Map showing the location of Waterview Heights Rehabilitation and Nursing Cente in Rochester, New York
135 Meridan St., Rochester, NY, 14612

Overall Score

CMS Five-Star Quality Rating
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  2. Below average
  3. Average
  4. Above average
  5. Much above average

Where it ranks

CMS has not published a rating for this facility, so there is no peer position to show.

How the rating is built

  • Health inspectionsStarting point
  • StaffingCan add or remove a star
  • Quality measuresCan add or remove a star

CMS withholds a rating when a facility is new, has too little inspection history, or is under review.

  • Special Focus FacilityCMS has placed this facility in the Special Focus Facility program for a history of serious quality problems. It is inspected twice as often and can lose Medicare certification if it does not improve.
  • Abuse citation flagCMS shows an abuse icon: inspectors cited the facility for abuse that led to harm within the past year, or for abuse that could have led to harm in each of the last two years.

Ratings & measures

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Health inspection ratingCMS stars from the last three on-site inspection cyclesNo dataNY avg2.8★U.S. avg2.8★
What is health inspection rating?

Stars assigned from the last three standard surveys and every complaint investigation in that window, weighted toward the most recent and the most serious findings. CMS assigns these stars relative to other facilities in the same state.

Why it matters

It carries the most weight in the overall rating and is the only domain based on what trained inspectors saw on site rather than what the facility reported.

Staffing ratingCMS stars from payroll-reported hours and turnoverNo dataNY avg2.7★U.S. avg2.9★
What is staffing rating?

Nurse and aide hours per resident day from payroll records CMS collects every quarter, adjusted for how much care residents need, plus staff turnover and weekend coverage.

Why it matters

More hours and lower turnover are the strongest predictors of fewer falls, pressure sores, and avoidable hospital stays.

Quality measures ratingCMS stars from clinical outcomes and resident assessmentsNo dataNY avg3.9★U.S. avg3.6★
What is quality measures rating?

Clinical outcomes from resident assessments and Medicare claims: falls with injury, pressure ulcers, hospitalizations, antipsychotic use, and more, for both short-stay and long-stay residents.

Why it matters

It shows whether care is working, but part of it comes from the facility’s own assessments, so read it alongside the inspection results.

Total nurse hoursPer resident per day, all nursing staff3.38hrsAbove only 40% of peersNY avg3.65Benchmark4.10
What is total nurse hours?

All licensed nurse and aide hours worked, divided by the number of residents, on an average day. Reported from payroll, not self-reported.

Why it matters

Federal research links 4.1 hours a day to fewer avoidable harms. Below about 3 hours, residents wait longer for help with basics like toileting and repositioning.

RN hoursPer resident per day, registered nurses only0.57hrsAbove 51% of peersNY avg0.70Benchmark0.75
What is rn hours?

Registered nurse hours only. RNs assess residents, manage medications, and catch changes in condition; LPNs and aides deliver most hands-on care.

Why it matters

RN coverage is the staffing measure most tied to fewer hospital transfers and infections, and it is where thinly staffed facilities cut first.

Nursing staff turnoverShare of nursing staff who left within a year · lower is better68%Above only 3% of peersNY avg41%RN turnover68%
What is nursing staff turnover?

The share of nursing staff who left within the past year, from the same payroll data.

Why it matters

High turnover means residents are cared for by people who do not know them, and it is one of the strongest predictors of inspection problems.

Fines in the last three yearsCivil money penalties imposed by CMS · lower is better$839,732Lowest tier among peersNY avg$22,640Fines · denials4 · 0
What is fines in the last three years?

Civil money penalties CMS imposed after serious or uncorrected deficiencies, and denials of Medicare payment for new admissions.

Why it matters

Penalties follow the worst inspection findings. A recent fine is the clearest sign that inspectors found real harm.

Inspection history

Last three inspection cycles
78citations
4inspection dates
6actual harm (G–I)
11immediate jeopardy (J–L)
May 9, 2025most recent

Citations by monthMay 2023 – Dec 2025

  • No actual harm (D–F)
  • Actual harm (G–I)
  • Immediate jeopardy (J–L)
  • $Fine or payment denial

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May 9, 202528 citationsCycle 1worst L · immediate jeopardy$182,722
  1. F761Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Jun 30, 2025
  2. F882Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.Infection ControlF · widespreadCorrected Jun 30, 2025
  3. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareG · isolatedCorrected Aug 4, 2025
  4. F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Jun 30, 2025
  5. F565Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Jun 30, 2025
  6. F584Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Aug 4, 2025
  7. F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationI · widespreadCorrected Jun 30, 2025
  8. F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Jun 30, 2025
  9. F675Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs.Quality of Life and CareL · widespreadCorrected Jun 30, 2025
  10. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareK · patternCorrected Jun 30, 2025
  11. F698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jun 30, 2025
  12. F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Pharmacy ServiceL · widespreadCorrected Jun 30, 2025
  13. F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Jun 30, 2025
  14. F805Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.Nutrition and DietaryD · isolatedCorrected Jun 30, 2025
  15. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryF · widespreadCorrected Aug 4, 2025
  16. F835Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.AdministrationF · widespreadCorrected Jun 30, 2025
  17. F836Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.AdministrationE · patternCorrected Jun 30, 2025
  18. F837Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.AdministrationF · widespreadCorrected Jun 30, 2025
  19. F865Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.AdministrationF · widespreadCorrected Jun 30, 2025
  20. F868Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterlyAdministrationE · patternCorrected Jun 30, 2025
  21. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlL · widespreadCorrected Apr 14, 2025
  22. F912Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.EnvironmentalD · isolatedCorrected Jun 30, 2025
  23. F914Provide bedrooms that don't allow residents to see each other when privacy is needed.EnvironmentalD · isolatedCorrected Jun 30, 2025
  24. F917Make sure each resident has 1) at least one window to the outside in a room; 2) a room at or above ground level; 3) adequate bedding; 4) furniture that meets the resident's needs; or 5) adequate closet space.EnvironmentalB · patternCorrected Jun 30, 2025
  25. F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Jun 30, 2025
  26. F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and CareG · isolatedCorrected Jun 30, 2025
  27. F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jun 30, 2025
  28. F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.Nursing and Physician ServicesL · widespreadCorrected Jun 30, 2025
Sep 17, 202420 citationsCycle 2worst L · immediate jeopardy$314,554
  1. F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and CareH · patternCorrected Nov 15, 2024
  2. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Nov 21, 2024
  3. F565Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.Resident RightsF · widespreadCorrected Nov 15, 2024
  4. F655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedResident Assessment and Care PlanningF · widespreadCorrected Nov 15, 2024
  5. F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and CareK · patternCorrected Jan 13, 2025
  6. F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Nov 15, 2024
  7. F693Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jan 13, 2025
  8. F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.Nursing and Physician ServicesI · widespreadCorrected Nov 15, 2024
  9. F761Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.Pharmacy ServiceL · widespreadCorrected Nov 15, 2024
  10. F810Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.Nutrition and DietaryD · isolatedCorrected Nov 15, 2024
  11. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryF · widespreadCorrected Nov 15, 2024
  12. F813Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.Nutrition and DietaryF · widespreadCorrected Nov 20, 2024
  13. F837Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.AdministrationL · widespreadCorrected Nov 15, 2024
  14. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Nov 15, 2024
  15. F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.Infection ControlD · isolatedCorrected Nov 15, 2024
  16. F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Resident RightsI · widespreadCorrected Nov 15, 2024
  17. F584Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.Resident RightsF · widespreadCorrected Nov 15, 2024
  18. F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationK · patternCorrected Nov 15, 2024
  19. F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Nov 15, 2024
  20. F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Pharmacy ServiceK · patternCorrected Jan 13, 2025
Jan 25, 202415 citationsCycle 3worst E · no actual harm
  1. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Apr 22, 2024
  2. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Apr 22, 2024
  3. F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Mar 15, 2024
  4. F557Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Mar 15, 2024
  5. F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Mar 15, 2024
  6. F582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.Resident RightsB · patternCorrected Mar 15, 2024
  7. F584Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Apr 22, 2024
  8. F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Mar 15, 2024
  9. F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.Nursing and Physician ServicesE · patternCorrected Mar 15, 2024
  10. F732Post nurse staffing information every day.Nursing and Physician ServicesB · patternCorrected Mar 15, 2024
  11. F745Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Mar 15, 2024
  12. F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Mar 15, 2024
  13. F758Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Mar 15, 2024
  14. F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Apr 22, 2024
  15. F761Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Apr 22, 2024
May 25, 202315 citationsCycle 3worst K · immediate jeopardy$38,006
  1. F908Keep all essential equipment working safely.EnvironmentalF · widespreadCorrected Aug 21, 2023
  2. F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Jul 24, 2023
  3. F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Jul 24, 2023
  4. F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Jul 24, 2023
  5. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Aug 21, 2023
  6. F692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Jul 24, 2023
  7. F730Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.Nursing and Physician ServicesD · isolatedCorrected Jul 24, 2023
  8. F742Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jul 24, 2023
  9. F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Aug 21, 2023
  10. F803Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.Nutrition and DietaryF · widespreadCorrected Aug 21, 2023
  11. F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Jul 24, 2023
  12. F810Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.Nutrition and DietaryD · isolatedCorrected Jul 24, 2023
  13. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryF · widespreadCorrected Aug 21, 2023
  14. F835Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.AdministrationF · widespreadCorrected Jul 24, 2023
  15. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareK · patternCorrected Jul 24, 2023

Staffing

From quarterly payroll reports

Hours per resident per day

  • All nursing staffRNs, LPNs and aides combined3.38hrsAbove only 40% of peers−0.27 vs NY avg
  • Registered nursesRN hours only0.57hrsAbove 51% of peers−0.13 vs NY avg
  • Licensed practical nursesLPN hours0.95hrs
  • Nurse aidesCNA hours1.86hrs
  • Weekend nursingAll staff on Saturdays and Sundays2.72hrs
  • New York average
  • Research benchmark (4.10 total, 0.75 RN)

Turnover & capacity

  • Nursing staff turnoverShare who left within a year · lower is better68%Above only 3% of peersNY avg 41%
  • RN turnoverRegistered nurses only68%Not ranked by CMS
  • Administrators who leftIn the past year1Leadership changed
  • Occupancy229 certified beds · ~190 residents a day83%Above only 16% of peersNY avg 90%

Fines & penalties

Roughly the past three years

Enforcement summary

  • $839,732In fines
  • 4Fines
  • 0Payment denials
  • $22,640NY avg in fines
Lowest tier among peersMore in fines than nearly every rated home in New York

Actions on record

  1. Dec 22, 2025Civil money penalty$304,450
  2. May 9, 2025Civil money penalty$182,722
  3. Sep 17, 2024Civil money penalty$314,554
  4. May 25, 2023Civil money penalty$38,006

Ownership

As filed with CMS

Structure

Ownership type
For profit - Partnership
Chain
Hurlbut Care13 facilities in the chain3.6★ chain average
Certification
Medicare and Medicaid
Location type
Urban
Ownership change
None in the last 12 months

People and entities on file

Direct owners (5%+)
  • Robert Hurlbut
Operational or managerial control
  • Hurlbut Health Consulting, LLC
  • Mark Curletta
Corporate officers
  • Mark Curletta
Managing employees
  • Mark Curletta

Person Organization

Sources & notes

Public data, updated quarterly

Data sources

  • CMS Care Compare · Provider InformationStar ratings, staffing hours, turnover, penalties and flags · processed February 2026.
  • CMS Health CitationsEvery deficiency from the last three inspection cycles, with scope, severity and inspection cycle.
  • CMS Penalties and Ownership filesCivil money penalties, payment denials, and the owners and managers on file.

Notes

  • CMS Certification Number 335082 · 135 Meridan St., Rochester, NY, 14612.
  • Percentiles compare this facility with every rated nursing home in New York and Monroe County. Turnover and fines are inverted so a high percentile is always good.
  • This is an informational summary of public data, not medical, legal, or placement advice. Facilities cannot pay to change it; a facility that believes a record is wrong can dispute it with CMS.

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