Nursing home · Amherst, NY
Elderwood at Amherst
4459 Bailey Avenue, Amherst, NY 14226 · (716) 835-2543
Elderwood at Amherst is a 92-bed for-profit nursing home in Amherst, New York (Erie County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1967. On average it cares for 81 residents a day (about 88% of its certified beds). It is part of Elderwood, a group of 17 nursing homes. CMS gives it an overall rating of 3 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 | 3.77 | 3.69 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.68 | 0.73 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 3.17 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 55% | 40% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 44% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 2 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | April 18, 2025 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 5 below the state average of 8 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 2 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 1 totalling $25,262 |
| 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: 4459 Bailey Avenue 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 at Amherst?
CMS rates Elderwood at Amherst 3 out of 5 stars overall, with 2 stars for health inspections, 3 for staffing and 5 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Elderwood at Amherst have?
92 certified beds, with an average of 81 residents a day.
Does Elderwood at Amherst 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 at Amherst?
(716) 835-2543. Address: 4459 Bailey Avenue, Amherst, NY 14226.
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).