Nursing home · Amsterdam, NY
River Ridge Living Center
100 Sandy Drive, Amsterdam, NY 12010 · (518) 843-3503
River Ridge Living Center is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Amsterdam, New York (Montgomery County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1974. On average it cares for 105 residents a day (about 88% of its certified beds). CMS gives it an overall rating of 1 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 | 3.22 | 3.69 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.33 | 0.73 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 2.87 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 74% | 40% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 81% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 1 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | March 18, 2025 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 24 above the state average of 8 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 8 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 1 totalling $3,387 |
| 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: River Ridge Operating LLC. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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- Wilkinson Residential Health Care Facility ★★★★★Amsterdam · 3.4 mi · 160 beds
- Capstone Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing ★★★★★Amsterdam · 5.3 mi · 120 beds
- Wells Rehabilitation and Nursing Center ★★★★★Johnstown · 9.6 mi · 100 beds
- Nathan Littauer Hospital Nursing Home ★★★★★Gloversville · 11.0 mi · 84 beds
- Fulton Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare ★★★★★Gloversville · 12.4 mi · 176 beds
- Baptist Health Nursing and Rehabilitation Center ★★★★★Scotia · 14.6 mi · 262 beds
Common questions
What is the star rating of River Ridge Living Center?
CMS rates River Ridge Living Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, with 1 stars for health inspections, 2 for staffing and 3 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does River Ridge Living Center have?
120 certified beds, with an average of 105 residents a day.
Does River Ridge Living 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 River Ridge Living Center?
(518) 843-3503. Address: 100 Sandy Drive, Amsterdam, NY 12010.
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).