Humboldt House Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
64 Hager Street · Buffalo, NY · 14208 · 7168864377
173 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: The Sherman Family
Why this verdict
- Carries CMS’s abuse warning icon.
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $195,218 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
Special Focus Facility candidate
CMS lists this facility as a candidate for its Special Focus program for persistently poor inspection performance.
CMS abuse warning
CMS flags this facility with its abuse icon: cited for abuse that caused harm in the past year, or potential harm in the past two years.
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
3 abuse-related citations at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
$195,218 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.10 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.46 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.90 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 59% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $270,858 |
Inspection citations (44 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Corrected May 8, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected May 8, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected May 8, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F March 27, 2026 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected May 8, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Immediate jeopardy · L October 10, 2025
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected December 5, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D October 10, 2025
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected December 5, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 10, 2025
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 December 5, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 10, 2025
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected December 5, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · F October 10, 2025
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected December 5, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D October 10, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected December 5, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 10, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 5, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 10, 2025
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected December 5, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 10, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 5, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F October 10, 2025
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected December 5, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D October 10, 2025
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.
Corrected December 5, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F October 10, 2025
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected December 5, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F October 10, 2025
Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility.
Corrected December 5, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · F October 10, 2025
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected December 5, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E June 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected August 1, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D April 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected May 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 31, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected February 5, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · L May 23, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected July 5, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · L May 23, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected July 5, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 23, 2024
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Corrected July 5, 2024 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 10, 2025 | Fine | $195,218 |
| May 23, 2024 | Fine | $72,466 |
| August 14, 2023 | Fine | $3,174 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 335164 · certified since January 1, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.