Corning Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare

Corning Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a for-profit, corporate-owned skilled nursing facility located at 205 East First Street in Corning, New York (ZIP: 14830), within Steuben County. The facility operates 120 certified beds and is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid patients. It can be reached by phone at (607) 654-2400. The facility holds a CMS overall star rating of 5 out of 5, which places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are calculated across three primary domains: health inspections, staffing, and quality measures. Corning Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare received a 5-star rating in both health inspections and quality measures, indicating performance in the higher range for those categories when benchmarked against other certified nursing facilities nationwide. However, the facility received a 1-star staffing rating, the lowest possible score in that domain. Staffing ratings reflect the levels of nursing staff, including registered nurses and certified nursing assistants, relative to the number of residents, and a 1-star score indicates staffing levels that fall below the national average. Corning Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, meaning it is eligible to bill these federal and state programs for covered services. Medicaid certification is particularly relevant for residents requiring long-term care who meet income and asset eligibility requirements. Medicare coverage at this facility typically applies to short-term skilled nursing or rehabilitation stays following a qualifying hospital admission. Individuals seeking placement should verify current bed availability, specific covered services, and any applicable out-of-pocket costs directly with the facility or their respective insurance representatives. When considered as a whole, Corning Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare presents a mixed profile relative to national benchmarks. Its overall 5-star rating and strong scores in health inspections and quality measures position it above the national average of 3.0 stars in those areas. The 1-star staffing rating is a notable contrast and may be a relevant factor for those evaluating care options. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to review the full CMS Nursing Home Compare data and consider all rating dimensions, including staffing levels, when assessing this or any other certified nursing facility.