Elderwood at Amherst

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Amherst, NY

CMS overall rating

4459 Bailey Ave, Amherst, NY 14226 View map

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Elderwood at Amherst accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

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Elderwood at Amherst accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Elderwood at Amherst

Located in Amherst, in Erie County, New York, Elderwood at Amherst is a 92-bed skilled nursing home. The facility is operated by 4459 Bailey Avenue Operating Company, LLC, and owned by Warren Cole. It specializes in rehabilitation and post-acute care, offering subacute rehabilitation, oncology, and palliative care services. The community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, so families have several ways to cover the cost of short-term recovery and longer-term care needs.

Daily nurse staffing averages over 4 hours per resident, supplemented by nursing aides who provide an additional 3.5 hours of care. This staffing depth can support residents recovering from surgery, acute illness, or medical events that require hands-on rehabilitation. Respite care is also available for families who need short-term placement while managing care at home.

The facility’s current occupancy rate is 89%, and most residents stay for an average of 84 days. Elderwood serves short-term post-acute rehabilitation, and residents stay for ongoing skilled nursing support. The community offers daily housekeeping and laundry services, and complimentary WiFi throughout. A large rehabilitation gym is available for residents receiving therapy services. There are also daily activities and social programming so residents can spend time and build connections with peers.

The Amherst location has a walkability score of 37. Families visiting the facility will likely rely on a car for most trips. The home is located in a quieter area away from the city center.

Facility Direct Line (716) 835-2543

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Staffing hours breakdown

Hours per resident per day — compared to New York state averages

Total nursing care / resident

4h 14m per day

This facility New York avg (3h 35m per day)

vs New York avg

+18%

1 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Physical Therapist is +77% above state avg

Staff type	Hours / Day / Resident	vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.	42m per day	■ Avg State avg: 42m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.	58m per day	▲ 25% State avg: 47m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.	2h 22m per day	▲ 8% State avg: 2h 11m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.	3h 32m per day	▲ 9% State avg: 3h 14m per day · National avg: 3h 27m per day
Physical Therapist Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.	12m per day	▲ 77% State avg: 7m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.	24m per day	▼ 16% State avg: 29m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Capacity and availability

84 days

92-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

Walk Score: 37 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

89%

Similar to the New York average: 88.3%

Occupied beds

82 / 92

Average occupied beds in New York homes 166 beds

Facility TypeNursing Home

StatusActive

CountyErie

License Number1451307N

CMS Certification Number335056

Elderwood at Amherst is legally operated by 4459 Bailey Avenue Operating Company, LLC (For Profit).

Owner Name4459 Bailey Avenue Operating Company, LLC (For Profit)

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Daily Housekeeping And Laundry

Complimentary Wifi

Bright

Spacious Rehab Gym With State-Of-The-Art Equipment

Lively Social Activities

Since 2020 · 6 years of data 2 enforcement actions 37 citations 96 complaints 21 inspections 21 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

15 points below the New York average for nursing homes (83/100)

Enforcement Actions Enforcement actions are formal penalties or interventions imposed by New York regulators when a nursing home fails to meet state or federal care, safety, or regulatory standards. They may include directed plans of correction, civil monetary penalties, denial of payment, or appointment of temporary management.

Since 2020

2 enforcement actions

This facility has 2 enforcement actions. 33% of New York nursing homes have zero, and the statewide average is 1.6.

December 15, 2023 Quality of Care #NH-24-042
October 8, 2020 Quality of Care #NH-21-150

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New York state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. New York state average

Overall vs. NY average

Latest Inspection December 4, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	NY Average	vs. NY Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	37	13	This facility has 185% more total citations than a typical New York nursing home (37 vs. NY avg 13).↑ 185% worse
Health citations Citations related to resident care, clinical practices, and day-to-day operations.	31	20	This facility has 55% more health citations than a typical New York nursing home (31 vs. NY avg 20).↑ 55% worse
Life safety citations Citations related to building safety — fire prevention, emergency egress, and similar.	6	4	This facility has 50% more life safety citations than a typical New York nursing home (6 vs. NY avg 4).↑ 50% worse
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2021.	7.4	2.6	This facility has 185% more citations per year than a typical New York nursing home (7.4 vs. NY avg 2.6).↑ 185% worse
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	1.8	1.4	This facility has 29% more citations per inspection than a typical New York nursing home (1.8 vs. NY avg 1.4).↑ 29% worse

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	NY Average	vs. NY Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	21	9	This facility has 133% more total inspections than a typical New York nursing home (21 vs. NY avg 9).↑ 133% worse
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	11	4	This facility has 175% more inspections with citations than a typical New York nursing home (11 vs. NY avg 4).↑ 175% worse
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	52%	44%	This facility has 8 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical New York nursing home (52% vs. NY avg 44%).↑ 8% worse

Complaints & Investigations Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.	This Facility	NY Average	vs. NY Avg
Total complaints Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.	96	79	This facility has 22% more total complaints than a typical New York nursing home (96 vs. NY avg 79).↑ 22% worse
Complaints per year Average complaints per year since 2021.	19.2	15.8	This facility has 22% more complaints per year than a typical New York nursing home (19.2 vs. NY avg 15.8).↑ 22% worse
Complaints per bed Size-adjusted complaint rate based on occupied beds.	1.17	0.50	This facility has 134% more complaints per bed than a typical New York nursing home (1.17 vs. NY avg 0.5).↑ 134% worse
Complaint investigations On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with New York regulators.	21	15	This facility has 40% more complaint investigations than a typical New York nursing home (21 vs. NY avg 15).↑ 40% worse

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

December 4, 2025 complaint investigation confirmed substantiated physical and mental abuse by two certified nurse aides, resulting in resident injury and staff termination.
April 18, 2025 routine and complaint surveys found 8 deficiencies including medication errors, labeling issues, and evacuation plan problems, all corrected by June 12, 2025.
January 16, 2025 complaint survey cited 2 deficiencies on administration and resident rights, both corrected by March 12, 2025.

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Inspections since 2022

Total health inspections 3

New York average 3.6

Last Health inspection on Apr 2025

Total health citations

New York average 18.5

Citations per inspection

3.33

New York average 5.05

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

9 of 10 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 10 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)

Critical health citations

400% worse than New York average

New York average: 0.2

Serious health citations

100% better than New York average

New York average: 0.2

1 critical citation New York average: 0.2

0 serious citations New York average: 0.2

9 moderate citations New York average: 17.4

0 minor citations New York average: 0.7

Citations history (last 4 years)

Pharmacy moderate citation Apr 18, 2025

Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Apr 18, 2025

Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Apr 18, 2025

Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Dec 15, 2023

Corrected

Employee Flu Vaccination Rate: 74%

Percentage of facility employees vaccinated against influenza.

Total Cases 16

Active Cases 4

Closed 12

Since 2018

Most Recent 2024

Next Court Date Apr 23, 2026

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Total staff 250

Employees 250

Contractors 0

Staff to resident ratio 2.78 : 1

1485% more staff per resident than New York average

Avg staff/day 56

Average shift 7.5 hours

0% compared with New York average

Total staff hours (quarter) 38,856

Nursing staff breakdown

7.7 hours

8.4 hours

104

7.7 hours

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors 0% — all staff are direct employees this quarter

Staff by category


Certified Nursing Assistant	104	104	18,293	92	100%	7.7
Licensed Practical Nurse	43	43	7,126	92	100%	8.4
Registered Nurse	21	21	4,319	91	99%	7.7
Physical Therapy Assistant	18	18	1,852	82	89%	6.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician	21	21	1,531	89	97%	6.5
Other Dietary Services Staff	7	7	1,188	90	98%	7.5
Clinical Nurse Specialist	6	6	566	65	71%	7.1
Qualified Social Worker	7	7	526	60	65%	6.9
Administrator	3	3	465	62	67%	7.5
Nurse Practitioner	2	2	465	61	66%	7.6
Mental Health Service Worker	3	3	458	55	60%	7.5
Dietitian	2	2	416	56	61%	7.4
Dental Services Staff	1	1	416	55	60%	7.6
Speech Language Pathologist	1	1	379	61	66%	6.2
RN Director of Nursing	1	1	350	48	52%	7.3
Occupational Therapy Aide	3	3	204	29	32%	6.6
Feeding Assistant	2	2	126	32	35%	3.2
Medical Director	2	2	72	33	36%	1.8
Occupational Therapy Assistant	1	1	55	15	16%	3.7
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist	1	1	35	5	5%	7.1
Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff	1	1	17	11	12%	1.6

104 Certified Nursing Assistant

% of Days 100%

43 Licensed Practical Nurse

% of Days 100%

21 Registered Nurse

% of Days 99%

18 Physical Therapy Assistant

% of Days 89%

21 Respiratory Therapy Technician

% of Days 97%

7 Other Dietary Services Staff

% of Days 98%

6 Clinical Nurse Specialist

% of Days 71%

7 Qualified Social Worker

% of Days 65%

3 Administrator

% of Days 67%

2 Nurse Practitioner

% of Days 66%

3 Mental Health Service Worker

% of Days 60%

2 Dietitian

% of Days 61%

1 Dental Services Staff

% of Days 60%

1 Speech Language Pathologist

% of Days 66%

1 RN Director of Nursing

% of Days 52%

3 Occupational Therapy Aide

% of Days 32%

2 Feeding Assistant

% of Days 35%

2 Medical Director

% of Days 36%

1 Occupational Therapy Assistant

% of Days 16%

1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

% of Days 5%

1 Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff

% of Days 12%

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Total fines amount $25K

62% lower than New York average

New York average: $66K

Number of fines 1

51% fewer fines than New York average

New York average: 2.0

Payment Denials 0

100% fewer payment denials than New York average

New York average: 0.1

Fines amount comparison

This facility $25K

New York average $66K

Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Dec 15, 2023 · $25K

Civil Money Penalty Dec 15, 2023

$25K

Last updated: Jan 2026

High-risk clinical events score 11.7

19% worse than New York average

New York average: 9.8

Functional decline score 23.5

29% worse than New York average

New York average: 18.1

Long-stay resident measures

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased 24.0%

46% worse than New York average

New York average: 16.4%

Walking Ability Worsened 17.6%

6% worse than New York average

New York average: 16.6%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence 28.7%

34% worse than New York average

New York average: 21.4%

Falls with Major Injury 2.0%

32% better than New York average

New York average: 3.0%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers 13.3%

85% worse than New York average

New York average: 7.2%

Urinary Tract Infection 1.2%

13% better than New York average

New York average: 1.4%

Lost Too Much Weight 1.5%

75% better than New York average

New York average: 6.1%

Depressive Symptoms 1.7%

91% better than New York average

New York average: 18.1%

Antipsychotic Use 17.2%

37% worse than New York average

New York average: 12.6%

Pneumococcal Vaccine 71.7%

22% worse than New York average

New York average: 91.4%

Influenza Vaccine 97.0%

In line with New York average

New York average: 95.2%

Short-stay resident measures

Pneumococcal Vaccine 49.9%

35% worse than New York average

New York average: 76.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase 0.0%

100% better than New York average

New York average: 1.3%

Influenza Vaccine 57.7%

27% worse than New York average

New York average: 78.8%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

28% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 26 days

Private pay

70% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 7 years

Total residents 90

Medicare

5.6% of residents

Medicaid

48.9% of residents

Private pay or other

45.6% of residents

Programs & Services

Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Financial Trends

Historical financial and operational data for Elderwood at Amherst from 2011–2023, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.

Occupancy Rate 90.4% ↑ 1.3pp vs 2022

Net Patient Income -$1.8M ↓ ~$577.3K vs 2022

Payroll Costs $7.9M ↑ ~$2.0M vs 2022

Operating Margin -15.7% ↓ 5.1pp vs 2022

Metric	2011	2012	2013	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Occupancy %	93.9%	94.3%	92.4%	92.1%	90.2%	89.4%	74.4%	74.6%	89.0%	90.4%
Beds	92	92	92	92	92	92	92	92	92	92
Net Income	$896,470	$385,319	$409,939	$478,927	$311,016	-$101,325	-$1,249,331	-$1,259,796	$183,992	-$1,312,362
Gross Revenue	$9,092,316	$8,535,640	$3,882,622	$12,487,370	$12,768,792	$13,815,763	$11,560,672	$13,884,746	$16,716,815	$17,803,661
Operating Expenses	$8,214,345	$8,152,634	$3,475,246	$10,603,083	$11,018,869	$11,208,219	$10,519,236	$11,443,413	$12,361,379	$12,993,175
Net Patient Income	$877,970	$373,251	$407,376	$352,292	$2,592	-$197,334	-$1,984,214	-$1,624,729	-$1,186,961	-$1,764,243
Net Patient Revenue	$9,092,315	$8,525,885	$3,882,622	$10,955,375	$11,021,461	$11,010,885	$8,535,022	$9,818,684	$11,174,418	$11,228,932
Payroll Costs	$4,939,823	$5,003,433	$2,189,117	$6,290,885	$6,415,679	$6,401,777	$6,108,646	$5,885,948	$5,847,573	$7,893,001
Operating Margin %	9.7%	4.4%	10.5%	3.2%	0.0%	-1.8%	-23.3%	-16.6%	-10.6%	-15.7%
Medicare %	6.4%	6.6%	7.9%	6.4%	7.8%	6.8%	5.2%	11.5%	7.6%	8.5%
Medicaid %	50.4%	47.9%	43.4%	41.9%	34.2%	35.3%	45.2%	48.9%	49.6%	58.5%
Private %	43.2%	45.4%	48.7%	51.7%	58.0%	57.9%	49.6%	39.6%	42.7%	32.9%
Net Patient Revenue/Day	$288	$268	$291	$354	$364	$367	$341	$392	$374	$370
Cost/Day	$261	$257	$260	$343	$364	$373	$420	$457	$414	$428
Avg Length of Stay	66.2 days	69.7 days	67.1 days	62.1 days	63.2 days	70.6 days	81.1 days	48.1 days	76.3 days	84.0 days

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.

Net patient revenue

$11.2M

Net patient income

-$1.8M

For-profit Operated by a single business entity.

Net patient revenue

$11.2M

Net patient income

-$1.8M

Other income

$451.9K

Payroll costs

$7.9M 70.3% of net patient revenue

Other operating costs

$5.1M

Total costs

$13.0M

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Most new residents arrive under private pay (70% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 1 - 2 months.

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 28%

Private pay 70%

Medicaid 2%

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 25%

Private pay 66%

Medicaid 9%

2.6 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Amherst's city center to Elderwood at Amherst's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Community First Choice Option

NY Medicaid CFCO

Age 65+ or disabled

General New York resident, Medicaid- eligible, care need (not necessarily nursing home level).

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $30,182 individual, higher due to NY Medicaid expansion

Higher asset limit; urban density increases demand.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Assistive technology ($500 avg.)

Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP)

NY EISEP

Age 60+

General New York resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.

Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies

Asset Limits $15,000 individual

Cost-sharing required above certain income; urban/rural balance.

Benefits

In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Case management Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE)

NY SCRIE

Age 62+

General NYC resident, live in rent-controlled/stabilized apartment, spend >1/3 of income on rent.

Income Limits (2025) $50,000/year household

Asset Limits No strict asset cap, but income-focused eligibility.

Limited to NYC’s rent-regulated units; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits

Rent freeze (e.g., covers increases of $50-$200+/month); tax credit for landlord

Senior Citizen Homeowners’ Exemption (SCHE)

NY SCHE

Age 65+

General NYC resident, own and live in a 1-3 family home, co-op, or condo.

Income Limits (2025) $58,399/year household

Asset Limits No strict asset cap, income-driven eligibility.

Applies only in NYC; excludes large apartment buildings.

Benefits

Property tax reduction (5-50%, e.g., $500-$5,000/year based on income and property value)

New York Foundation for Senior Citizens (NYFSC) Home Sharing Program

NYFSC Home Sharing

Age One participant must be 60+ (host or guest)

General NYC resident, able to share living space.

Income Limits No strict limit, but targets those needing cost relief.

Asset Limits Not applicable; focus on housing need.

Primarily NYC-focused; limited slots due to demand.

Benefits

Shared housing (reduces rent/living costs by 30-50%, e.g., $500-$1,000/month savings); optional light assistance between housemates

Who is the owner of Elderwood at Amherst?

Elderwood at Amherst is legally operated by 4459 Bailey Avenue Operating Company, LLC (For Profit).

Is Elderwood at Amherst in a walkable area?

Elderwood at Amherst has a walk score of 37. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Elderwood at Amherst?

According to NY state health department records, Elderwood at Amherst's license number is 1451307N.

What is the occupancy rate at Elderwood at Amherst?

Elderwood at Amherst's occupancy is 89%.

Does Elderwood at Amherst operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Elderwood at Amherst is registered as a for-profit in NY.

How many beds does Elderwood at Amherst have?

Elderwood at Amherst has 92 beds.

Has Elderwood at Amherst had any recent citations?

Elderwood at Amherst has had 37 recently reported citations.

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Elderwood at Amherst

Overview of Elderwood at Amherst

Quality ratings

Staffing hours breakdown

Capacity and availability

About this community

Occupancy

License Details

Ownership & Operating Entity

Therapy & Rehabilitation

Amenities & Lifestyle

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Inspection History

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New York state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

Complaints & Investigations Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2022

Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)

Citations history (last 4 years)

Infection Prevention & Vaccination

Lawsuit overview for Elderwood at Amherst

Staffing Data

Nursing staff breakdown

Registered Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse

Certified Nursing Assistant

Contractor staffing

Staff by category

104 Certified Nursing Assistant

43 Licensed Practical Nurse

21 Registered Nurse

18 Physical Therapy Assistant

21 Respiratory Therapy Technician

7 Other Dietary Services Staff

6 Clinical Nurse Specialist

7 Qualified Social Worker

3 Administrator

2 Nurse Practitioner

3 Mental Health Service Worker

2 Dietitian

1 Dental Services Staff

1 Speech Language Pathologist

1 RN Director of Nursing

3 Occupational Therapy Aide

2 Feeding Assistant

2 Medical Director

1 Occupational Therapy Assistant

1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

1 Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff

Penalties and fines

Fines amount comparison

Fines amount comparison

Penalty History

Quality of care over time

Long-stay resident measures

Short-stay resident measures

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

Private pay

Medicaid

Facility Characteristics

Programs & Services

Residents Group

Active Resident Council

Financial Trends

Financial Performance

Payroll & Labor Costs

Payer Mix (percentage)

Finances and operations

Who this home usually serves

Primarily short stays

Admissions

Discharges

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