Nursing home · Cortland, NY
Guthrie Cortland Medical Center
134 Homer Avenue, Cortland, NY 13045 · (607) 756-3909
Guthrie Cortland Medical Center is a 80-bed nonprofit nursing home in Cortland, New York (Cortland County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1993. On average it cares for 69 residents a day (about 86% of its certified beds). It is part of Guthrie, a group of 2 nursing homes. CMS gives it an overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars; the average in New York is 3.1.
Ratings
| CMS rating | Stars |
|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Health inspections | ★★★★★ |
| Staffing | ★★★★★ |
| Quality measures | ★★★★★ |
Staffing
| Staffing | This home | New York avg | US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 4.69 | 3.69 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 1.04 | 0.73 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 3.71 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 28% | 40% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 29% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 0 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | February 25, 2026 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 6 below the state average of 8 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 1 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 1 totalling $185,442 |
| Medicare payment denials | 0 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: Non profit - Corporation. Legal business name: Guthrie Cortland Medical Center. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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Common questions
What is the star rating of Guthrie Cortland Medical Center?
CMS rates Guthrie Cortland Medical Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, with 1 stars for health inspections, 5 for staffing and 5 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Guthrie Cortland Medical Center have?
80 certified beds, with an average of 69 residents a day.
Does Guthrie Cortland Medical Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicare and Medicaid. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for Guthrie Cortland Medical Center?
(607) 756-3909. Address: 134 Homer Avenue, Cortland, NY 13045.
Before you choose
- Visit at different times, including evenings and weekends.
- Ask how many residents each nurse and aide cares for on each shift.
- Read the latest inspection report and ask what has been fixed.
- Ask whether a bed is available for your coverage (Medicare, Medicaid or private pay).