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Skilled nursing facility · CMS certification number 335428

LEWIS COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL-NURSING HOME UNIT

LOWVILLE, New York · Medicare and Medicaid

Certified beds, as filed in Care Compare: 160

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Finances, as filed

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Nurse staffing

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Ownership, as filed with CMS

Care Compare

As filed in the CMS file dated October 1, 2026 (Care Compare ownership).

Owner or managerRoleTypeOwnership percentageAssociation
TUTTLE-MALONE, SHIRLEYADP OF THE SNFIndividualNOT APPLICABLEsince 04/03/2025
WURZ, DEBRAADP OF THE SNFIndividualNOT APPLICABLEsince 02/26/2020
HELLINGER, JEFFREYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualNOT APPLICABLEsince 10/18/2016
JONES, JENNIFERCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualNOT APPLICABLEsince 12/31/2015
LEHMAN, JOHNCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualNOT APPLICABLEsince 01/01/2020
MASTASCUSA, MARGUERITECORPORATE OFFICERIndividualNOT APPLICABLEsince 11/01/2012
MCDOWELL, PHILIPCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualNOT APPLICABLEsince 12/01/2016
MENY, HOWARDCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualNOT APPLICABLEsince 11/01/2020
MUSNICKI, DONALDCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualNOT APPLICABLEsince 01/01/2015
RENNIE, KARENCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualNOT APPLICABLEsince 01/01/2019
ROSS, SUSANCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualNOT APPLICABLEsince 07/01/2018
SCHWARTZ, JOHNCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualNOT APPLICABLEsince 01/01/2024
YOUNG, MICHAELCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualNOT APPLICABLEsince 10/10/2010
SCHWARTZ, JOHNMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualNOT APPLICABLEsince 01/01/2024
WURZ, DEBRAMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualNOT APPLICABLEsince 02/26/2020
HELLINGER, JEFFREYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualNOT APPLICABLEsince 10/18/2016
SCHWARTZ, JOHNOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualNOT APPLICABLEsince 01/01/2024
TUTTLE-MALONE, SHIRLEYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualNOT APPLICABLEsince 01/01/2020
WURZ, DEBRAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualNOT APPLICABLEsince 02/26/2020

Medicare enrollment

As filed in the CMS file dated August 1, 2026 (Medicare enrollment ownership), under the enrollment of LEWIS COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL (enrollment ID O20130327000174).

CMS paused the expanded ownership disclosure on Form CMS-855A in guidance dated December 11, 2025; where the private equity, real estate investment trust or holding company field below has not been filed under the current cycle, it reads “Paused by CMS”.

OwnerIndividual or organizationRoleOwnership percentageAssociation dateDescribed in the filing as
DEBRA A WURZIndividualADP OF THE SNFNot stated in the filing2/26/2020
Private equity company: Paused by CMS
Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS
Holding company: Paused by CMS
SHIRLEY A TUTTLE-MALONEIndividualADP OF THE SNFNot stated in the filing4/3/2025
Private equity company: Paused by CMS
Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS
Holding company: Paused by CMS
DONALD MUSNICKIIndividualCORPORATE OFFICER01/1/2015
Private equity company: Paused by CMS
Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS
Holding company: Paused by CMS
HOWARD T MENYIndividualCORPORATE OFFICER011/1/2020
Private equity company: Paused by CMS
Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS
Holding company: Paused by CMS
JEFFREY H HELLINGERIndividualCORPORATE OFFICER010/18/2016
Private equity company: Paused by CMS
Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS
Holding company: Paused by CMS
JENNIFER JONESIndividualCORPORATE OFFICER012/31/2015
Private equity company: Paused by CMS
Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS
Holding company: Paused by CMS
JOHN SCHWARTZIndividualCORPORATE OFFICER01/1/2024
Private equity company: Paused by CMS
Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS
Holding company: Paused by CMS
JOHN V LEHMANIndividualCORPORATE OFFICER01/1/2020
Private equity company: Paused by CMS
Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS
Holding company: Paused by CMS
KAREN RENNIEIndividualCORPORATE OFFICER01/1/2019
Private equity company: Paused by CMS
Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS
Holding company: Paused by CMS
MARGUERITE MASTASCUSAIndividualCORPORATE OFFICER011/1/2012
Private equity company: Paused by CMS
Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS
Holding company: Paused by CMS
MICHAEL YOUNGIndividualCORPORATE OFFICER010/10/2010
Private equity company: Paused by CMS
Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS
Holding company: Paused by CMS
PHILIP E MCDOWELLIndividualCORPORATE OFFICER012/1/2016
Private equity company: Paused by CMS
Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS
Holding company: Paused by CMS
SUSAN J ROSSIndividualCORPORATE OFFICER07/1/2018
Private equity company: Paused by CMS
Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS
Holding company: Paused by CMS
DEBRA A WURZIndividualMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYNot stated in the filing2/26/2020
Private equity company: Paused by CMS
Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS
Holding company: Paused by CMS
JOHN SCHWARTZIndividualMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYNot stated in the filing1/1/2024
Private equity company: Paused by CMS
Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS
Holding company: Paused by CMS
DEBRA A WURZIndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLNot stated in the filing2/26/2020
Private equity company: Paused by CMS
Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS
Holding company: Paused by CMS
JEFFREY H HELLINGERIndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLNot stated in the filing10/18/2016
Private equity company: Paused by CMS
Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS
Holding company: Paused by CMS
JOHN SCHWARTZIndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLNot stated in the filing1/1/2024
Private equity company: Paused by CMS
Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS
Holding company: Paused by CMS
SHIRLEY A TUTTLE-MALONEIndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLNot stated in the filing1/1/2020
Private equity company: Paused by CMS
Real estate investment trust: Paused by CMS
Holding company: Paused by CMS

Changes in ownership

Recent changes on this record

Inspections

Inspection cycleHealth inspectionFire safety inspectionHealth deficienciesFire safety deficiencies
1July 10, 2026July 10, 202675
2July 30, 2024July 30, 202487
3July 6, 2022July 6, 2022610
3December 6, 2019December 6, 201924

From the Care Compare inspection summary file NH_SurveySummary_Oct2026.csv, processed on October 1, 2026.

Deficiencies cited

23 deficiencies on file, newest inspection first
Inspection dateInspection typeTagCategoryWhat was citedScope and severityComplaintCorrectedCorrection date
July 10, 2026HealthF 0550Resident Rights DeficienciesHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.DNoDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSeptember 4, 2026
July 10, 2026HealthF 0577Resident Rights DeficienciesAllow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.BNoDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSeptember 4, 2026
July 10, 2026HealthF 0582Resident Rights DeficienciesGive residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.BNoDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSeptember 11, 2026
July 10, 2026HealthF 0656Resident 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.ENoDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSeptember 11, 2026
July 10, 2026HealthF 0692Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.DNoDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSeptember 11, 2026
July 10, 2026HealthF 0694Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.EYesDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSeptember 4, 2026
July 10, 2026HealthF 0804Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesEnsure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.ENoDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSeptember 4, 2026
October 10, 2024HealthF 0600Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.KYesDeficient, Provider has date of correctionNovember 22, 2024
October 10, 2024HealthF 0744Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.DYesDeficient, Provider has date of correctionNovember 22, 2024
October 10, 2024HealthF 0835Administration DeficienciesAdminister the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.EYesDeficient, Provider has date of correctionNovember 22, 2024
July 30, 2024HealthF 0554Resident Rights DeficienciesAllow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.DNoDeficient, Provider has date of correctionOctober 10, 2024
July 30, 2024HealthF 0689Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.EYesDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSeptember 20, 2024
July 30, 2024HealthF 0804Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesEnsure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.ENoDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSeptember 20, 2024
July 30, 2024HealthF 0810Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProvide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.DNoDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSeptember 20, 2024
July 30, 2024HealthF 0812Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.ENoDeficient, Provider has date of correctionSeptember 20, 2024
July 6, 2022HealthF 0609Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.DNoDeficient, Provider has date of correctionAugust 31, 2022
July 6, 2022HealthF 0610Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesRespond appropriately to all alleged violations.DNoDeficient, Provider has date of correctionAugust 31, 2022
July 6, 2022HealthF 0689Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.GNoDeficient, Provider has date of correctionAugust 31, 2022
July 6, 2022HealthF 0690Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.DNoDeficient, Provider has date of correctionAugust 31, 2022
July 6, 2022HealthF 0761Pharmacy 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.DNoDeficient, Provider has date of correctionAugust 31, 2022
July 6, 2022HealthF 0836Administration 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.ENoDeficient, Provider has date of correctionAugust 31, 2022
December 6, 2019HealthF 0577Resident Rights DeficienciesAllow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.DNoDeficient, Provider has date of correctionDecember 11, 2019
December 6, 2019HealthF 0761Pharmacy 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.DNoDeficient, Provider has date of correctionFebruary 1, 2020

From the Care Compare health citations file NH_HealthCitations_Oct2026.csv, processed on October 1, 2026.

Penalties

Penalty dateTypeFine amountPayment denial beganPayment denial, daysFine ID
October 10, 2024Fine$160,04622342

From the Care Compare penalties file NH_Penalties_Oct2026.csv, processed on October 1, 2026.

Care Compare provider information

FieldAs filed
Provider TypeMedicare and Medicaid
Ownership TypeGovernment - County
Legal Business NameLEWIS COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL
Date First Approved to Provide Medicare and Medicaid Services1975-01-01
Provider Resides in HospitalY
Continuing Care Retirement CommunityN
UrbanN
County/ParishLewis
Telephone Number3153765200
Provider Changed Ownership in Last 12 MonthsN
With a Resident and Family CouncilBoth
Automatic Sprinkler Systems in All Required AreasYes
Number of Certified Beds160
Average Number of Residents per Day109.1
Overall Rating2
Health Inspection Rating2
QM Rating3
Long-Stay QM Rating2
Short-Stay QM Rating4
Processing Date2026-09-01

From the Care Compare Provider Information file NH_ProviderInfo_Sep2026_3.csv, processed on September 1, 2026.

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