Nursing homes in Elmira, NY
Compare 2 Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in Elmira, part of the Chemung area. Average overall CMS Five-Star rating is 4★ — above the national average (3.1★). Ratings are sourced from the latest CMS Care Compare provider extract.
Elmira residents have access to two nursing home facilities serving ZIP codes 14901 and 14902 within Chemung County. According to the latest CMS Care Compare data, these facilities maintain an average overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. Among these options, the Chemung County Health Center - Nursing Facility stands out as a top-performing provider, earning a distinguished 5-star rating for its commitment to quality care standards.
Rating distribution
avg 4★ · 2 homesProvider mix in Elmira
2 organisations operate homes in this suburb.
- ST. JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL1 home
- COUNTY OF CHEMUNG1 home
What to look for in Elmira
- All homes in Elmira score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
- 2 of 2 homes meet a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
- 1 home holds the top 5★ overall rating — a useful shortlist starting point.
- 1 of 2 home sits below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Elmira
| Chemung County Health Center - Nursing Facility COUNTY OF CHEMUNG · Large · Government | 5.0 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 3 |
| St. Joseph's Hospital - Skilled Nursing Facility ST. JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL · Medium · Not for Profit | 3.0 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
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Each home is scored 1–5★ across compliance, residents' experience, staffing, and quality measures, then combined into an overall rating.