Lewis County General Hospital-Nursing Home Unit
7785 North State Street, Lowville, NY 13367
Lewis County General Hospital-Nursing Home Unit is a nursing home in Lowville, New York. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.
At a glance
- CMS overall star rating2 of 5
- Last standard health inspectionJuly 10, 2026 (4 months ago)
- Health citations since July 6, 202221 (New York average 21)
- Fines in the past three years1, $160,046 in total
- CMS flagsNone listed by CMS
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CMS flags
CMS does not list this home as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate. CMS does not show an abuse icon for it. CMS lists no change of ownership in the past 12 months.
Inspections, fines and changes
This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.
CMS update of October 28, 2026
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Name
CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.
Health inspection on July 10, 2026
7 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0656. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 11, 2026.
Citation F0694. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 4, 2026.
Citation F0804. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 4, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0804 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 4, 2026.
Citation F0692. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 11, 2026.
Citation F0577. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 4, 2026.
Citation F0582. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 11, 2026.
Fire safety inspection on July 10, 2026
5 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0511. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 4, 2026.
Citation K0531. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 4, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0531 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0920. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 4, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0920 2 times since 2022.
Citation K0281. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Install proper backup exit lighting.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 4, 2026.
Citation K0781. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 4, 2026.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
CMS abuse icon
CMS removed its abuse icon from this home.
Health citation
CMS removed citation F0600 from the health inspection on October 10, 2024.
Health citation
CMS removed citation F0744 from the health inspection on October 10, 2024.
Health citation
CMS removed citation F0835 from the health inspection on October 10, 2024.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
CMS abuse icon
CMS added its abuse icon to this home.
CMS update of October 30, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Health inspection on October 10, 2024
3 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity K is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.
37 of 592 New York homes (6%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2024.
CMS fine of $160,046 on October 10, 2024.
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Citation F0600. Severity K: immediate jeopardy, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 22, 2024.
Citation F0835. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 22, 2024.
Citation F0744. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 22, 2024.
CMS update of September 26, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Health inspection on July 30, 2024
5 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0689. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 20, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0689 2 times since 2022.
Citation F0804. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 20, 2024.
Citation F0812. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 20, 2024.
Citation F0554. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 10, 2024.
Citation F0810. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 20, 2024.
Fire safety inspection on July 30, 2024
7 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0345. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 27, 2024.
Citation K0531. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 27, 2024.
Citation K0921. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 27, 2024.
Citation K0923. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 27, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for K0923 2 times since 2022.
Citation K0321. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 9, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for K0321 2 times since 2022.
Citation K0712. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 27, 2024.
Citation K0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 27, 2024.
CMS update of January 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Health inspection on July 6, 2022
6 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
9 of 592 New York homes (2%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2022.
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Citation F0689. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 31, 2022.
Citation F0836. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 31, 2022.
Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 31, 2022.
Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 31, 2022.
Citation F0690. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 31, 2022.
Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 31, 2022.
Fire safety inspection on July 6, 2022
10 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0225. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 8, 2022.
Citation K0904. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have a properly installed medical gas master alarm panel.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 2, 2022.
Citation K0311. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 8, 2022.
Citation K0321. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 8, 2022.
Citation K0351. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 8, 2022.
Citation K0363. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 8, 2022.
Citation K0908. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure gas and vacuum systems are inspected and tested as part of a maintenance program.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 2, 2022.
Citation K0920. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 20, 2022.
Citation K0923. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 24, 2022.
Citation E0015. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 29, 2022.
CMS star ratings
- 2 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 2 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 4 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 4 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (315) 376-5200
- Last standard health inspection
- July 10, 2026 (4 months ago)
- Certified beds
- 160
- Residents per day, on average
- 115.4
- Ownership type
- Government - County
- Legal business name
- Lewis County
- Chain
- Not listed by CMS
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
The same number of health citations as the New York average (21).
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- HELLINGER, JEFFREYOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 10/18/2016
- SCHWARTZ, JOHNOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2024
- TUTTLE-MALONE, SHIRLEYOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2020
- WURZ, DEBRAOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 02/26/2020
Questions
When was Lewis County General Hospital-Nursing Home Unit last inspected?
CMS lists July 10, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Lewis County General Hospital-Nursing Home Unit have?
CMS lists 21 health citations since July 6, 2022. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Lewis County General Hospital-Nursing Home Unit been fined?
CMS lists 1 fine in the past three years, $160,046 in total.
What is the CMS star rating of Lewis County General Hospital-Nursing Home Unit?
Its CMS overall star rating is 2 of 5.
Is Lewis County General Hospital-Nursing Home Unit a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.