Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Port Jefferson, New York
1 of 2 nursing homes in Port Jefferson (50%) meet our strict criteria. The New York statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
136
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$242,946 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Port Jefferson, New York, is adequate, with 50% of the facilities recommended. Families should note that while the top facility, JOHN T MATHER MEMORIAL HOSP T C U, has excellent ratings, there is one facility with significant fines totaling $242,946.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 JOHN T MATHER MEMORIAL HOSP T C U (93) — This 5★ facility boasts an impressive Trust Score of 93/100 and an A grade, reflecting exceptional quality of care. With zero fines and only 16 beds, John T Mather Memorial Hospital T C U offers personalized attention, making it a top choice for those seeking a highly rated nursing home experience.
The other 1 Port Jefferson facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $242K.
Recommended
This 5★ facility boasts an impressive Trust Score of 93/100 and an A grade, reflecting exceptional quality of care. With zero fines and only 16 beds, John T Mather Memorial Hospital T C U offers personalized attention, making it a top choice for those seeking a highly rated nursing home experience.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Port Jefferson Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $242,946
Questions Port Jefferson 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?"
Port Jefferson's city average is 3.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Port Jefferson facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Port Jefferson avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Port Jefferson 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 Port Jefferson, NY are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Port Jefferson (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Port Jefferson "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 Port Jefferson?
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.