Northwoods Rehab and Nursing Center at Moravia
7 Keeler Avenue · Moravia, NY · 13118 · 3154970440
40 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Stern Consultants
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
69% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.61 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.39 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.32 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 69% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (20 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D November 18, 2025
Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.
Corrected December 15, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 18, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 15, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 18, 2025
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected December 15, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F November 18, 2025
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Corrected December 15, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E November 18, 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 December 15, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D November 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected December 15, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected December 15, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 13, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected July 31, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 13, 2024
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 July 26, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 13, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 9, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D June 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected July 26, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected August 9, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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No harm found · C June 13, 2024
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected July 26, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D May 25, 2022
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected July 1, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 25, 2022
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected July 1, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E May 25, 2022
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected July 1, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 25, 2022
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected July 1, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D May 25, 2022
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 1, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D May 25, 2022
Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.
Corrected July 1, 2022 · Environmental
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No harm found · B May 25, 2022
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected June 24, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 335077 · 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.