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St. John's Health Care Corporation

150 Highland Avenue, Rochester, NY 14620

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St. John's Health Care Corporation is a nursing home in Rochester, 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

This page uses data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), published on October 28, 2026. CMS updates its data about once a month.

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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.

  1. CMS update of July 29, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  2. CMS update of April 29, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  3. CMS update of February 25, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  4. CMS update of January 14, 2026

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from June 9, 2025 from $118,720 to $77,168.

  5. CMS update of November 20, 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. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • Name

      CMS lists a new name for this home. It was ST JOHNS HEALTH CARE CORPORATION.

  6. CMS update of July 30, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 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 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  7. Health inspection on June 9, 2025

    14 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.

    Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.

    68 of 592 New York homes (11%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2025.

    CMS fine of $77,168 on June 9, 2025.

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    • Citation F0677. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 8, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0677 2 times since 2023.

    • Citation F0690. Severity G: actual 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 8, 2025.

    • Citation F0554. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 5, 2025.

    • Citation F0609. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      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 8, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0609 2 times since 2021.

    • Citation F0610. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 8, 2025.

    • 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 August 8, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0656 2 times since 2023.

    • Citation F0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      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 September 22, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0761 2 times since 2023.

    • 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 August 8, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0812 2 times since 2023.

    • 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 5, 2025.

    • Citation F0558. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 8, 2025.

    • Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 5, 2025.

    • 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 August 8, 2025.

    • Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 8, 2025.

    • Citation F0628. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 8, 2025.

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  8. Fire safety inspection on June 9, 2025

    2 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation K0353. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 5, 2025.

    • Citation K0222. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 8, 2025.

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  9. CMS update of October 30, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  10. CMS update of February 29, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 1 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 1 of 5.

  11. CMS update of January 31, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  12. Health inspection on December 13, 2023

    11 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.

    Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.

    15 of 592 New York homes (3%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2023.

    CMS fine of $63,866 on December 13, 2023.

    Show the 11 citations
    • Citation F0686. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2024.

    • Citation F0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      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 February 11, 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 February 11, 2024.

    • 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 February 11, 2024.

    • Citation F0557. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2024.

    • Citation F0584. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2024.

    • Citation F0638. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2024.

    • Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      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 February 11, 2024.

    • Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2024.

    • Citation F0695. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2024.

    • Citation F0760. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2024.

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  13. Fire safety inspection on December 13, 2023

    8 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation K0321. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      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 February 11, 2024.

    • 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 February 11, 2024.

      CMS has cited this home for K0345 2 times since 2021.

    • Citation K0372. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2024.

      CMS has cited this home for K0372 2 times since 2021.

    • Citation K0541. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2024.

    • Citation K0918. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2024.

      CMS has cited this home for K0918 2 times since 2021.

    • 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 February 11, 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 February 11, 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 February 11, 2024.

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  14. Health inspection on November 8, 2021

    5 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation F0561. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 7, 2022.

    • Citation F0565. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 7, 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 January 7, 2022.

    • Citation F0679. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 7, 2022.

    • Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal 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 January 7, 2022.

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  15. Fire safety inspection on November 8, 2021

    4 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 21, 2022.

    • Citation K0232. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 21, 2022.

    • Citation K0372. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 21, 2022.

    • Citation K0918. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 21, 2022.

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CMS star ratings

Facts from CMS

Phone
(585) 760-1300
Last standard health inspection
June 9, 2025 (1 year ago)
Certified beds
455
Residents per day, on average
341.5
Ownership type
For profit - Corporation
Legal business name
St Johns Health Care Corporation
Chain
Not listed by CMS
Takes part in
Medicare and Medicaid

More health citations than the New York average (30 vs 21).

Owners and managers

CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.

Questions

When was St. John's Health Care Corporation last inspected?

CMS lists June 9, 2025 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.

How many citations (violations) does St. John's Health Care Corporation have?

CMS lists 30 health citations since November 8, 2021. CMS also calls these deficiencies.

Has St. John's Health Care Corporation been fined?

CMS lists 2 fines in the past three years, $141,034 in total.

What is the CMS star rating of St. John's Health Care Corporation?

Its CMS overall star rating is 1 of 5.

Is St. John's Health Care Corporation a Special Focus Facility?

No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.

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