About Taconic Rehabilitation and Nursing at Ulster
Taconic Rehabilitation And Nursing At Ulster, located in HIGHLAND, NY, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose Taconic Rehabilitation and Nursing at Ulster
- More Nursing Time: Staff spends 4.06 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 2 Stars
- Nursing Hours 4.06 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
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Nursing Staff Analysis
Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Above Average Staffing
Taconic Rehabilitation and Nursing at Ulster provides more care hours than the state average and more than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 2 |
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| Health Inspection | 2 |
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| Quality Measures | 3 |
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| Staffing | 3 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 64 | Mar 12, 2025 |
| Weighted Average | 48 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending May 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.
Medicare claims-based measures
Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) | 28.2% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 9.4% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 1.9% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 1.1% |
MDS-based measures
Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) | 14.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 4.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 0.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 1.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 5.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 90.1% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 86.7% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 3.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 7.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 13.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 94.4% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 81.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 9.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 6.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 13.8% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2025: 3 complaints
- Total: 3 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Apr 18, 2025 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| Apr 18, 2025 | Notify the resident or the resident?s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident?s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. |
| Apr 18, 2025 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. |
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Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
VS SERVICER AT ULSTER LLC
Ownership Structure
- STEPHEN EATON MERCURIO Direct: 50%
- MICHAEL FARBENBLUM Direct: 50%
Management & Direction
- STEPHEN EATON MERCURIO OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- MICHAEL FARBENBLUM OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- MICHAEL MAZUR W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE
- MICHAEL MAZUR CORPORATE DIRECTOR
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Baptist Home at Brookmeade | N/A | 5 |
| Sapphire Nursing and Rehab at Goshen | N/A | 5 |
| Taconic Rehabilitation and Nursing at Beacon | N/A | 4 |
| Woodland Pond at New Paltz | N/A | 4 |
| The Pines at Poughkeepsie Ctr For Nursing and Rehab | N/A | 4 |
| The Grand Rehabilitation and Nrsg at River Valley | N/A | 2 |
| Middletown Park Rehab and Health Care Center | N/A | 4 |
| Sapphire Nursing at Meadow Hill | N/A | 4 |
| Ten Broeck Commons | N/A | 3 |
| Putnam Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | N/A | 2 |
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Ownership Details
Complete list of registered owners, including direct and indirect ownership.
Noted Deficiencies
Detailed history of deficiencies with descriptions and correction dates.
Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
- Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
- Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
- Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
- Room type (private vs. semi-private)
- Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
- Length of stay and specific services required
For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Taconic Rehabilitation and Nursing at Ulster directly at 8456916800. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
Environment & Cleanliness
- Overall cleanliness and odors
- Resident room conditions
- Common area maintenance
- Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
- Staff-to-resident ratios
- How staff interact with residents
- Response time to resident needs
- Staff knowledge and professionalism
Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.