Helen Hayes Hospital
Operating at 51 North Route 9W in West Haverstraw, Helen Hayes Hospital represents a unique institutional asset: a state-owned specialty physical rehabilitation hospital established in 1900 through gubernatorial act, now a 125-year-old cornerstone of American rehabilitation medicine. Chartered by the New York State Department of Health, the facility maintains affiliation with New York-Presbyterian Healthcare System and holds preferred provider status in the Montefiore Health System Skilled Nursing Facility Collaborative. Joint Commission accreditation and the 2025 Press Ganey Human Experience Award (HX NDNQI) underscore institutional standards.
CMS assigns perfect 5-star ratings across health inspection, staffing, and quality measures.
Staffing depth is extraordinary for the rehabilitation specialty: 8 hours 3 minutes daily nursing/resident (ranking #2 in New York, +138% above baseline).
Registered nurses work 2 hours 59 minutes/resident daily; 326% above standard. Nursing aides contribute 3 hours 12 minutes, 47% above state. Weekend nursing maintains 7 hours daily, with registered nurse presence at 2 hours 20 minutes (400% above state). Physical therapy spans 53 minutes/resident daily (657% above average).
The Q4 2025 workforce comprises 54 RNs, 56 CNAs, and 1 LPN; all direct hires, zero contractors.
One May 2018 inspection yielded two Level 2 resident rights citations, since corrected. A September 2025 inspection found no deficiencies. Zero complaints exist in the registry against an average of 79. No enforcement actions or fines appear on record.
The facility operates 28 specialty program tracks, encompassing spinal cord injury, stroke, traumatic brain injury, amputee care, cardiopulmonary, orthopedic, and multi-trauma rehabilitation. Adjunctive services include Parkinson’s, oncology, pediatric, and pulmonary rehabilitation; aquatic therapy; assistive technology consultation; a driving rehabilitation program; lymphedema management; osteoporosis treatment; prosthetics and orthotics fabrication; recreational therapy; dental medicine; and a wellness center. Inpatient and outpatient modalities are both available. An updated pediatric outpatient suite opened in October 2024. U.S.
News & World Report designates short-term rehabilitation performance as High Performing (5/5).
Pneumococcal vaccination rates reach 99.8% (30% above state). Antipsychotic medication initiation is 0% (100% better than state). Influenza vaccination spans 99.5%.
Hospital readmission occurs in 12% of short-stay discharges (42% below state). Emergency department visits are documented in only 4.7% (52% better). Major injury falls total 0%.
Self-care recovery at discharge measures 82% (53% better than state). Community return rates reach 72.2% (43% better).
Occupancy stands at 72% (18 of 130 beds), with current census 100% Medicare-funded.
Litigation activity is documented: 27 total cases since 2012 (25 disposed, 2 active), with next court proceeding scheduled April 24, 2026.
The facility operates car-dependent location (walk score 8).
Helen Hayes Hospital’s is a premier option for intensive inpatient rehabilitation in the lower Hudson Valley, particularly for those prioritizing specialized depth and post-acute recovery outcomes.
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Occupancy
Inspection History
In New York State, the Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care performs unannounced onsite inspections to monitor compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New York State state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2018 vs. New York State state average• Total citations (90% below)
• Citations per inspection (78% below)
• Inspections with citations (75% below)
• Inspection citation rate (43% below)
Citations
| This Facility | NY Average | vs. NY Avg |
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Total citations
| 2 | 21 | This facility has 90% fewer total citations than a typical New York State nursing home (2 vs. NY avg 21).↓ 90% better |
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Citations per inspection
| 0.5 | 2.3 | This facility has 78% fewer citations per inspection than a typical New York State nursing home (0.5 vs. NY avg 2.3).↓ 78% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | NY Average | vs. NY Avg |
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Total inspections
| 4 | 9 | This facility has had 56% fewer total inspections than the New York State average (4 vs. NY avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 56% fewer |
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Inspections with citations
| 1 | 4 | This facility has 75% fewer inspections with citations than a typical New York State nursing home (1 vs. NY avg 4).↓ 75% better |
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Inspection citation rate
| 25% | 44% | This facility has 19 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical New York State nursing home (25% vs. NY avg 44%).↓ 19% better |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | NY Average | vs. NY Avg |
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Complaint investigations
| 0 | 15 | This facility has had 100% fewer complaint investigations than the New York State average (0 vs. NY avg 15). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 100% fewer |
CMS Health Inspection History
Federal inspection data published by CMS, covering this home's Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing/nursing beds only.
Inspections
New York State average 3.6
Last Health inspection on May 2018
New York State average 18.5
New York State average 5.05
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 2 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 8 years)
New York State average: 0.2
New York State average: 0.2
Citations history (last 8 years)
Lawsuit overview for Helen Hayes Hospital
Summary of court-record activity tied to this facility, compiled from publicly available case dockets.
Source: State court e-filing records
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Nursing staff breakdown
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Contractor staffing
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31Staff by category
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31| Certified Nursing Assistant | 56 | 0 | 56 | 6,500 | 92 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 54 | 0 | 54 | 5,231 | 92 | 100% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 20 | 0 | 20 | 1,546 | 82 | 89% | 5.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 15 | 0 | 15 | 1,290 | 83 | 90% | 4.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 9 | 0 | 9 | 881 | 72 | 78% | 3.9 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 652 | 63 | 68% | 6.1 |
| Other Social Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 551 | 90 | 98% | 3.2 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 449 | 56 | 61% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 5 | 0 | 5 | 368 | 62 | 67% | 3.6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 1 | 0 | 1 | 343 | 35 | 38% | 9.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 4 | 0 | 4 | 287 | 62 | 67% | 3.4 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 4 | 0 | 4 | 183 | 42 | 46% | 3.5 |
56 Certified Nursing Assistant
54 Registered Nurse
20 Physical Therapy Assistant
15 Respiratory Therapy Technician
9 Speech Language Pathologist
3 Mental Health Service Worker
3 Other Social Services Staff
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
5 Physical Therapy Aide
1 Licensed Practical Nurse
4 Occupational Therapy Aide
4 Qualified Social Worker
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
Short-stay resident measures
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Programs & Services
Nurse Aide Training
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
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Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
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Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
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Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
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This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
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CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
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CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
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CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
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CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
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Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
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Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
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Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
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Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
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Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
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Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
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Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
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Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
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Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
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The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
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What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The New York average is: 55.8% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
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| Ditmas Park Nursing & Rehab | NH PC SNF | Brooklyn (Flatbush) | 240
Facility
240
NY AVG
160
Rank
#108 / 736 |
95.0%
Facility
95.0%
NY AVG
90.6%
Rank
#179 / 392 | +5% | 3.45
Facility
3.45
NY AVG
3.58
Rank
#164 / 395 | +50% | -4% | $0
Facility
$0
NY AVG
$67.6k
Rank
#1 / 398 | 7
Facility
7
NY AVG
18.5
Rank
#31 / 397 | 2.3
Facility
2.3
NY AVG
5.1
Rank
#29 / 397 | - | 228 | A- |
93
Facility
93
NY AVG
64
Rank
#191 / 1,150 | Bmo Family Holdings LLC | $62.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$62.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG
$29.2M
Rank
#28 / 383 | $9.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$9.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG
$15.4M
Rank
#255 / 383 | 14.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
14.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG
55.8%
Rank
#382 / 382 | 335648 | ||||
| The Plaza Rehab and Nursing Center | NH HOS PC RC SNF | Bronx (Fordham Manor) | 744
Facility
744
NY AVG
160
Rank
#1 / 736 |
98.0%
Facility
98.0%
NY AVG
90.6%
Rank
#61 / 392 | +8% | 3.18
Facility
3.18
NY AVG
3.58
Rank
#213 / 395 | +74% | -11% | $0
Facility
$0
NY AVG
$67.6k
Rank
#1 / 398 | 14
Facility
14
NY AVG
18.5
Rank
#146 / 397 | 4.7
Facility
4.7
NY AVG
5.1
Rank
#189 / 397 | - | 729 | A+ |
87
Facility
87
NY AVG
64
Rank
#344 / 1,150 | Tcprnc, LLC (For Profit) | $127.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$127.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG
$29.2M
Rank
#1 / 383 | $51.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$51.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG
$15.4M
Rank
#14 / 383 | 40.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
40.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG
55.8%
Rank
#316 / 382 | 335462 | ||||
| Amsterdam Nursing Home | NH SNF | New York (Manhattan) | 409
Facility
409
NY AVG
160
Rank
#23 / 736 |
98.0%
Facility
98.0%
NY AVG
90.6%
Rank
#61 / 392 | +8% | 3.13
Facility
3.13
NY AVG
3.58
Rank
#249 / 395 | +5% | -12% | $0
Facility
$0
NY AVG
$67.6k
Rank
#1 / 398 | 14
Facility
14
NY AVG
18.5
Rank
#146 / 397 | 7.0
Facility
7.0
NY AVG
5.1
Rank
#326 / 397 | - | 401 | - |
93
Facility
93
NY AVG
64
Rank
#191 / 1,150 | Judith Fenster | $81.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$81.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG
$29.2M
Rank
#10 / 383 | $30.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$30.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG
$15.4M
Rank
#35 / 383 | 37.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
37.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG
55.8%
Rank
#336 / 382 | 335570 | ||||
| United Hebrew of New Rochelle | NH AL IL MC SNF | New Rochelle | 294
Facility
294
NY AVG
160
Rank
#71 / 736 |
57.1%
Facility
57.1%
NY AVG
90.6%
Rank
#377 / 392 | -37% | 3.30
Facility
3.30
NY AVG
3.58
Rank
#189 / 395 | +31% | -8% | $0
Facility
$0
NY AVG
$67.6k
Rank
#1 / 398 | 7
Facility
7
NY AVG
18.5
Rank
#31 / 397 | 2.3
Facility
2.3
NY AVG
5.1
Rank
#29 / 397 | - | 168 | - |
80
Facility
80
NY AVG
64
Rank
#454 / 1,150 | Rita Mabli | $31.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$31.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG
$29.2M
Rank
#139 / 383 | $27.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$27.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG
$15.4M
Rank
#41 / 383 | 86%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
86%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NY AVG
55.8%
Rank
#15 / 382 | 335621 | ||||
| Helen Hayes Hospital | NH SNF | West Haverstraw | 25
Facility
25
NY AVG
160
Rank
#727 / 736 |
72.0%
Facility
72.0%
NY AVG
90.6%
Rank
#368 / 392 | -21% | 7.64
Facility
7.64
NY AVG
3.58
Rank
#2 / 395 | +145% | +113% | $0
Facility
$0
NY AVG
$67.6k
Rank
#1 / 398 | 2
Facility
2
NY AVG
18.5
Rank
#2 / 397 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
NY AVG
5.1
Rank
#14 / 397 | - | 18 | - |
8
Facility
8
NY AVG
64
Rank
#1,095 / 1,150 | - | - | - | - | 335873 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Helen Hayes Hospital
Is Helen Hayes Hospital in a walkable area?
Helen Hayes Hospital has a walk score of 8. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Helen Hayes Hospital?
According to NY state health department records, Helen Hayes Hospital's license number is 4322000H.
What is the occupancy rate at Helen Hayes Hospital?
Helen Hayes Hospital's occupancy is 72%.
Are pets allowed at Helen Hayes Hospital?
No, Helen Hayes Hospital has a no-pet policy.
Is Helen Hayes Hospital a government-operated facility?
Helen Hayes Hospital is a government-operated nursing facility in NY.
How many beds does Helen Hayes Hospital have?
Helen Hayes Hospital has 25 beds.
Has Helen Hayes Hospital had any citations?
Helen Hayes Hospital has had 2 reported citations since 2018 according to records from New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).
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