Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Riverhead, New York
1 of 1 nursing homes in Riverhead (100%) meet our strict criteria. The New York statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
181
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Riverhead, New York, is adequate, with one facility, ACADIA CENTER FOR NURSING AND REHABILITATION, receiving excellent ratings (A, 5★) and being the only recommended option. Families can feel confident knowing there are no facilities in the avoid tier or facing fines.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 ACADIA CENTER FOR NURSING AND REHABILITATION (90) — ACADIA CENTER FOR NURSING AND REHABILITATION shines with a stellar 5-star CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. With a grade of A and no fines, this facility prioritizes high-quality care in a well-equipped environment, making it a top choice for rehabilitation and nursing services.
Recommended
ACADIA CENTER FOR NURSING AND REHABILITATION shines with a stellar 5-star CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. With a grade of A and no fines, this facility prioritizes high-quality care in a well-equipped environment, making it a top choice for rehabilitation and nursing services.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Riverhead Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 5.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Riverhead Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Riverhead's city average is 5.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Riverhead facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Riverhead avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Riverhead 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 Riverhead, NY are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Riverhead (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Riverhead "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 Riverhead?
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.