Auburn Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

85 Thornton Avenue · Auburn, NY · 13021 · 3152537351

92 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Personal Healthcare Management

Why this verdict

  • Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.

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Red flags

No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.

Score breakdown

Inspection record 30% of score 49
Serious harm & abuse 20% 94
Staffing 20% 61
Federal penalties 15% 76
Trend 10% 20
Context 5% 100

Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.

CMS ratings & staffing

Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5

Total nurse hours / resident-day3.293.48 min · 4.1 strong
RN hours / resident-day0.600.55–0.75
Weekend hours / resident-day2.76≈ weekday level
Nursing turnover / year50%median 45%
Fines (3-yr window)1 · $10,901

Inspection citations (24 in the current record)

  • Actual harm · G January 7, 2025 · found via complaint

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Corrected February 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D January 7, 2025

    Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

    Corrected February 21, 2025 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D January 7, 2025

    Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

    Corrected February 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · E January 7, 2025

    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.

    Corrected February 21, 2025 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · E January 7, 2025

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

    Corrected February 21, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · E January 7, 2025

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Corrected February 21, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · E January 7, 2025

    Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

    Corrected February 21, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · D January 7, 2025 · found via complaint

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

    Corrected February 21, 2025 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · E January 7, 2025 · found via complaint

    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.

    Corrected February 21, 2025 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · E January 7, 2025 · found via complaint

    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Corrected February 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D January 7, 2025 · found via complaint

    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Corrected February 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D January 7, 2025 · found via complaint

    Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

    Corrected February 21, 2025 · Environmental

  • Potential for harm · D February 14, 2023

    Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

    Corrected April 12, 2023 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D February 14, 2023

    Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

    Corrected April 12, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · D February 14, 2023

    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Corrected April 12, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D February 14, 2023

    Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

    Corrected April 12, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D February 14, 2023

    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.

    Corrected April 12, 2023 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · D February 14, 2023

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Corrected April 12, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · E February 4, 2020

    Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

    Corrected March 20, 2020 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · E February 4, 2020

    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.

    Corrected March 20, 2020 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D February 4, 2020

    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.

    Corrected March 20, 2020 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D February 4, 2020

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Corrected March 20, 2020 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D February 4, 2020

    Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

    Corrected March 20, 2020 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D February 4, 2020

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

    Corrected March 20, 2020 · Nutrition and Dietary

Federal penalties

DateTypeAmount / length
January 7, 2025Fine$10,901

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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 335004 · certified since June 1, 1970. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.