nursing home in Johnstown, NY

Wells Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

201 W Madison Avenue, Johnstown, NY 12095 · (518) 762-4546

★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★2
  • Staffing★★★★★1
  • Quality measures★★★★★3
  • Abuse citation

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Wells Rehabilitation and Nursing Center at a glance

Wells Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a 100-bed non-profit nursing home in Johnstown, New York (Fulton County).

CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the New York average of 3.

Residents receive about 3.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.6 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (September 12, 2024) found 3 health citations. The New York average is 8.

Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $25,727.

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
Non Profit - Corporation
Beds
100
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare-certified since
January 5, 1971
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Fulton County
CMS Certification Number
335314

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityNew York avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 53 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 52.7 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 52.8 / 52.9 / 5Worse
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.8 / 53.6 / 5Worse
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)2 / 54 / 53.8 / 5Worse
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)3 / 53.6 / 53.3 / 5Average

Staffing

This facility3.23 hrsNew York average3.63 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. New York and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew York avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.23 hrs3.63 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.33 hrs0.71 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.12 hrs2.15 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.62 hrs3.18 hrs3.42 hrsWorse

Inspections

This facility3New York average8U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. New York and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew York avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)389Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)333Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)2362.280.6Better

Penalties

This facility2New York average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. New York and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew York avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)211Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$25,727$23,070$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)211Worse

Size

MeasureThis facilityNew York avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds100188107
Average residents per day9316886
Occupancy93.3%90.5%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility6.3%New York average3.1%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. New York and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew York avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)6.3%3.1%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)7.9%6.5%4.6%Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)27.5%13.7%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)3.5%1.3%1.6%Worse
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)2.2%0.5%0.8%Worse
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)15.8%14.1%13.9%Worse
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)15.5%12.5%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)5.7%5.8%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)0.4%19.5%12.8%Better
Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better)0%0.2%0.1%Better
Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better)19.6%13.2%19.5%Average
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)35%19.5%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)96.4%95.3%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)87.4%91.5%93.6%Worse

Short-stay residents

This facility0%New York average1.2%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. New York and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew York avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)0%1.2%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)92%78.8%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)47.3%77.4%82%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 16 health deficiencies and 13 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
March 3, 2026
Complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected February 6, 2026
September 12, 2024
Fire safety
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 8, 2024
September 12, 2024
Fire safety
Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0026
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 8, 2024
September 12, 2024
Complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected April 17, 2024
September 12, 2024
Complaint
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 10, 2024
September 12, 2024
Complaint
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.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 9, 2024
October 27, 2021
Fire safety
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 26, 2021
October 27, 2021
Fire safety
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 26, 2021
October 27, 2021
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 26, 2021
May 9, 2019
Fire safety
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 8, 2019
May 9, 2019
Fire safety
Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0024
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 8, 2019
May 9, 2019
Fire safety
Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0026
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 8, 2019
May 9, 2019
Fire safety
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 8, 2019
May 9, 2019
Fire safety
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 8, 2019
May 9, 2019
Fire safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 8, 2019
May 9, 2019
Fire safety
Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0916
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 18, 2019
May 9, 2019
Fire safety
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 8, 2019
May 9, 2019
Fire safety
Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0926
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 8, 2019
May 9, 2019
Standard
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 8, 2019
May 9, 2019
Standard
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0813
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 15, 2019
May 9, 2019
Standard
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 8, 2019
May 9, 2019
Standard
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 8, 2019
May 9, 2019
Standard
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0660
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 8, 2019
May 9, 2019
Standard
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 8, 2019
May 9, 2019
Standard
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 8, 2019
May 9, 2019
Standard
Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0943
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 8, 2019
May 9, 2019
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 8, 2019
May 9, 2019
Standard
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.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0836
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 8, 2019
May 9, 2019
Standard
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 8, 2019

Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.

Fines and payment denials

CMS reports 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $25,727 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
March 3, 2026Fine$17,215
September 12, 2024Fine$8,512

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
BARTHOLOMEW, CAROL
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2014
CAMPOS, ANNE
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2009
KLINE, GEORGE
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/01/1998
MCNAMARA, PETER
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2005
SITTERLY, JANE
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2014
SLINGERLAND, SARA
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/01/1992
SMITH, PETER
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/01/1986
MCCOSKI, WILLIAM
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE04/04/2006
REPPENHAGEN, MARYANN
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE10/26/2009
THOMPSON, BARBARA
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE10/15/2012
VANGORDER, DEE DEE
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE10/26/2009
VANSLYKE, NEAL
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE09/11/2000

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Frequently asked questions

What is Wells Rehabilitation and Nursing Center's rating?

Wells Rehabilitation and Nursing Center has 1 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for New York nursing homes is 3 stars.

How many inspection citations did Wells Rehabilitation and Nursing Center receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a New York average of 8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Wells Rehabilitation and Nursing Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?

CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.

Who owns Wells Rehabilitation and Nursing Center?

It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Wells Rehabilitation and Nursing Center and how do I contact it?

Wells Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is at 201 W Madison Avenue, Johnstown, NY 12095. Phone: (518) 762-4546.

About this data

Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.