Nursing home / skilled nursing
Washington Center For Rehab And Healthcare
Nursing home / skilled nursing in Argyle, New York
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | ROUTE 40 |
| City | Argyle |
| State | New York |
| ZIP code | 12809 |
| County | Washington |
| Phone | 518-638-8274 |
| Website | https://washington-center.facilities.centershealthcare.org/ |
| CMS certification number (CCN) | 335413 |
| Ownership | For profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 122 |
| Certification | Medicare and Medicaid |
| First approved for Medicare/Medicaid | July 1, 1974 |
| Located in a hospital | N |
| Continuing care retirement community | N |
| Care types | skilled nursing, rehab services |
| Services offered | skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services |
Washington Center For Rehab And Healthcare is in ROUTE 40, Argyle, NY 12809. Phone: 518-638-8274. Ownership: For profit - Corporation. CMS rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall (health inspection 2, staffing 3, quality measures 5). CMS inspection and staffing detail: total weighted health survey score 26.000; 1 federal fines totaling $9620.00; total nursing staff turnover 42.5%.
More about this provider
| Washington Center's official Centers Health Care facility site describes a rehabilitation and skilled nursing center in Argyle, NY offering short-term rehabilitation (RehabStrong) and long-term care, with physical, occupational and speech therapy, subacute and complex medical care, cardiac therapies, 24/7 skilled care, onsite medical staff and comfortable accommodations, focused on getting residents stronger and back home. | |
| Services and programs | RehabStrong results-driven rehabilitation; Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Therapy (speech, language, swallowing and voice); Subacute Care (enteral nutrition therapy, noninvasive vent care, post-surgical PleurX management, LifeVest management, comfort and palliative care, respiratory management, diabetes management, wound care and wound vac, post-surgical orthopedic care, IV antibiotic therapy, amputee recovery and training); Complex Medical Care Program; Cardiac Therapies (exercise, behavior modification, diet and resident education); short-term care and long-term care; 24/7 skilled care with nurses, therapists, physicians and social services workers; onsite medical staff; Nutrition Program with registered dietitian meal planning |
| Who it serves | People recovering from injury or surgery, short-term illness, stroke, or living with disability; complex, comorbid cases discharged from local hospitals; individuals with heart disease (Cardiac Therapies) |
| Payment types it states | FAQ states: 'In most cases, care is covered for skilled nursing' and the admissions team can guide families through how their insurance will help cover care needs; no specific payer list is published on the pages read |
| Visiting and contact details | Book a Tour offered on the site; families can visit by video calls such as Skype or Zoom and by phone; pets are allowed to visit with state-required vaccination records and must be well mannered and in control; Call 518.638.8274; Email info@centershealthcare.org |
| Website | https://washington-center.facilities.centershealthcare.org/ |
Quality measures
Source: CMS · CMS processing date: 2026-10-01
| Star ratings and staffing hours | |
|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3 of 5 |
| Health inspection rating | 2 of 5 |
| Staffing rating | 3 of 5 |
| Quality measure rating | 5 of 5 |
| Long-stay quality rating | 5 of 5 |
| Short-stay quality rating | 5 of 5 |
| RN staffing hours per resident per day | 0.40 |
| Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 3.55 |
Inspection results
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Health Score | 32 |
| Total Weighted Health Survey Score | 26.000 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Health Score | 8 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Health Deficiency Score | 32 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Health Deficiency Score | 8 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Standard Survey Health Date | 2025-09-12 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 4 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 2 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Standard Health Deficiencies | 4 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 1 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 1 |
Staffing
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Nursing Case-Mix Index | 1.40724 |
| Registered Nurse turnover | 15.4 |
| Nursing Case-Mix Index Ratio | 0.99786 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 42.5 |
| Reported LPN Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 0.96858 |
| Reported Licensed Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 1.37354 |
| Number of administrators who have left the nursing home | 0 |
| Reported Nurse Aide Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 2.17953 |
| Registered Nurse hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.29435 |
| Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.23902 |
Penalties
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Number of Fines | 1 |
| Number of Payment Denials | 0 |
| Total Number of Penalties | 1 |
| Total Amount of Fines in Dollars | 9620.00 |
Ownership
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Chain ID | 127 |
| Chain Name | CENTERS HEALTH CARE |
| Legal Business Name | WASHINGTON OPERATIONS ASSOCIATES LLC |
| Chain Average QM Rating | 3.8 |
| Chain Average Staffing Rating | 2.4 |
| Number of Facilities in Chain | 36 |
| Chain Average Overall 5-star Rating | 2.3 |
| Chain Average Health Inspection Rating | 2.1 |
| Provider Changed Ownership in Last 12 Months | N |
Occupancy and payer mix
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Abuse Icon | Y |
| High Performing Icon | N |
| With a Resident and Family Council | Resident |
| Average Number of Residents per Day | 115.0 |
| Automatic Sprinkler Systems in All Required Areas | Yes |
| Most Recent Health Inspection More Than 2 Years Ago | N |
Who pays for nursing home / skilled nursing?
What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:
Nursing home / skilled nursing guide · Paying for care
Other nursing home / skilled nursing in Washington County
- Fort Hudson Nursing Center Inc — Fort Edward
- Granville Center For Rehabilitation And Nursing — Granville
- Slate Valley Center For Rehabilitation And Nursing — Granville
Common questions about Washington Center For Rehab And Healthcare
Where is Washington Center For Rehab And Healthcare located?
Washington Center For Rehab And Healthcare is at ROUTE 40, Argyle, New York 12809.
What care and services does Washington Center For Rehab And Healthcare offer?
Washington Center For Rehab And Healthcare offers skilled nursing, rehab services, skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services.
Is Washington Center For Rehab And Healthcare Medicare-certified?
Yes. Washington Center For Rehab And Healthcare is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
What is Washington Center For Rehab And Healthcare's quality rating?
CMS gives Washington Center For Rehab And Healthcare an overall star rating of 3 out of 5.
How do I contact Washington Center For Rehab And Healthcare?
Call Washington Center For Rehab And Healthcare at 518-638-8274.
How much does a nursing home cost?
The national median cost of a nursing home is $9,581 a month for a semi-private room and $10,798 a month for a private room (CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025). Costs in New York can be higher or lower. See our guide to nursing home costs and who pays for the full picture.
Does Medicare pay for a nursing home?
Medicare Part A pays for skilled nursing care in a certified nursing home for up to 100 days in each benefit period. You need a hospital stay of at least 3 days first. You pay $0 a day for days 1 to 20, then $217 a day for days 21 to 100 (2026). After day 100, Medicare pays $0. Medicare does not pay for long-term care that only helps with daily tasks. Medicare Advantage plans cover skilled nursing too, with their own costs and rules. A Medigap plan can pay the daily cost share toward the Original Medicare benefit.
What is the difference between a nursing home and assisted living?
A nursing home gives skilled nursing care and rehab around the clock. Assisted living gives a room, meals, and help with daily tasks like bathing and dressing. It does not give round-the-clock nursing care. People who need daily medical care often need a nursing home. People who need help but not daily medical care often pick assisted living.
Who else pays for a nursing home besides Medicare?
Medicaid pays for nursing home care for people who meet its income and asset rules. It is the main payer for long stays. The VA pays for some veterans in VA or contract nursing homes. Long-term care insurance can pay for part of the cost. Most other costs are paid out of pocket.