Nursing home / skilled nursing
Wells Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
Nursing home / skilled nursing in Johnstown, New York
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 201 W MADISON AVENUE |
| City | Johnstown |
| State | New York |
| ZIP code | 12095 |
| County | Fulton |
| Phone | 518-762-4546 |
| Website | http://www.wellsnursinghome.org/ |
| CMS certification number (CCN) | 335314 |
| Ownership | Non profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 100 |
| Certification | Medicare and Medicaid |
| First approved for Medicare/Medicaid | January 5, 1971 |
| Located in a hospital | N |
| Continuing care retirement community | N |
| Care types | skilled nursing, rehab services |
| Services offered | skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services |
Wells Rehabilitation And Nursing Center is in 201 W MADISON AVENUE, Johnstown, NY 12095. Phone: 518-762-4546. Ownership: Non profit - Corporation. CMS rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall (health inspection 2, staffing 1, quality measures 2). CMS inspection and staffing detail: total weighted health survey score 23.000; 2 federal fines totaling $19702.00.
More about this provider
| The site describes Wells Nursing Home in Johnstown, NY as a licensed 100-bed skilled nursing facility established in 1970, a multi-disciplined skilled nursing facility including the skilled nursing home, an Adult Day Health Program and Outpatient Rehab services, providing physical, occupational and speech therapy on site and care for short-term rehabilitative and extended nursing needs. The homepage notes outpatient services and the Adult Day Health Program are not available / closed until further notice, with in-patient therapy available. | |
| Services and programs | 100-bed skilled nursing home, Adult Day Health Program, Outpatient Rehab services, Physical therapy, Occupational therapy and Speech therapy available on-site (in-patient therapy only at this time per the homepage), Short-term rehabilitative care and extended/long-term nursing care |
| Who it serves | Patients with short or long term nursing needs; people seeking short-term rehabilitative care or extended services |
| Visiting and contact details | Call (518) 762-4546 for in-patient services (as printed on the homepage); located in historic Johnstown, NY |
| Website | http://www.wellsnursinghome.org/ |
Quality measures
Source: CMS · CMS processing date: 2026-10-01
| Star ratings and staffing hours | |
|---|---|
| Overall rating | 1 of 5 |
| Health inspection rating | 2 of 5 |
| Staffing rating | 1 of 5 |
| Quality measure rating | 2 of 5 |
| Long-stay quality rating | 3 of 5 |
| Short-stay quality rating | 2 of 5 |
| RN staffing hours per resident per day | 0.34 |
| Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 3.53 |
Inspection results
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Health Score | 28 |
| Total Weighted Health Survey Score | 23.000 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Health Score | 8 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Health Deficiency Score | 28 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Health Deficiency Score | 8 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Standard Survey Health Date | 2024-09-12 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 3 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 1 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Standard Health Deficiencies | 3 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 3 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 0 |
Staffing
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Nursing Case-Mix Index | 1.28422 |
| Nursing Case-Mix Index Ratio | 0.91063 |
| Reported LPN Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 0.74975 |
| Reported Licensed Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 1.08476 |
| Reported Nurse Aide Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 2.44663 |
| Registered Nurse hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.12893 |
| Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 2.89604 |
Penalties
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Number of Fines | 2 |
| Number of Payment Denials | 0 |
| Total Number of Penalties | 2 |
| Total Amount of Fines in Dollars | 19702.00 |
Ownership
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Legal Business Name | WELLS NURSING HOME INC |
| 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 | 97.8 |
| Automatic Sprinkler Systems in All Required Areas | Yes |
| Most Recent Health Inspection More Than 2 Years Ago | Y |
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 Fulton County
- Fulton Center For Rehabilitation And Healthcare — Gloversville
- Nathan Littauer Hospital Nursing Home — Gloversville
Common questions about Wells Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
Where is Wells Rehabilitation And Nursing Center located?
Wells Rehabilitation And Nursing Center is at 201 W MADISON AVENUE, Johnstown, New York 12095.
What care and services does Wells Rehabilitation And Nursing Center offer?
Wells Rehabilitation And Nursing Center offers skilled nursing, rehab services, skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services.
Is Wells Rehabilitation And Nursing Center Medicare-certified?
Yes. Wells Rehabilitation And Nursing Center is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
What is Wells Rehabilitation And Nursing Center's quality rating?
CMS gives Wells Rehabilitation And Nursing Center an overall star rating of 1 out of 5.
How do I contact Wells Rehabilitation And Nursing Center?
Call Wells Rehabilitation And Nursing Center at 518-762-4546.
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.