Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Plattsburgh, New York
2 of 4 nursing homes in Plattsburgh (50%) meet our strict criteria. The New York statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 1 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.3
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
551
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
0 Grade F
$7,901 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/4
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Plattsburgh, New York, is adequate, with 50% of the 4 facilities recommended. Families should be aware that while the top facility, Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital Medical Center SNF, has a B+ rating and 5 stars, there is one facility with $7,901 in fines to consider.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 CHAMPLAIN VALLEY PHYSICIANS HOSP MED CTR S N F (85) — Top-rated 5★ facility with an impressive Trust Score of 85/100 and a solid Grade B+. As a non-profit organization, Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital Med Center S N F focuses on community-oriented care, ensuring residents receive personalized attention in a comfortable environment without any federal fines.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 PLATTSBURGH REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER (75) — Plattsburgh Rehabilitation and Nursing Center shines with a respectable CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 75/100. With a Grade B and no fines, this for-profit facility provides reliable care, making it a solid choice for residents seeking rehabilitation and support.
The other 2 Plattsburgh facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $7K.
Recommended
Top-rated 5★ facility with an impressive Trust Score of 85/100 and a solid Grade B+. As a non-profit organization, Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital Med Center S N F focuses on community-oriented care, ensuring residents receive personalized attention in a comfortable environment without any federal fines.
Plattsburgh Rehabilitation and Nursing Center shines with a respectable CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 75/100. With a Grade B and no fines, this for-profit facility provides reliable care, making it a solid choice for residents seeking rehabilitation and support.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Emergency Fallback
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Plattsburgh Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.3 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 2?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $7,901
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Plattsburgh Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Plattsburgh's city average is 3.3 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 4 Plattsburgh facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Plattsburgh avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Plattsburgh facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Plattsburgh, NY are recommended?
2 of 4 nursing homes in Plattsburgh (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Plattsburgh "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Plattsburgh?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.