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Elderwood at Ticonderoga

Nursing HomeTiconderoga, NYCMS 335482
38 citations on record

From CMS

Facility profile

CMS overall rating
2 / 5

*CMS Five-Star

Certified beds
84

*CMS

Avg. residents per day
79.7

*CMS

Inspection record

On record from CMS

Citations on record
38

*CMS

Inspections on file
7

*CMS

Last inspection
2025-08-20

*CMS

Citations

38 citations on record

Each deficiency cited on a CMS health inspection of this facility, sourced from the federal record. Open a report for the raw CMS Scope and Severity grade on each finding.

What do CMS severity letters mean?

Serious (G-L). Actual harm to a resident, or immediate jeopardy. Codes G through I indicate actual harm; J through L indicate immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.

General (A-F). No actual harm found, or harm that is minimal. The facility must still submit a Plan of Correction. Most CMS citations land here.

Each letter combines severity with scope: how many residents the deficiency affected.

  • 0580Generalpotential for harm

    Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

  • 0690Generalpotential for harm

    Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

  • 0692Generalpotential for harm

    Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

  • 0755Generalpotential for harm

    Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

  • 0610Generalpotential for harm

    Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

  • 0656Generalpotential for harm

    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

  • 0761Generalpotential for harm

    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.

  • 0804Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

  • 0805Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

  • 0604Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

  • 0679Generalpotential for harm

    Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

  • 0007Generalpotential for harm

    Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.

  • 0026Generalpotential for harm

    Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.

  • 0211Generalpotential for harm

    Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

  • 0341Generalpotential for harm

    Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

  • 0761Generalpotential for harm

    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.

  • 0812Generalpotential for harm

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

  • 0814Generalno actual harm

    Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

  • 0880Generalpotential for harm

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

  • 0222Generalpotential for harm

    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.

  • 0311Generalpotential for harm

    Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

  • 0372Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

  • 0584Generalno actual harm

    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.

  • 0271Generalpotential for harm

    Have exits that are accessible at all times.

  • 0311Generalpotential for harm

    Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

  • 0372Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

  • 0926Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.

  • 0550Generalpotential for harm

    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

  • 0582Generalpotential for harm

    Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

  • 0655Generalpotential for harm

    Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

  • 0656Generalpotential for harm

    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

  • 0692Generalpotential for harm

    Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

  • 0756Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

  • 0757Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

  • 0758Generalpotential for harm

    Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

  • 0812Generalpotential for harm

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

  • 0836Generalpotential for harm

    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.

  • 0880Generalpotential for harm

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Inspection history

Every health inspection on record

Each CMS health inspection of this facility, and the deficiencies the surveyors cited. Where the verbatim Form 2567 statement of deficiencies is on file, it links to the full report.

FAQ

Questions and answers

What is Elderwood at Ticonderoga?
Elderwood at Ticonderoga is a Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home in Ticonderoga, NY, tracked by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Its CMS Certification Number (CCN) is 335482.
What is the CMS rating for Elderwood at Ticonderoga?
Elderwood at Ticonderoga has a CMS overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars. CMS rates nursing homes on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
How many beds does Elderwood at Ticonderoga have?
Elderwood at Ticonderoga is certified for 84 beds. It serves an average of 79.7 residents per day.
How many citations does Elderwood at Ticonderoga have?
Elderwood at Ticonderoga has 38 citations on record from CMS health inspections, each tied to a federal deficiency tag.
When was Elderwood at Ticonderoga last inspected?
Elderwood at Ticonderoga was last inspected on August 20, 2025. CMS surveys nursing homes about once a year and after complaints.
What can I do if I have concerns about care at this facility?
Start by raising the concern with the facility administrator or director of nursing. Every state also runs a free long-term care ombudsman program that advocates for residents and families; the federal Eldercare Locator at eldercare.acl.gov can connect you with yours. Complaints about quality of care can also be filed with your state survey agency.

*Sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). See the official record on CMS Care Compare. If you believe any information is inaccurate, report it here.

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