Nursing home / skilled nursing
Tupper Lake Center For Nursing And Rehabilitation
Nursing home / skilled nursing in Tupper Lake, New York
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 114 WAWBEEK AVE |
| City | Tupper Lake |
| State | New York |
| ZIP code | 12986 |
| County | Franklin |
| Phone | 518-359-3355 |
| Website | https://tupperlakehealth.com/ |
| CMS certification number (CCN) | 335220 |
| Ownership | Non profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 60 |
| Certification | Medicare and Medicaid |
| First approved for Medicare/Medicaid | May 24, 1967 |
| Located in a hospital | Y |
| Continuing care retirement community | N |
| Care types | skilled nursing, rehab services |
| Services offered | skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services |
Tupper Lake Center For Nursing And Rehabilitation is in 114 WAWBEEK AVE, Tupper Lake, NY 12986. Phone: 518-359-3355. Ownership: Non profit - Corporation. CMS rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall (health inspection 3, staffing 5, quality measures 4). CMS inspection and staffing detail: total weighted health survey score 30.000; 0 federal fines totaling $0.00; total nursing staff turnover 37.3%.
More about this provider
| Tupper Lake Center Nursing and Rehabilitation's own site says it is nestled in the Adirondacks and offers compassionate skilled nursing care and post-acute rehabilitation in a secure, welcoming environment, with physical, occupational and speech therapy, nursing rehab, nutrition and exercise, wellness planning, social services, beauty/barber and dental services, and a resident council; staff develop an individualized care plan with each new resident and family within the first week. | |
| Services and programs | Skilled nursing care and post-acute rehabilitation; Physical therapy; Occupational therapy; Speech therapy; Nursing rehab; Nutrition and exercise; Wellness planning; Social services; Beauty/barber services; Dental services; Resident Council; Individualized care plan - staff meet with all new residents and their families within the first week to develop a resident-centered care and activity plan |
| Who it serves | Patients and residents needing skilled nursing and rehabilitative care, including long-term care placement and short-term rehabilitation (Rehab-to-Home) |
| Inspection highlights | The provider's own site describes its care as '5-star compassionate skilled nursing care' and '5-Star Healthcare Delivery' (provider-stated on its homepage; not independently verified in this check) |
| Visiting and contact details | Personal tours offered - staff guide visitors through the facility; 114 Wawbeek Ave, Tupper Lake, NY 12986; phone (518) 359-3355; fax (518) 359-9044; email info@tupperlakehealth.com |
| Website | https://tupperlakehealth.com/ |
Quality measures
Source: CMS · CMS processing date: 2026-10-01
| Star ratings and staffing hours | |
|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4 of 5 |
| Health inspection rating | 3 of 5 |
| Staffing rating | 5 of 5 |
| Quality measure rating | 4 of 5 |
| Long-stay quality rating | 4 of 5 |
| Short-stay quality rating | 5 of 5 |
| RN staffing hours per resident per day | 1.38 |
| Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 4.69 |
Inspection results
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Health Score | 28 |
| Total Weighted Health Survey Score | 30.000 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Health Score | 36 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Health Deficiency Score | 28 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Health Deficiency Score | 36 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Standard Survey Health Date | 2024-01-30 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 5 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 7 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Standard Health Deficiencies | 5 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 0 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 6 |
Staffing
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Nursing Case-Mix Index | 1.25191 |
| Registered Nurse turnover | 22.2 |
| Nursing Case-Mix Index Ratio | 0.88772 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 37.3 |
| Reported LPN Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 0.49357 |
| Reported Licensed Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 1.87598 |
| Number of administrators who have left the nursing home | 2 |
| Reported Nurse Aide Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 2.81428 |
| Registered Nurse hours per resident per day on the weekend | 1.02340 |
| Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.62612 |
Penalties
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Number of Fines | 0 |
| Number of Payment Denials | 0 |
| Total Number of Penalties | 0 |
| Total Amount of Fines in Dollars | 0.00 |
Ownership
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Legal Business Name | TUPPER LAKE CENTER LLC |
| Provider Changed Ownership in Last 12 Months | N |
Occupancy and payer mix
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Abuse Icon | N |
| High Performing Icon | N |
| With a Resident and Family Council | Resident |
| Average Number of Residents per Day | 54.9 |
| 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 Franklin County
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Common questions about Tupper Lake Center For Nursing And Rehabilitation
Where is Tupper Lake Center For Nursing And Rehabilitation located?
Tupper Lake Center For Nursing And Rehabilitation is at 114 WAWBEEK AVE, Tupper Lake, New York 12986.
What care and services does Tupper Lake Center For Nursing And Rehabilitation offer?
Tupper Lake Center For Nursing And Rehabilitation offers skilled nursing, rehab services, skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services.
Is Tupper Lake Center For Nursing And Rehabilitation Medicare-certified?
Yes. Tupper Lake Center For Nursing And Rehabilitation is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
What is Tupper Lake Center For Nursing And Rehabilitation's quality rating?
CMS gives Tupper Lake Center For Nursing And Rehabilitation an overall star rating of 4 out of 5.
How do I contact Tupper Lake Center For Nursing And Rehabilitation?
Call Tupper Lake Center For Nursing And Rehabilitation at 518-359-3355.
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.