Lewis County General Hospital-nursing Home Unit
Lewis County General Hospital-nursing Home Unit is a 2-star rated nursing home in Lowville, NY with 160 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 2/5, staffing 4/5, quality measures 3/5.
The facility has 24 health violations on record. Federal fines total $26,741 across 4 enforcement actions. Most recent inspection: July 30, 2024.
Data synthesized from CMS.gov and New York public inspection records. Reviewed by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., NR-EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
Inspection History Overview
Data current as of May 6, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data
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Fines and Penalties by Year
2022 2 penalties totaling $19,055
Fine
Payment Denial
2021 1 penalties totaling $650
Fine
2020 1 penalties totaling $7,036
Fine
Health Violations by Year
2024 1 violations
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2022 7 violations
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.
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
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.
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.
2020 1 violations
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2019 4 violations
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
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.
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
2018 4 violations
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
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.
2017 7 violations
Let residents refuse treatment, refuse to take part in an experiment, or formulate advance directives.
1) Hire only people with no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents.
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents.
Ensure that each resident's 1) entire drug/medication regimen is free from unnecessary drugs; and 2) is managed and monitored to achieve highest level of well-being.
Ensure that residents are safe from serious medication errors.
At least once a month, have a licensed pharmacist review each resident's medication(s) and report any irregularities to the attending doctor.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lewis County General Hospital-nursing Home Unit
- What violations has Lewis County General Hospital-nursing Home Unit received?
- Lewis County General Hospital-nursing Home Unit has 24 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
- What is the quality rating of Lewis County General Hospital-nursing Home Unit?
- Lewis County General Hospital-nursing Home Unit has a 2-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This rating indicates the facility may have quality concerns that should be investigated further. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
- When was Lewis County General Hospital-nursing Home Unit last inspected?
- Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
- Is Lewis County General Hospital-nursing Home Unit safe?
- Safety at Lewis County General Hospital-nursing Home Unit should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
- How do I contact Lewis County General Hospital-nursing Home Unit?
- Phone: (315) 376-5200. Address: 7785 North State Street, Lowville, NY. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
- What services does Lewis County General Hospital-nursing Home Unit offer?
- Lewis County General Hospital-nursing Home Unit is a skilled nursing facility with 160 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
- What are better facilities near Lowville, NY?
- Compare Lewis County General Hospital-nursing Home Unit with other nursing homes in Lowville, NY on our facilities page. Filter by star rating, bed count, and recent inspection results to find the best match for your needs.
Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Provider Data Catalog.
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.
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