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Total health inspections
3
State average N/A
Last Health inspection on Sep 2024
Mix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
Wells Nursing Home Inc
Assisted Living in USA
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Wells Nursing Home Inc
Assisted Living in USA
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Wells Nursing Home INC is a licensed 24 hour, 100 bed skilled nursing facility located in Johnstown, NY. It offers a range of services including 24-hour skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, and planned daily activities. The facility is committed to providing high-quality care to its residents.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 29m per day
vs avg
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
100
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
82.6%
Avg. Length of Stay
331 days
Occupancy rate
82.6%
Avg. Length of Stay
331 days
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
25% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 months
Private pay
55% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
3 - 4 months
Medicaid
20% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
3 - 4 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$15.4M
Operating deficit
-$992.5K
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$15.4M
Operating deficit
-$992.5K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$6.3M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$10.1M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$16.4M
100-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
About this community
Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusActive
CountyFulton
License Number1702300N
CMS Certification Number335314
Owner NameWells Nursing Home Inc (Not for Profit)
Rehabilitation Services
Nursing Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Visitor PolicyVisiting hours are suggested from 9AM - 8PM daily.
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
24-Hour Skilled Nursing Care
Professional Staff
Radiology Services
Scheduled & Emergency Medical Care
Podiatry
Dental
Optometry
Lab Services
Wound Care/ Wound Vac
Iv Therapy
Hospice / Palliative Care
Physical & Occupational Therapy On Site
Speech Therapy
Medical Social Services
Psychiatric / Psychology Services
Nursing Rehab Services
Planned Daily Activities
Consulting Registered Dietitian / Nutritional Services
Housekeeping And Laundry Services
In-House Beauty Parlor
ActivitiesPlanned Daily Activities
Specific Programs24-Hour Skilled Nursing Care, Professional Staff, Radiology Services, Scheduled & Emergency Medical Care, Podiatry, Dental, Optometry, Lab Services, Wound Care/ Wound Vac, IV Therapy, Hospice / Palliative Care, Physical & Occupational Therapy On Site, Speech Therapy, Medical Social Services, Psychiatric / Psychology Services, Nursing Rehab Services, Planned Daily Activities, Consulting Registered Dietitian / Nutritional Services, Housekeeping and Laundry Services, In-house Beauty Parlor
Operating Hours9AM - 8PM daily
Inspection History
In New York, the Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care performs unannounced onsite inspections to monitor compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations.
2 inspections
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
2 with citations, 0 without citations
New York average: 9 inspections (5 with citations)
27 complaints
27 complaints per 100 occupied beds
New York average: 49.9 complaints per 100 occupied beds
Formal expressions of dissatisfaction or concern made by residents, or their families regarding various aspects of the care, services, and environment provided.
New York average: 79 complaints
Latest inspection
Date
September 12, 2024
Complaint Investigation9 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
New York average: 29 citations
12 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
New York average: 22 deficiencies
4
enforcement actions
Penalties or interventions imposed by state regulators when facilities do not comply with quality, safety, or regulatory standards.
September 1, 2024: Stipulation & Order #: NH-25-008
A formal agreement with the state to correct serious or repeated issues.
December 6, 2020: Stipulation & Order #: NH-21-002
A formal agreement with the state to correct serious or repeated issues.
July 23, 2015: Stipulation & Order #: NH-16-148
A formal agreement with the state to correct serious or repeated issues.
December 17, 2014: Stipulation & Order #: NH-16-072
A formal agreement with the state to correct serious or repeated issues.
Inspection Report Summary for Wells Nursing Home Inc
The most recent inspection on September 12, 2024, identified deficiencies related to abuse and neglect protections, drug labeling, Medicaid/Medicare notices, hazard risk assessment, and waiver roles, all of which were corrected. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies involving life safety code issues such as electrical systems, gas equipment training, sprinkler maintenance, food sanitation, construction standards, and emergency preparedness, with all cited issues addressed promptly. Complaint investigations did not result in any substantiated complaints beyond the cited deficiencies. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s record shows recurring but resolved issues across health and safety areas without a clear trend of worsening or improvement.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
15
State average N/A
Citations per inspection
5
State average N/A
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 15 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
In line with State averageState average: N/A
Serious Health citations
1
1
In line with State averageState average: N/A
0 critical citations
1 serious citation
14 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect serious citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Sep 12, 2024
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Sep 12, 2024
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Sep 12, 2024
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Sep 12, 2024
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Sep 12, 2024
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Sep 12, 2024
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Oct 27, 2021
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Oct 27, 2021
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
116
Employees
111
Contractors
5
Staff to resident ratio
1.29:1
0% compared with State averageState average ratio: 0:0
Avg staff/day
46
Average shift
7.7 hours
0% compared with State averageState average: 0 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
29,574
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
14
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.1 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.1 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
18
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
63
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
0.8%
250 contractor hours this quarter
Physical Therapy Assistant: 2
Other Dietary Services Staff: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 63 | 0 | 63 | 15,628 | 84 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 18 | 0 | 18 | 6,147 | 84 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 14 | 0 | 14 | 2,889 | 84 | 100% | 7.1 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 1 | 5 | 1,364 | 84 | 100% | 7.1 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 811 | 59 | 70% | 7.7 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 533 | 60 | 71% | 8.9 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 452 | 57 | 68% | 7.9 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 423 | 56 | 67% | 7.6 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 407 | 52 | 62% | 7.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 2 | 0 | 2 | 247 | 32 | 38% | 7.7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 227 | 33 | 39% | 6.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 210 | 29 | 35% | 7.2 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 188 | 44 | 52% | 4.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 43 | 8 | 10% | 5.4 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 7 | 8% | 1.2 |
63 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
18 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
14 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
5 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
100%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
70%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
71%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
68%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
67%
2 Administrator
% of Days
62%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
38%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
39%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
35%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
52%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
10%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
8%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
90
Medicare
2
2.2% of residents
Medicaid
66
73.3% of residents
Private pay or other
22
24.4% 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.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
9.9
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
9.9
In line with State averageState average: 9.8
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
22.6
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
22.6
25% worse than State averageState average: 18.1
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
15.9%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
15.9%
In line with State averageState average: 16.4%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
15.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
15.8%
5% better than State averageState average: 16.6%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
36.1%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
36.1%
69% worse than State averageState average: 21.4%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.4%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.4%
116% worse than State averageState average: 3.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.2%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.2%
41% better than State averageState average: 7.2%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.7%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.7%
165% worse than State averageState average: 1.4%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.0%
14% worse than State averageState average: 6.1%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than State averageState average: 18.1%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
28.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
28.0%
123% worse than State averageState average: 12.6%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
9% better than State averageState average: 91.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.4%
In line with State averageState average: 95.2%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.6%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.6%
27% better than State averageState average: 76.6%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.9%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.9%
45% worse than State averageState average: 1.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
92.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
92.0%
17% better than State averageState average: 78.8%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
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 (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$9K
87% lower than State averageState average: $66K
Number of fines
1
51% fewer fines than State averageState average: 2.0
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than State averageState average: 0.1
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$9K
State average
$66K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Sep 12, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Sep 12, 2024
$9K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Wells Nursing Home Inc based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
82.6%
↑ 10.7pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$992.5K
↑ ~$88.3K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$7.7M
↑ ~$597.5K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-8.0%
↑ 2.4pp vs 2022
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