026 |
| 15 Dec 2025 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 4 Feb 2026 |
| 15 Dec 2025 | F0867 | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. | F | Standard survey | 3 Feb 2026 |
| 15 Dec 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | F | Standard survey | 3 Feb 2026 |
| 15 Dec 2025 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | E | Standard survey | 27 Jan 2026 |
| 15 Dec 2025 | F0679 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. | E | Standard survey | 3 Feb 2026 |
| 15 Dec 2025 | F0688 | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. | E | Standard survey | 27 Jan 2026 |
| 15 Dec 2025 | F0698 | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. | E | Standard survey | 3 Feb 2026 |
| 15 Dec 2025 | F0759 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | E | Standard survey | 27 Jan 2026 |
| 15 Dec 2025 | F0921 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | E | Complaint investigation | 3 Feb 2026 |
| 15 Dec 2025 | F0554 | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. | D | Standard survey | 3 Feb 2026 |
| 15 Dec 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 | 27 Jan 2026 |
| 15 Dec 2025 | F0585 | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. | D | Standard survey | 7 Jan 2026 |
| 15 Dec 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 27 Jan 2026 |
| 15 Dec 2025 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Standard survey | 27 Jan 2026 |
| 14 Jul 2025 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Complaint investigation | 19 Aug 2025 |
| 18 Apr 2025 | F0561 | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. | K | Complaint investigation | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 18 Apr 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | K | Standard survey | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 18 Apr 2025 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | H | Complaint investigation | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 18 Apr 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | G | Complaint investigation | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 18 Apr 2025 | 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. | F | Standard survey | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 18 Apr 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 18 Apr 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 | Complaint investigation | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 18 Apr 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | E | Standard survey | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 18 Apr 2025 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | E | Standard survey | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 18 Apr 2025 | F0806 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | E | Complaint investigation | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 18 Apr 2025 | F0925 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | E | Complaint investigation | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 18 Apr 2025 | F0554 | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. | D | Standard survey | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 18 Apr 2025 | F0602 | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. | D | Complaint investigation | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 18 Apr 2025 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Complaint investigation | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 18 Apr 2025 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard survey | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 18 Apr 2025 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Standard survey | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 18 Apr 2025 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | Standard survey | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 18 Apr 2025 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Complaint investigation | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 18 Apr 2025 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Standard survey | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 18 Apr 2025 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | D | Standard survey | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 18 Apr 2025 | F0697 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | D | Standard survey | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 18 Apr 2025 | F0700 | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. | D | Standard survey | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 18 Apr 2025 | F0711 | Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit. | D | Standard survey | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 18 Apr 2025 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | D | Complaint investigation (under dispute review) | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 18 Apr 2025 | F0791 | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 23 Jan 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | G | Complaint investigation | 23 Jan 2025 |
| 26 Oct 2023 | F0925 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | D | Complaint investigation | 29 Nov 2023 |
| 13 Sep 2023 | F0624 | Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home. | J | Complaint investigation | 14 Sep 2023 |
| 13 Sep 2023 | F0623 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | D | Complaint investigation | 14 Sep 2023 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 May 2026 | Fine | $190,450 | |
| 15 Dec 2025 | Payment denial | — | 43 days |
| 15 Dec 2025 | Fine | $238,135 | |
| 18 Apr 2025 | Fine | $158,555 | |
| 23 Jan 2025 | Fine | $9,620 | |
| 13 Sep 2023 | Fine | $186,513 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the New York average. Turnover: nursing staff 42.7%, RNs 34.8%; — administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | New York median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 13.9% | 13.2% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 3.5% | 2.7% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 2.0% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 9.2% | 11.1% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 2.4% | 6.2% | 4.2% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, limited liability company. Legal business name: Vdrnc Llc. Chain: Upstate Services Group (17 facilities).
No organisations are listed in the CMS ownership record for this facility.
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Onondaga County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nottingham R H C F | Jamesville | 40 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 8 | 20.0 | — | 12 Sep 2025 |
| Syracuse Home Association | Baldwinsville | 120 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 6.7 | — | 27 Jan 2026 |
| Upstate University Hosp At Community General T C U | Syracuse | 20 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 20.0 | — | 25 Jul 2025 |
| Iroquois Nursing Home Inc | Jamesville | 160 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 14 | 8.8 | — | 2 Jun 2026 |
| Elderwood At Liverpool | Liverpool | 160 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 17 | 10.6 | $57K | 10 Feb 2026 |
| Jewish Home of Central New York | Syracuse | 132 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 42 | 31.8 | $122K | 20 May 2026 |
| St Camillus Residential Health Care Facility | Syracuse | 284 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 24 | 8.5 | $40K | 9 Jan 2026 |
| Sunnyside Care Center | East Syracuse | 80 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 26 | 32.5 | — | 12 Sep 2025 |
All 14 facilities in Onondaga County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Van Duyn Center For Rehabilitation and Nursing been cited for?
87 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 16 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The New York median is 17 per facility.
Has Van Duyn Center For Rehabilitation and Nursing been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $783K in the period covered, plus 1 payment denial.
How does staffing at Van Duyn Center For Rehabilitation and Nursing compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 3.7 hours per resident per day against a New York median of 3.5 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Van Duyn Center For Rehabilitation and Nursing?
It is part of the Upstate Services Group chain. Ownership type is for-profit, limited liability company. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Van Duyn Center For Rehabilitation and Nursing last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 13 May 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 13 May 2026.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.