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HomeNew YorkWells Nursing Home INC

Wells Nursing Home INC

201 W Madison Avenue, Johnstown, NY 120955187624546WebsiteGoogle Maps
2.8on Google(16 reviews)
1/5Much Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
100
certified
This facility has been flagged for abuse.
1 fine(s) totaling $8,512

How Wells Nursing Home INC Compares in New York

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.

CMS overall rating
1/5
NY average
3.0/5
Below state average
Health inspection rating
2/5
NY average
2.7/5
Below state average
Staffing rating
1/5
NY average
2.8/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.23 hrs/day
NY average
3.62 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.33 hrs/day
NY average
0.71 hrs/day
Below state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 1/5 overall CMS rating is below the New York average of 3.0/5.
Its 2/5 health inspection rating is below the New York average of 2.7/5.
Reported nursing time is 3.23 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.62.
Reported RN time is 0.33 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.71.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
1
deficiency citation
Inspected Oct 27, 2021
Most recent cycle
3
deficiency citations
Inspected Sep 12, 2024
The most recent cycle recorded 2 more deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$13,718/mo
New York median
Private Room
$14,904/mo
New York median
Fulton County 65+
10,737
20.2% of county
County Population
53,280
Fulton County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Wells Nursing Home INC is a 1-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Johnstown, New York with 100 certified beds. It has been operating since 1971. Its overall CMS rating is 1 out of 5.

Beds
100
Avg Residents/Day
93.3
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jan 5, 1971
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Fulton
Last Inspection
Sep 12, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3
Weighted Score
23.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (16)

F0600Actual Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Mar 3, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0600Actual Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Sep 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0582Potential for Harm

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Survey: Sep 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0761Potential for Harm

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Survey: Sep 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Oct 27, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: May 9, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: May 9, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0697Potential for Harm

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Survey: May 9, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0813Potential for Harm

Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

Survey: May 9, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0580Potential for Harm

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Survey: May 9, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0582Potential for Harm

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Survey: May 9, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0660Potential for Harm

Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.

Survey: May 9, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: May 9, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: May 9, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0836Potential for Harm

Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.

Survey: May 9, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0943Potential for Harm

Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

Survey: May 9, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$8,512
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineSep 12, 2024
$8,512

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.12 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.78 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.33 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.23 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total2.62 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.10 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
0.0%
RN Turnover
0.0%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (12)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
MCCOSKI, WILLIAMW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AApr 4, 2006
REPPENHAGEN, MARYANNW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AOct 26, 2009
THOMPSON, BARBARAW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AOct 15, 2012
VANGORDER, DEE DEEW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AOct 26, 2009
VANSLYKE, NEALW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/ASep 11, 2000
BARTHOLOMEW, CAROLCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2014
CAMPOS, ANNECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2009
KLINE, GEORGECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 1998
MCNAMARA, PETERCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2005
SITTERLY, JANECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2014
SLINGERLAND, SARACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 1992
SMITH, PETERCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 1986

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Wells Nursing Home INC and nearby alternatives.

All New York facilities
Wells Nursing Home INC
Johnstown, NYCurrent facilityAbuse flag
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $8,512
Fulton Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare
Gloversville, NY4.9 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Nathan Littauer Hospital Nursing Home
Gloversville, NY5.1 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Wilkinson Residential Health Care Facility
Amsterdam, NY9.5 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
River Ridge Living Center
Amsterdam, NY9.6 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $3,387
Palatine Nursing Home
Palatine Bridge, NY11.3 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Capstone Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
Amsterdam, NY14.9 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $47,879
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Wells Nursing Home INC
Johnstown, NY · Current facility
—1/52/51/5$8,512
Fulton Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare
Gloversville, NY
4.9 mi3/53/52/5None recorded
Nathan Littauer Hospital Nursing Home
Gloversville, NY
5.1 mi1/51/53/5None recorded
Wilkinson Residential Health Care Facility
Amsterdam, NY
9.5 mi3/53/53/5None recorded
River Ridge Living Center
Amsterdam, NY
9.6 mi1/51/51/5$3,387
Palatine Nursing Home
Palatine Bridge, NY
11.3 mi1/52/51/5None recorded
Capstone Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
Amsterdam, NY
14.9 mi1/51/53/5$47,879

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Wells Nursing Home INC?▾
Wells Nursing Home INC has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 1/5, and quality measures rating of 3/5. This facility is rated below average.
How much does Wells Nursing Home INC cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in New York is $13,718/month for a semi-private room and $14,904/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Wells Nursing Home INC participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Wells Nursing Home INC had any health inspection violations?▾
Wells Nursing Home INC had 3 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Sep 12, 2024). The current CMS dataset records 1 fine(s) totaling $8,512.
What are the staffing levels at Wells Nursing Home INC?▾
Wells Nursing Home INC provides 3.23 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.33 RN hours, 0.78 LPN hours, and 2.12 nurse aide hours.
How many beds does Wells Nursing Home INC have?▾
Wells Nursing Home INC has 100 certified beds with an average of 93.3 residents per day, resulting in approximately 93% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Wells Nursing Home INC?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in New York. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Wells Nursing Home INC?▾
On Google Maps, Wells Nursing Home INC has a rating of 2.8 out of 5 based on 16 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 1/5.