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Nursing Home Star Ratings in Buffalo, NY

Federal inspection and quality ratings for Medicare-certified skilled nursing facilities. Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog.

Buffalo nursing homes average 2.3 overall stars across 8 CMS-rated facilities — 0.9 stars below the CMS national average (~3.2). 1 facilities earn 4–5 stars; 6 rate 1–2 stars and warrant extra research. National CMS benchmark: ~3.2 stars.

8

Facilities

2.3

Avg. stars

1

4–5 stars

6

1–2 stars

CMS Nursing Home Quality Report · 2026

Nursing Home Quality in Buffalo, NY

CMS Care Compare lists 8 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Buffalo, NY. Average overall rating: 2.3 stars (national avg ~3.2). 13% earn 4–5 stars; 75% rate 1–2 stars. 1 facility carry Special Focus Facility status — extra federal oversight.

8

CMS-certified facilities

2.3

Avg overall stars

13%

Rate 4–5 stars

75%

Rate 1–2 stars

  • 8 CMS-certified skilled nursing facilities in Buffalo
  • Average overall star rating: 2.3 (below national ~3.2)
  • 13% of facilities rate 4–5 stars (1 of 8)
  • 75% rate 1–2 stars (6 of 8) — verify inspection history
  • 1 Special Focus Facility (13%) under enhanced CMS monitoring
  • 5 facilities have CMS abuse icon flags — review Care Compare details

  • ST CATHERINE LABOURE HEALTH CARE CENTER

    2157 MAIN STREET, BUFFALO, NY 14214

    (716) 862-2000

    Health inspection
    5/5
    Staffing
    5/5
    Quality measures
    4/5
    Full CMS profile 0 health deficiencies (latest survey)

  • Terrace View Long Term Care Facility

    462 Grider Street, Buffalo, NY 14215

    (716) 551-7100

    Health inspection
    2/5
    Staffing
    3/5
    Quality measures
    5/5
    Abuse icon on record — review CMS profile
    Full CMS profile 7 health deficiencies (latest survey)

  • Humboldt House Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

    64 HAGER STREET, BUFFALO, NY 14208

    (716) 886-4377

    Health inspection
    1/5
    Staffing
    2/5
    Quality measures
    5/5
    SFF Candidate
    Full CMS profile 18 health deficiencies (latest survey)

  • Delaware Oaks Center for Rehabilitation and Nursin

    1205 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14209

    (716) 885-3838

    Health inspection
    2/5
    Staffing
    2/5
    Quality measures
    3/5
    Abuse icon on record — review CMS profile
    Full CMS profile 10 health deficiencies (latest survey)

  • Safire Rehabilitation Of Southtown, L L C

    300 Dorrance Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14220

    (716) 566-5252

    Health inspection
    2/5
    Staffing
    3/5
    Quality measures
    3/5
    Full CMS profile 11 health deficiencies (latest survey)

  • HIGHPOINTE ON MICHIGAN HEALTH CARE FACILITY

    1031 MICHIGAN AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14203

    (716) 748-3101

    Health inspection
    1/5
    Staffing
    5/5
    Quality measures
    4/5
    Abuse icon on record — review CMS profile
    Full CMS profile 13 health deficiencies (latest survey)

  • ELLICOTT CENTER FOR REHABILITATION AND NURSING

    200 SEVENTH STREET, BUFFALO, NY 14201

    (716) 847-2500

    Health inspection
    1/5
    Staffing
    1/5
    Quality measures
    2/5
    Full CMS profile 12 health deficiencies (latest survey)

  • Buffalo Center For Rehabilitation And Nursing

    1014 DELAWARE AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14209

    (716) 883-6782

    Health inspection
    1/5
    Staffing
    3/5
    Quality measures
    2/5
    Abuse icon on record — review CMS profile
    Full CMS profile 21 health deficiencies (latest survey)

FAQs

Does Medicaid pay for nursing homes in Buffalo, NY?▾

Yes — New York Medicaid (NY Medicaid MLTC / Assisted Living Program (ALP)) can cover skilled nursing facility room, board, and care for eligible residents. Income is typically limited to ~$1,825/mo with a 60-month asset look-back. Use our free Medicaid screener for Buffalo.

How many nursing homes are in Buffalo, NY?▾

CMS Care Compare lists 8 Medicare-certified skilled nursing facilities in Buffalo. This does not include assisted living communities, which are state-licensed separately.

What do CMS star ratings mean?▾

Overall ratings combine health inspection results, staffing levels, and quality measures on a 1–5 scale. Five stars is above average; one or two stars warrants extra research before choosing.

Does Medicare pay for nursing homes in Buffalo?▾

Medicare may cover short-term skilled nursing after a qualifying hospital stay — not long-term custodial care. For long stays, Medicaid or private pay typically applies.

How do Buffalo nursing home ratings compare to national averages?▾

Buffalo nursing homes average 2.3 overall stars across 8 CMS-rated facilities — 0.9 stars below the CMS national average (~3.2). 1 facilities earn 4–5 stars; 6 rate 1–2 stars and warrant extra research.

What is the difference between a nursing home and assisted living in Buffalo?▾

Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care and are CMS-rated. Assisted living in Buffalo supports daily activities but not skilled nursing — avg ~$4,000/mo. NY Medicaid MLTC / Assisted Living Program (ALP) may cover long-term nursing care for eligible residents; assisted living room and board is typically private pay.

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