Uhs Hospitals
Binghamton, NY · Medicare-certified inpatient rehabilitation facility (CCN 33T394)
- Patients discharged to the community (return home): No Different
- Readmissions within 30 days of discharge: No Different
- Readmissions during the rehab stay: No Different
- Catheter-associated urinary tract infections: No Different
- C. difficile (C. diff) infections: No Different
Ownership: Non-profit · Phone: (607) 762-2162 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
UHS Hospitals in Binghamton, NY is rated by CMS as performing no different than the national rate on discharge to community, with 0 of 5 reported measures better than national and 0 of 5 worse than national. This means its overall quality picture is consistent with the national average.
Patients at UHS Hospitals return home at a rate CMS describes as no different than the national rate, and readmissions after discharge are also no different than the national rate. This suggests recovery and discharge outcomes similar to typical national performance.
UHS Hospitals is a Medicare-certified, non-profit inpatient rehabilitation facility in Binghamton, New York, providing intensive therapy to help patients regain function after a stroke, surgery, or serious injury before returning home. It has been Medicare-certified since 1985.
About this facility
UHS Hospitals is a Medicare-certified inpatient rehabilitation facility (IRF) located in Binghamton, New York, and has been Medicare-certified since January 1, 1985. It is a non-profit facility serving Broome County and surrounding areas.
An inpatient rehabilitation facility provides intensive, hospital-level therapy — often including physical, occupational, and speech therapy — to help patients regain strength and independence after events such as a stroke, major surgery, or serious injury, with the goal of returning home rather than remaining in long-term care.
According to CMS Care Compare data, UHS Hospitals performs 'No Different than the National Rate' on discharge to community, meaning patients return home from this facility at a rate similar to the national average. Readmission rates — both during the rehab stay and after discharge — are also 'No Different than the National Rate.' On healthcare-associated infections, including catheter-associated urinary tract infections and C. difficile infections, the facility is rated 'No Different than the National Benchmark' for both measures.
Overall, CMS rates UHS Hospitals as performing at the national benchmark on 0 of 5 reported measures better and 0 of 5 worse than the national average — indicating consistent, average performance across all reported quality measures. No measures were listed as not reported for this facility. This summary reflects CMS Care Compare data as published; families should consult Care Compare directly for the most current figures.
Questions patients and families ask
What is an inpatient rehabilitation facility, and how is it different from a nursing home?
An inpatient rehabilitation facility provides intensive, hospital-level therapy (physical, occupational, and speech therapy) aimed at helping patients recover function quickly and return home, unlike a nursing home which typically provides longer-term, lower-intensity custodial care.
How often do patients at this facility recover enough to return home?
CMS rates UHS Hospitals as 'No Different than the National Rate' for discharge to community, meaning patients return home at a rate similar to the national average.
How does this facility compare to national rates on readmissions?
Both readmission during the rehab stay and readmission after discharge are rated 'No Different than the National Rate.'
How does this facility compare on healthcare-associated infections?
Catheter-associated infections and C. difficile infections are both rated 'No Different than the National Benchmark.'
Does Medicare cover care at this facility?
Yes, UHS Hospitals is Medicare-certified, having held certification since January 1, 1985.
Who owns this facility?
UHS Hospitals is a non-profit facility.
How long has this facility been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since January 1, 1985.
What conditions does inpatient rehabilitation treat?
The data provided does not specify particular conditions treated; contact the facility at (607) 762-2162 or verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How is this facility's overall quality picture on CMS measures?
CMS rates UHS Hospitals as performing at the national average on all 5 reported measures, with 0 better than national and 0 worse than national.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view the most current data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/inpatient-rehabilitation-facility/33T394?state=NY.
What should I ask when choosing an inpatient rehab facility?
Consider asking about therapy hours, staff-to-patient ratios, admission criteria, and specific outcome data, and confirm details directly with the facility at (607) 762-2162.
How do I arrange a transfer to this facility from the hospital?
The data provided does not include transfer procedures; contact the facility at (607) 762-2162 to discuss admission and transfer arrangements.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Outcome comparisons are CMS's published measures relative to the national rate. Verify current details with the facility and Medicare before making care decisions.