CMS data snapshot: July 2026
Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in New York. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.
Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.
A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.
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Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).
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Humboldt House Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a 2-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Buffalo, New York with 173 certified beds. It has been operating since 1967. Its overall CMS rating is 2 out of 5.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility.
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
+ 14 more deficiencies
Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.
Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.
| Name | Role | Type | Ownership % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMSEL, HINDY | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | N/A | Feb 20, 2014 |
| GOLDSTEIN, JEFFREY | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | 24% | Feb 20, 2014 |
| MENDLOWITZ, ESTHER | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | 11% | Feb 20, 2014 |
| SHERMAN, ALEXANDER | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | 17% | Feb 20, 2014 |
| SHERMAN, LEA | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | 24% | Feb 20, 2014 |
| SHERMAN, TZVI | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | 11% | Feb 20, 2014 |
| SHERMAN, YEHUDA | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | 11% | Feb 20, 2014 |
| HARDY, MICHELLE | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | Individual | N/A | Nov 28, 2019 |
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