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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.1/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in New York State. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 2.7/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in New York State. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in New York State. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

Compare Nursing Homes around New York State

Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the NY State Dept. of Health (NYSDOH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Ditmas Park Nursing & Rehab
NH
PC
SNF
Brooklyn (Flatbush)
240
Facility 240
NY AVG 160
Rank #110 / 739
95.0%
Facility 95.0%
NY AVG 87.1
Rank #174 / 410
+9%- +50%-
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
85
Facility 85
NY AVG 83
Rank #263 / 608
7
Facility 7
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #31 / 401
2.3
Facility 2.3
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #29 / 401
-228A-
93
Facility 93
NY AVG 63
Rank #191 / 1169
Bmo Family Holdings LLC
$62.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $62.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #42 / 388
$9.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #64 / 388
14.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 14.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 37%
Rank #323 / 388
335648
United Hebrew of New Rochelle
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
New Rochelle
294
Facility 294
NY AVG 160
Rank #72 / 739
57.1%
Facility 57.1%
NY AVG 87.1
Rank #377 / 410
-34%
3.72
Facility 3.72
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #117 / 394
+31%+4%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
96
Facility 96
NY AVG 83
Rank #43 / 608
7
Facility 7
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #31 / 401
2.3
Facility 2.3
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #29 / 401
-168-
80
Facility 80
NY AVG 63
Rank #454 / 1169
Rita Mabli
$31.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $31.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #127 / 388
$27.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $27.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #53 / 388
86%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 86%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 37%
Rank #6 / 388
335621
Hopkins Center For Rehabilitation And Healthcare
NH
SNF
Brooklyn (Boerum Hill)
288
Facility 288
NY AVG 160
Rank #73 / 739
99.0%
Facility 99.0%
NY AVG 87.1
Rank #18 / 410
+14%
2.88
Facility 2.88
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #287 / 394
-16%-20%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
85
Facility 85
NY AVG 83
Rank #263 / 608
14
Facility 14
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #147 / 401
4.7
Facility 4.7
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #192 / 401
-285-
97
Facility 97
NY AVG 63
Rank #80 / 1169
Hopkins Ventures LLC
$52.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $52.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #78 / 388
$20.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $20.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #63 / 388
39.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 39.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 37%
Rank #109 / 388
335847
The Plaza Rehab and Nursing Center
NH
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
Bronx (Fordham Manor)
744
Facility 744
NY AVG 160
Rank #1 / 739
98.0%
Facility 98.0%
NY AVG 87.1
Rank #59 / 410
+12%
3.22
Facility 3.22
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #204 / 394
+74%-10%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
81
Facility 81
NY AVG 83
Rank #351 / 608
14
Facility 14
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #147 / 401
4.7
Facility 4.7
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #192 / 401
-729A+
87
Facility 87
NY AVG 63
Rank #344 / 1169
Tcprnc, LLC (For Profit)
$127.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $127.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #2 / 388
$51.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $51.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #5 / 388
40.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 40.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 37%
Rank #278 / 388
335462
Amsterdam Nursing Home
NH
SNF
New York (Manhattan)
409
Facility 409
NY AVG 160
Rank #23 / 739
98.0%
Facility 98.0%
NY AVG 87.1
Rank #59 / 410
+12%
3.25
Facility 3.25
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #204 / 394
+5%-9%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
78
Facility 78
NY AVG 83
Rank #395 / 608
14
Facility 14
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #147 / 401
7.0
Facility 7.0
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #329 / 401
-401A+
93
Facility 93
NY AVG 63
Rank #191 / 1169
Judith Fenster
$81.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $81.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #19 / 388
$30.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $30.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #25 / 388
37.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 37.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 37%
Rank #239 / 388
335570
Meadowbrook Care Center
NH
MC
PC
SNF
Freeport (West Merrick Road)
280
Facility 280
NY AVG 160
Rank #76 / 739
93.9%
Facility 93.9%
NY AVG 87.1
Rank #211 / 410
+8%
3.09
Facility 3.09
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #238 / 394
+31%-14%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
81
Facility 81
NY AVG 83
Rank #351 / 608
13
Facility 13
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #125 / 401
4.3
Facility 4.3
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #152 / 401
-263A+
75
Facility 75
NY AVG 63
Rank #527 / 1169
Dov Berkowitz
$46.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $46.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #88 / 388
$26.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $26.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #46 / 388
57.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 57.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 37%
Rank #30 / 388
335796
Upper East Side Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
NH
PC
SNF
New York (Manhattan)
499
Facility 499
NY AVG 160
Rank #14 / 739
92.0%
Facility 92.0%
NY AVG 87.1
Rank #252 / 410
+6%
2.74
Facility 2.74
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #340 / 394
+85%-23%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
87
Facility 87
NY AVG 83
Rank #227 / 608
9
Facility 9
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #57 / 401
3.0
Facility 3.0
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #59 / 401
-459-
97
Facility 97
NY AVG 63
Rank #80 / 1169
Celma Dumaguing
$88.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $88.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #20 / 388
$30.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $30.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #52 / 388
33.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 33.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 37%
Rank #370 / 388
335232
Fort Tryon Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
NH
SNF
New York (Manhattan)
205
Facility 205
NY AVG 160
Rank #156 / 739
98.0%
Facility 98.0%
NY AVG 87.1
Rank #59 / 410
+12%
3.63
Facility 3.63
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #133 / 394
+4%+1%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
81
Facility 81
NY AVG 83
Rank #351 / 608
9
Facility 9
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #57 / 401
3.0
Facility 3.0
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #59 / 401
-201-
88
Facility 88
NY AVG 63
Rank #317 / 1169
Shelly Nakdimen
$32.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $32.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #183 / 388
$10.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #202 / 388
32.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 32.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 37%
Rank #293 / 388
335257
Massapequa Center Rehabilitation & Nursing
NH
ADC
PC
SNF
Amityville (Louden Avenue)
320
Facility 320
NY AVG 160
Rank #45 / 739
89.1%
Facility 89.1%
NY AVG 87.1
Rank #302 / 410
+2%
3.01
Facility 3.01
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #262 / 394
-14%-16%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
75
Facility 75
NY AVG 83
Rank #451 / 608
11
Facility 11
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #90 / 401
5.5
Facility 5.5
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #259 / 401
-285-
62
Facility 62
NY AVG 63
Rank #677 / 1169
Aharon Bleier
$58.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $58.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #32 / 388
$28.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $28.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #40 / 388
47.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 47.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 37%
Rank #242 / 388
335213
Cypress Garden Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation
NH
SNF
Queens (Flushing)
268
Facility 268
NY AVG 160
Rank #94 / 739
97.0%
Facility 97.0%
NY AVG 87.1
Rank #95 / 410
+11%
2.58
Facility 2.58
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #366 / 394
+16%-28%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
94
Facility 94
NY AVG 83
Rank #81 / 608
12
Facility 12
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #107 / 401
4.0
Facility 4.0
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #124 / 401
-260A+
96
Facility 96
NY AVG 63
Rank #107 / 1169
Kprh IV Operations, LLC (For Profit)
$39.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $39.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #89 / 388
$15.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #93 / 388
39.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 39.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 37%
Rank #202 / 388
335446
Linden Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation
NH
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Brooklyn (East New York)
280
Facility 280
NY AVG 160
Rank #76 / 739
97.9%
Facility 97.9%
NY AVG 87.1
Rank #69 / 410
+12%
3.82
Facility 3.82
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #107 / 394
-14%+7%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
93
Facility 93
NY AVG 83
Rank #94 / 608
16
Facility 16
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #185 / 401
8.0
Facility 8.0
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #351 / 401
-274-
77
Facility 77
NY AVG 63
Rank #500 / 1169
Allure Care Management LLC
$44.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $44.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #62 / 388
$15.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #58 / 388
35.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 35.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 37%
Rank #170 / 388
335811
Buena Vida Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
NH
MC
SNF
Brooklyn (Bushwick)
240
Facility 240
NY AVG 160
Rank #110 / 739
95.8%
Facility 95.8%
NY AVG 87.1
Rank #152 / 410
+10%
2.81
Facility 2.81
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #312 / 394
+96%-22%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
76
Facility 76
NY AVG 83
Rank #434 / 608
11
Facility 11
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #90 / 401
2.2
Facility 2.2
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #26 / 401
-230-
94
Facility 94
NY AVG 63
Rank #158 / 1169
Fbh Healthcare Group LLC
$36.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $36.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #132 / 388
$14.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #130 / 388
39.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 39.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 37%
Rank #178 / 388
335826
Edna Tina Wilson Living Center
NH
HOS
MC
SNF
Rochester (Island Cottage Road)
120
Facility 120
NY AVG 160
Rank #408 / 739
98.3%
Facility 98.3%
NY AVG 87.1
Rank #45 / 410
+13%
4.83
Facility 4.83
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #21 / 394
-56%+35%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
86
Facility 86
NY AVG 83
Rank #247 / 608
5
Facility 5
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #15 / 401
1.7
Facility 1.7
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #10 / 401
-118-
2
Facility 2
NY AVG 63
Rank #1140 / 1169
Sandra Loan
$12.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #302 / 388
$11.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #250 / 388
85.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 85.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 37%
Rank #42 / 388
335769
Haym Salomon Home for Nursing & Rehabilitation
NH
ADC
HOS
PC
SNF
Brooklyn
240
Facility 240
NY AVG 160
Rank #110 / 739
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NY AVG 87.1
Rank #1 / 410
+15%- -54%-
$8.5k
Facility $8.5k
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #303 / 402
81
Facility 81
NY AVG 83
Rank #351 / 608
15
Facility 15
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #163 / 401
5.0
Facility 5.0
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #212 / 401
-240-
93
Facility 93
NY AVG 63
Rank #191 / 1169
Anna Paneth Estate
$47.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $47.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #45 / 388
$27.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $27.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #54 / 388
57%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 57%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 37%
Rank #232 / 388
335656
Staten Island Care Center
NH
MC
SNF
Staten Island (Mid Island)
300
Facility 300
NY AVG 160
Rank #62 / 739
97.0%
Facility 97.0%
NY AVG 87.1
Rank #95 / 410
+11%
2.39
Facility 2.39
NY AVG 3.58
Rank #389 / 394
-25%-33%
$0
Facility $0
NY AVG $67.6k
Rank #1 / 402
90
Facility 90
NY AVG 83
Rank #156 / 608
10
Facility 10
NY AVG 18.5
Rank #75 / 401
3.3
Facility 3.3
NY AVG 5.1
Rank #83 / 401
-291A+
45
Facility 45
NY AVG 63
Rank #822 / 1169
Constance Leifer
$53.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $53.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $32.0M
Rank #47 / 388
$16.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $16.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG $10.7M
Rank #74 / 388
31.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 31.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG 37%
Rank #312 / 388
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Overview of Adira at Riverside Rehabilitation & Nursing

Situated in a tranquil location, Adira at Riverside offers a haven of serenity overlooking the picturesque Hudson River valley. With a commitment to comprehensive care, the facility provides a holistic approach that addresses the mind, spirit, and body of each individual. As an esteemed institution with a certified ventilator facility, Adira at Riverside enjoys a close partnership with St. John’s Riverside Hospital, sharing a common campus.

Blending the sophistication of a luxurious spa resort with the exceptional care provided by a highly regarded, five-star CMS-rated rehabilitation center, Adira at Riverside sets a new standard in senior care. The dedicated team of skilled and compassionate professionals treats patients like family, surpassing expectations to cater to the unique needs and preferences of each individual. In addition to round-the-clock medical attention, including medication administration and personal hygiene assistance, the nursing care team also supports residents with daily activities such as appointment scheduling, financial management, and other tasks that they may require assistance with. Whether for a temporary or long-term stay, residents are welcomed into a warm and compassionate environment on the dedicated long-term care floor

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Overview of Peconic Landing Home Health Services

Peconic Landing Home Health Services. is an outstanding home care provider in Greenport, NY, offering home health aides, memory care, personal care, companionship, and nursing care. Older adults can ease their worries with a kind and highly skilled team attending to their needs, ensuring their comfort and safety. Light housekeeping, laundry, home organization, and errands are cared for, ensuring older adults enjoy hassle-free living.

Encouraging older adults to live actively and maintain social connections, cheerful companions accompany them and spend quality time with them. Medication oversight and post-surgical support are also available for older adults’ healthcare needs. Focusing on those residing in Suffolk, this home care provider is ideal for those looking to live a blissful retirement in the safety of their homes.

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Overview of Nyack Ridge Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

Nyack Ridge Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is a nursing home in Valley Cottage, NY, offering long-term care, memory care, rehabilitation, and respite care. Dedicated to older adults’ healing, the community features a supportive and familiar setting. With thoughtfully prepared dining options, housekeeping, laundry, and 24-hour care, residents experience a maintenance-free lifestyle. Along with a well-trained care team, customized care plans are also provided to help residents recover and live to their potential.

Sensory stimulation, music therapy, and exercise groups encourage residents to maintain their holistic well-being and live actively. Residents can also focus on their wellness, as well-maintained amenities and spacious common areas are available. Montefiore Nyack Hospital, Valley Cottage Library, and public transportation are located nearby, providing residents with quick access to necessities and leisure. As one of the highly recommended options for senior living in New York, this nursing home ensures older adults can thrive in retirement.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in New York State

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in New York State?

Assisted living in New York State is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does New York State Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — New York State Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 453 nursing homes in New York State. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in New York State?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in New York State, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in New York State?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.