River Ridge Living Center
Amsterdam, NY · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 335422) · 120 certified beds
Health inspection: 1 · Quality measures: 3 · Staffing: 1
Federal fines: 1 totaling $3,387
Phone: (518) 843-3503 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
River Ridge Living Center has a CMS overall star rating of 1 out of 5, which is below the New York state average of 3.03. Its health inspection rating is 1 out of 5, and its staffing rating is also 1 out of 5.
River Ridge Living Center reports total nurse hours of about 3.12 per resident per day, with registered nurse hours of about 0.37 per resident per day, and a nursing staff turnover rate of 67.9%. CMS gives the facility a staffing rating of 1 out of 5 stars.
River Ridge Living Center has 1 federal fine on record from CMS, totaling $3,387.00, and no payment denials. CMS does not show an abuse icon or Special Focus designation for this facility based on the data provided.
About this facility
River Ridge Living Center is a Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Amsterdam, Montgomery County, New York, operating under for-profit LLC ownership since first approval on December 1, 1974. The facility is certified for 120 beds and reports an average daily census of 112.7 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare, River Ridge holds an overall star rating of 1 out of 5, which is below the New York state average of 3.03. This overall score reflects a health inspection rating of 1 out of 5, a quality measures rating of 3 out of 5, and a staffing rating of 1 out of 5.
Nurse staffing data show total nurse hours per resident per day of approximately 3.12, with registered nurse hours per resident per day of about 0.37. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 67.9%.
On penalties, CMS records show River Ridge Living Center has 1 federal fine on record, totaling $3,387.00. There are no payment denials recorded. CMS does not display an abuse icon for this facility, and it is not listed under the Special Focus program according to the data provided. Ownership has not changed in the past 12 months, so current ratings reflect the present operator. No chain affiliation data was provided for this facility.
Source: CMS Medicare Care Compare. Families should verify current details directly on Care Compare before making a decision.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
River Ridge Living Center has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars, below the New York state average of 3.03.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
The facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is about 3.12 hours per resident per day, with 0.37 RN hours per resident per day, and nursing staff turnover of 67.9%. The CMS staffing rating is 1 out of 5.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 1 fine totaling $3,387.00, with no payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
Based on the data provided, CMS does not display an abuse icon for this facility, and it is not listed as a Special Focus facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
River Ridge Living Center is certified for 120 beds with an average daily census of 112.7 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a for-profit limited liability company; no chain affiliation data was provided.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility was first approved for Medicare/Medicaid certification on December 1, 1974.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on overall quality (1/5), health inspections (1/5), quality measures (3/5), and staffing (1/5), which combine into the overall score.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
This information is not included in the provided data; please contact the facility at 5188433503 or check Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; please contact the facility at 5188433503 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view the latest details at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/335422?state=NY.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.