Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid
185 Old Military Road · Lake Placid, NY · 12946 · 5185238600
156 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Elderwood
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.82 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
62% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.82 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.53 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.59 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 62% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (26 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D October 2, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected November 29, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 2, 2024
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected November 13, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 2, 2024
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 November 18, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 2, 2024
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected November 13, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 2, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected November 13, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 2, 2024
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected November 13, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 2, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 2, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected November 13, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E October 2, 2024
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 November 13, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E October 2, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 29, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E October 2, 2024
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected November 13, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D October 2, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 13, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D October 2, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected November 13, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 19, 2021
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected January 11, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 19, 2021
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected January 11, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 19, 2021
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected January 11, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 19, 2021
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 11, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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No harm found · C November 19, 2021
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 January 11, 2022 · Resident Rights
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No harm found · C November 19, 2021
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Corrected January 11, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 2, 2019
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected September 20, 2019 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 2, 2019
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Corrected September 20, 2019 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 2, 2019
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 20, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 2, 2019
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 20, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 2, 2019
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected September 20, 2019 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 2, 2019
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 20, 2019 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 335267 · certified since September 4, 1968. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.