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GOOD SHEPHERD-FAIRVIEW HOME INC Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (BINGHAMTON, New York)

80 FAIRVIEW AVENUE, BINGHAMTON, New York 13904

Phone: 6077242477

CMS Overall:3/5

Overview & Bed Count

Certified Beds
54
Avg Residents/Day
49.8
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Broome
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No

CMS Star Ratings

Overall3/5
Health3/5
Staffing4/5
Quality3/5

Nurse Staffing Check

MetricThis FacilityNew York AvgDifference
RN Hours per Resident per Day0.830.73+0.10
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day4.583.69+0.89
CMS Staffing Rating4/52.9/5-
Nursing Staff Turnover54.5%40.3%-

Health Citation History

15 health citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2025-08-01Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-01Infection Control DeficienciesProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-01Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-01Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-01Pharmacy Service DeficienciesProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-01Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure 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.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-01Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-01Resident Rights DeficienciesAllow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.C – Minimal Harm Potential
2025-01-24Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.J – Immediate Jeopardy
2024-01-19Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesTry different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-01-19Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure 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.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-01-19Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-09-09Administration DeficienciesEnsure 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.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-09-09Environmental DeficienciesKeep all essential equipment working safely.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-09-09Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesEnsure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.D – Moderate Harm Potential

Fire Safety Citation History

14 fire safety citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2025-08-01Smoke DeficienciesHave approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-01Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-01Construction DeficienciesInstall a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-01Smoke DeficienciesEnsure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-01Smoke DeficienciesInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-08-01Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesConduct testing and exercise requirements.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-01-19Smoke DeficienciesHave approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-01-19Miscellaneous DeficienciesHave simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-01-19Electrical DeficienciesEnsure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-01-19Smoke DeficienciesEnsure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-01-19Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-01-19Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesConduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.C – Minimal Harm Potential
2021-09-09Construction DeficienciesInstall a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-09-09Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.E – Moderate Harm Potential

Total Penalties & Fines

$16,153
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
1
Number of Fines
1
Total Penalties
DateTypeFine AmountPayment Denial
2025-01-24Fine$16,153-

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