nursing home in Valhalla, NY
The Knolls
55 Grasslands Road, Valhalla, NY 10595 · (914) 989-7800
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
The Knolls at a glance
The Knolls is a 20-bed non-profit nursing home in Valhalla, New York (Westchester 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 4.7 hours of nursing care per day (1.8 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (October 16, 2023) found 0 health citations. The New York average is 8.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 24% per year (state average 40.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 20
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- April 15, 2003
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Westchester County
- CMS Certification Number
- 335844
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) | 5 / 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) | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 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) | 4.70 hrs | 3.63 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.78 hrs | 0.71 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.90 hrs | 2.15 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.28 hrs | 3.18 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 24% | 40.3% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 12.5% | 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) | 0 | 8 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 9 | 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 | 20 | 188 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 19 | 168 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 96% | 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) | 14.7% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.7% | 6.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 24% | 13.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.1% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.5% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 20.7% | 14.1% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.7% | 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) | 6.3% | 13.2% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 17.3% | 19.5% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 85.3% | 91.5% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.6% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 66.7% | 78.8% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 28.9% | 77.4% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 8 health deficiencies and 8 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 16, 2023 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 27, 2023 |
| October 16, 2023 Fire safety | Have proper power supply for life support equipment. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0915 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 27, 2023 |
| October 16, 2023 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 27, 2023 |
| July 6, 2021 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 6, 2021 |
| July 6, 2021 Fire safety | Establish emergency prep training and testing. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0036 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected September 6, 2021 |
| July 6, 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 September 6, 2021 |
| July 6, 2021 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 6, 2021 |
| July 6, 2021 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 6, 2021 |
| July 6, 2021 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 6, 2021 |
| July 6, 2021 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 September 6, 2021 |
| July 6, 2021 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 September 6, 2021 |
| July 6, 2021 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 6, 2021 |
| July 6, 2021 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 6, 2021 |
| September 12, 2019 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 25, 2019 |
| September 12, 2019 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2019 |
| September 12, 2019 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| GOLDSTEIN, BETH Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/22/2011 |
| MARKOPOULOS, ANASTASIOS Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2016 |
| ALEXANDER, JENNIFER Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2016 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Knolls's rating?
The Knolls 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 The Knolls receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a New York average of 8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does The Knolls 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 The Knolls?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is The Knolls and how do I contact it?
The Knolls is at 55 Grasslands Road, Valhalla, NY 10595. Phone: (914) 989-7800.
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.