Fort Hudson Nursing Center Inc
319 Upper Broadway · Fort Edward, NY · 12828 · 5187472811
196 certified beds Non profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- 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: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.59 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.42 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.89 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (14 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 6, 2024
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected January 15, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 6, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected January 14, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F December 6, 2024
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected January 31, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D December 6, 2024
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.
Corrected January 17, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 6, 2024
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected January 17, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 6, 2024
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected January 31, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 13, 2021
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected January 31, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 13, 2021
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 31, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 12, 2019
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected September 5, 2019 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 12, 2019
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected September 5, 2019 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 12, 2019
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 5, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 12, 2019
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected September 5, 2019 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E July 12, 2019
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 5, 2019 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 12, 2019
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Corrected September 5, 2019 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 335300 · certified since January 12, 1970. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.