New York: CMS Rating Breakdown
New York is home to 596 CMS-certified nursing homes, according to current data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The state's nursing home landscape comprises 412 for-profit facilities, 155 nonprofit facilities, and 29 government-operated homes. Across this population, the average Five-Star overall rating stands at 3.05 out of 5.
The Five-Star rating system serves as a broad indicator of nursing home performance but carries documented limitations that merit consideration. A state average reflects aggregate data across many facilities with varying circumstances and should not be interpreted as a definitive assessment of any individual home's quality. The rating is not a substitute for medical, financial, or legal counsel.
When evaluating a specific nursing home, prospective residents and their families should consult the facility's individual profile on CMS's Care Compare platform, which provides current, detailed performance data and allows for direct comparison across multiple quality measures.
How to read this. The star ratings here are official CMS Five-Star Quality figures, shown as the rating as of May2026 — a relative quality measure with documented limits, not a recommendation, guarantee, or medical/financial/legal advice. Always confirm the current rating and details on the facility’s live Medicare Care Compare profile, and involve the resident and their clinicians in any decision.
Ownership mix
| Ownership | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For Profit | 412 |
| Non Profit | 155 |
| Government | 29 |
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Informational only — not medical, financial, or legal advice. Senior Care by State reports official CMS Five-Star Quality data, which is a relative measure with documented limitations — not a recommendation or a guarantee that any facility is right for you. Choosing care is a personal medical and financial decision: confirm the current details with the facility directly, talk with the resident’s physician and care team, and verify ratings and coverage on Medicare.gov or with your state’s long-term-care or health agency before relying on anything here. For medical, financial, or legal questions, consult a qualified professional.