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St Marys Center INC

Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise insufficient data to identify specific strengths. Still worth an in-person visit.

516 West 126th Street, Manhattan · New York, NY 1002739 bedsLicensed & Active
5/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
3.0/5

based on 4 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

Due to the lack of descriptive feedback in recent reviews, it is difficult to assess the current quality of care at this facility. We strongly recommend scheduling an in-person tour and requesting a copy of the most recent state inspection report to verify standards of care.

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.97hrs
OK
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
3.10hrs
76%
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
39%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
30%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

Total nursing hours are below minimum, though RN coverage is adequate. This may mean fewer aides for daily tasks like bathing and mobility.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 15 measures

Medicare Rating
5/ 5
Better Than Avg

10

measures

Worse Than Avg

4

measures

Mixed Results

1

measures

Long-Stay Residents
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility52.9%
Worse than Avg
Here
52.9%
US
15.4%
NY
13.8%
New york
8.5%
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
12.1%
NY
18.9%
New york
24.8%

Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.

💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility4.2%
Better than Avg
Here
4.2%
US
19.5%
NY
13.3%
New york
5.8%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility5.3%
Better than Avg
Here
5.3%
US
19.4%
NY
20.2%
New york
16.0%
🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility2.5%
Better than Avg
Here
2.5%
US
15.3%
NY
13.8%
New york
9.6%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility4.4%
Better than Avg
Here
4.4%
US
14.4%
NY
14.8%
New york
11.5%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility82.9%
Better than Avg
Here
82.9%
US
81.8%
NY
77.0%
New york
67.8%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

2deficiencies
Well below state avg (7.6)
1 complaint-triggered

St. Marys Center shows a concerning pattern of recurring fire safety and building infrastructure violations across all three surveys, with families filing at least one complaint about care planning issues. The facility has struggled consistently with emergency lighting, fire suppression systems, and exit safety requirements, though all deficiencies show correction dates, suggesting the facility addresses issues when cited.

Feb 12, 2025Routine
5
0584Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor 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.

0222Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

0291Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

0321Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0761Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure 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.

Sep 27, 2023Routine
9
0345Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0225Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.

0291Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

0321Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0363Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0741Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

0918Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

0695Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

0842Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Sep 27, 2023Complaint
1
0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Apr 11, 2022Routine
11
0211Potential for harm · Pattern

Egress Deficiencies

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

0293Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

0355Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

0291Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

0324Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0351Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

0741Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

0609Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

0657Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

0353Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0918Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

St Marys Center INC

Organization Type

nonprofit

Ownership & Management

Owners

St. Marys Center INC

Owner · Organization

100%

Key personnel

Ford, LawrenceManaging Control - Governing BodyFriedman, WilliamManaging Control - Governing BodyHarris, FrederickManaging Control - Governing BodyJavits, TomManaging Control - Governing BodyPollard, DianeManaging Control - Governing Body
Source: Medicare provider data

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