Beechtree Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
318 South Albany Street · Ithaca, NY · 14850 · 6072734166
120 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Upstate Services Group
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.26 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.50 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.68 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 50% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (20 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D August 29, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 29, 2025
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 October 28, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 29, 2025
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Corrected October 28, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F August 29, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 28, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E August 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected October 28, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 28, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D November 17, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 16, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D November 17, 2023
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected January 16, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D November 17, 2023 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected January 16, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E November 17, 2023 · found via complaint
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 16, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 17, 2023 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected January 16, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 17, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected January 16, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 17, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 16, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 17, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected January 16, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 17, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
Corrected January 16, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E November 17, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected January 16, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 2021
Protect a residents' right to refuse some types of non-requested transfers within the nursing home.
Corrected October 1, 2021 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 9, 2021
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected October 1, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 2021
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected October 1, 2021 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 2021
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Corrected October 1, 2021 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 335017 · 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.