nursing home in New York, NY
St Mary's Center INC
516 West 126th Street, New York, NY 10027 · (212) 662-1826
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
St Mary's Center INC at a glance
St Mary's Center INC is a 39-bed non-profit nursing home in New York, New York (New York County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the New York average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.1 hours of nursing care per day (1 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 12, 2025) found 2 health citations. The New York average is 8.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 44.8% per year (state average 40.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 39
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- August 31, 1992
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- New York County
- CMS Certification Number
- 335762
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.10 hrs | 3.63 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.96 hrs | 0.71 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.69 hrs | 2.15 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.79 hrs | 3.18 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 44.8% | 40.3% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 22.2% | 39.8% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 2 | 8 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 12 | 62.2 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $23,070 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 39 | 188 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 36 | 168 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 91.8% | 90.5% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 0% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.7% | 6.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 55.1% | 13.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.1% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2.9% | 0.5% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 4.4% | 14.1% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 6% | 12.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| 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% | 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) | 4.9% | 13.2% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 5.3% | 19.5% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.3% | 91.5% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 83.3% | 77.4% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 7 health deficiencies and 19 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 12, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 11, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 11, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 11, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 11, 2025 |
| February 12, 2025 Standard | 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 April 11, 2025 |
| September 27, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 2, 2023 |
| September 27, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 31, 2023 |
| September 27, 2023 Fire safety | Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0225 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 2, 2023 |
| September 27, 2023 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 2, 2023 |
| September 27, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 26, 2023 |
| September 27, 2023 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 2, 2023 |
| September 27, 2023 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 2, 2023 |
| September 27, 2023 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 15, 2023 |
| September 27, 2023 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 November 15, 2023 |
| September 27, 2023 Complaint | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 15, 2023 |
| April 11, 2022 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 11, 2022 |
| April 11, 2022 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 28, 2022 |
| April 11, 2022 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 11, 2022 |
| April 11, 2022 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 11, 2022 |
| April 11, 2022 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 11, 2022 |
| April 11, 2022 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 11, 2022 |
| April 11, 2022 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 11, 2022 |
| April 11, 2022 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected June 11, 2022 |
| April 11, 2022 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected June 11, 2022 |
| April 11, 2022 Standard | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 13, 2022 |
| April 11, 2022 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 13, 2022 |
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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ST. MARYS CENTER INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 08/02/1992 |
| CHIJIOKE, ESTHER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/02/2020 |
| LANTIGUA, XIOMARA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/17/2004 |
| OKWODU, JOHN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/03/2024 |
| ST. MARYS CENTER INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/10/2025 |
| FORD, LAWRENCE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| FRIEDMAN, WILLIAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/09/2021 |
| HARRIS, FREDERICK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
| JAVITS, TOM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2002 |
| POLLARD, DIANE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| ROSS, LESLIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2000 |
| SAMUELS, PETER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/26/2018 |
| THOMAS, AYANNA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
| FRIEDMAN, WILLIAM Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/26/2018 |
| LANTIGUA, XIOMARA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/17/2004 |
| ROSS, LESLIE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/09/2021 |
| FORD, LAWRENCE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/09/2021 |
| FRIEDMAN, WILLIAM Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/09/2021 |
| HARRIS, FREDERICK Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/09/2021 |
| JAVITS, TOM Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/09/2021 |
| POLLARD, DIANE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/09/2021 |
| ROSS, LESLIE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/09/2021 |
| SAMUELS, PETER Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/09/2021 |
| THOMAS, AYANNA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/09/2021 |
| ARGUS COMMUNITY, INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/09/2021 |
| CHIJIOKE, ESTHER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/02/2020 |
| LANTIGUA, XIOMARA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/17/2004 |
| OKWODU, JOHN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/03/2024 |
| ST. MARYS CENTER INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/1992 |
| CHIJIOKE, ESTHER Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/02/2020 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is St Mary's Center INC's rating?
St Mary's Center INC has 5 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 St Mary's Center INC receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a New York average of 8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does St Mary's Center INC 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 St Mary's Center INC?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is St Mary's Center INC and how do I contact it?
St Mary's Center INC is at 516 West 126th Street, New York, NY 10027. Phone: (212) 662-1826.
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.