RIVER RIDGE LIVING CENTER
100 SANDY DRIVE, AMSTERDAM, NY 12010 · CCN 335422
Ratings
- Overall
- ★☆☆☆☆ 1
- Health inspection
- ★☆☆☆☆ 1
- Quality measures
- ★★★★☆ 4
- Staffing
- ★★☆☆☆ 2
Facility
- Ownership type
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Certified beds
- 120
- Avg residents/day
- 109.3
- Phone
- 5188433503
Inspection history vs New York & national averages
Cycle 1 is the most recent standard health inspection. Lower total deficiency counts are better.
| Cycle | Inspection date | This facility | New York avg | National avg | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2025-03-18 | 23 | 7.7 | 9.5 | +15.3 worse |
| 2 | 2023-01-10 | 6 | 6.1 | 9.8 | -0.1 better |
| 3 | 2020-09-25 | 7 | 5.7 | 9.3 | +1.3 worse |
Cycle 1 deficiencies by category
| Category | Deficiencies |
|---|---|
| Abuse, neglect, exploitation | 3 |
| Quality of life and care | 3 |
| Resident assessment and care planning | 2 |
| Nursing and physician services | 1 |
| Resident rights | 5 |
| Nutrition and dietary | 4 |
| Pharmacy service | 3 |
| Environmental | 1 |
| Infection control | 1 |
Staffing (hours per resident per day)
| Metric | This facility | Turnover |
|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing (reported) | 3.72 | 60.6% |
| RN staffing (reported) | 0.48 | 61.5% |
| Total nurse staffing (adjusted) | 3.92 | — |
Fines & penalties
- Total fines
- $3,387
- Number of fines
- 1
- Number of penalties
- 1
- Payment denials
- 0
Inspection citations (36)
- EF0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.2025-03-18 · Health · corrected 2025-05-27
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0554Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.2025-03-18 · Health · corrected 2025-05-27
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0561Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.2025-03-18 · Health · corrected 2025-05-27
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0584Honor 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.2025-03-18 · Health · corrected 2025-05-27
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0585Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.2025-03-18 · Health · corrected 2025-05-27
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.2025-03-18 · Health · corrected 2025-05-27
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.2025-03-18 · Health · corrected 2025-05-27
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.2025-03-18 · Health · corrected 2025-05-27
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.2025-03-18 · Health · corrected 2025-05-27
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.2025-03-18 · Health · corrected 2025-05-27
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2025-03-18 · Health · corrected 2025-05-27
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.2025-03-18 · Health · corrected 2025-05-27
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.2025-03-18 · Health · corrected 2025-05-27
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.2025-03-18 · Health · corrected 2025-05-27
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.2025-03-18 · Health · corrected 2025-05-27
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.2025-03-18 · Health · corrected 2025-05-27
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0761Ensure 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.2025-03-18 · Health · corrected 2025-05-27
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.2025-03-18 · Health · corrected 2025-05-27
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0810Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.2025-03-18 · Health · corrected 2025-05-27
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2025-03-18 · Health · corrected 2025-05-27
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0813Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.2025-03-18 · Health · corrected 2025-05-27
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2025-03-18 · Health · corrected 2025-05-27
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0925Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.2025-03-18 · Health · corrected 2025-05-27
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2023-04-17 · Health · corrected 2023-06-13
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0625Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.2023-01-10 · Health · corrected 2023-02-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.2023-01-10 · Health · corrected 2023-02-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.2023-01-10 · Health · corrected 2023-02-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0810Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.2023-01-10 · Health · corrected 2023-02-25
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2023-01-10 · Health · corrected 2023-02-28
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0813Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.2023-01-10 · Health · corrected 2023-02-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.2020-09-25 · Health · corrected 2020-11-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.2020-09-25 · Health · corrected 2020-11-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.2020-09-25 · Health · corrected 2020-11-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2020-09-25 · Health · corrected 2020-11-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0814Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.2020-09-25 · Health · corrected 2020-11-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.2020-09-25 · Health · corrected 2020-11-24
Potential for more than minimal harm
Ownership
| Owner | Type | Role | Percent | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRAUNSTEIN, EDWARD | Individual | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 25% | 2013-02-13 |
| BRAUNSTEIN, MICHAEL | Individual | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 25% | 2013-02-13 |
| EINHORN, BENJAMIN | Individual | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 25% | 2013-02-13 |
| GELLIS, LOUIS | Individual | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 14% | 2013-02-13 |
| DAW, HEATHER | Individual | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | — | 2014-02-01 |
Other facilities in AMSTERDAM
| Name | Overall | Beds |
|---|---|---|
| CAPSTONE CENTER FOR REHABILITATION AND NURSING | ★★☆☆☆ | 120 |
| WILKINSON RESIDENTIAL HEALTH CARE FACILITY | ★★☆☆☆ | 160 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing Home Care Compare files (processed 2026-03-01). Citations show the 3 most recent inspection cycles.