TACONIC REHABILITATION AND NURSING AT ULSTER
ONE WINGATE WAY, HIGHLAND, NY 12528 · CCN 335803
Ratings
- Overall
- ★★☆☆☆ 2
- Health inspection
- ★★☆☆☆ 2
- Quality measures
- ★★★☆☆ 3
- Staffing
- ★★☆☆☆ 2
Facility
- Ownership type
- For profit - Individual
- Certified beds
- 120
- Avg residents/day
- 100.0
- Phone
- 8456916800
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 | 2025-03-12 | 12 | 7.7 | 9.5 | +4.3 worse |
| 2 | 2022-02-07 | 0 | 6.1 | 9.8 | -6.1 better |
| 3 | 2019-01-25 | 2 | 5.7 | 9.3 | -3.7 better |
Cycle 1 deficiencies by category
| Category | Deficiencies |
|---|---|
| Quality of life and care | 3 |
| Resident assessment and care planning | 1 |
| Resident rights | 4 |
| Nutrition and dietary | 1 |
| Pharmacy service | 1 |
| Infection control | 2 |
Staffing (hours per resident per day)
| Metric | This facility | Turnover |
|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing (reported) | 4.07 | 49.6% |
| RN staffing (reported) | 0.67 | 55.0% |
| Total nurse staffing (adjusted) | 3.40 | — |
Fines & penalties
- Total fines
- $12,948
- Number of fines
- 1
- Number of penalties
- 1
- Payment denials
- 0
Inspection citations (14)1 actual harm
- DF0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.2025-03-12 · Health · corrected 2025-04-18
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.2025-03-12 · Health · corrected 2025-04-18
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.2025-03-12 · Health · corrected 2025-04-18
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.2025-03-12 · Health · corrected 2025-04-18
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.2025-03-12 · Health · corrected 2025-04-18
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.2025-03-12 · Health · corrected 2025-04-18
Potential for more than minimal harm
- GF0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.2025-03-12 · Health · corrected 2025-04-18
Actual harm
- DF0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.2025-03-12 · Health · corrected 2025-04-18
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0761Ensure 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.2025-03-12 · Health · corrected 2025-04-18
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2025-03-12 · Health · corrected 2025-04-18
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2025-03-12 · Health · corrected 2025-04-18
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0887Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.2025-03-12 · Health · corrected 2025-04-18
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.2019-01-25 · Health · corrected 2019-03-15
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2019-01-25 · Health · corrected 2019-03-15
Potential for more than minimal harm
Ownership
| Owner | Type | Role | Percent | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EATON MERCURIO, STEPHEN | Individual | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 50% | 2021-11-22 |
| FARBENBLUM, MICHAEL | Individual | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 50% | 2021-11-22 |
| EATON MERCURIO, STEPHEN | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2022-07-13 |
| FARBENBLUM, MICHAEL | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2022-07-13 |
| MAZUR, MICHAEL | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2022-07-13 |
| MAZUR, MICHAEL | Individual | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | — | 2022-07-13 |
Other facilities in HIGHLAND
| Name | Overall | Beds |
|---|---|---|
| HUDSON VALLEY REHABILITATION & EXTENDED CARE CTR | ★☆☆☆☆ | 203 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing Home Care Compare files (processed 2026-03-01). Citations show the 3 most recent inspection cycles.