Nursing home · Lake Placid, NY
Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid
185 Old Military Road, Lake Placid, NY 12946 · (518) 523-8600
Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid is a 156-bed for-profit nursing home in Lake Placid, New York (Essex County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1968. On average it cares for 147 residents a day (about 94% of its certified beds). It is part of Elderwood, a group of 17 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 | 2.57 | 3.69 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.57 | 0.73 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 2.24 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 59% | 40% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 29% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 0 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | October 2, 2024 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 12 above the state average of 8 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 0 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 0 |
| Medicare payment denials | 0 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company. Legal business name: 185 Old Military Road Operating Company LLC. 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 Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid?
CMS rates Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid 2 out of 5 stars overall, with 2 stars for health inspections, 3 for staffing and 3 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid have?
156 certified beds, with an average of 147 residents a day.
Does Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid 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 Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid?
(518) 523-8600. Address: 185 Old Military Road, Lake Placid, NY 12946.
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).