Nursing home · Lackawanna, NY
Mercy Hospital Skilled Nursing Facility
55 Melroy Avenue, Lackawanna, NY 14218 · (716) 819-5300
Mercy Hospital Skilled Nursing Facility is a 84-bed nonprofit nursing home in Lackawanna, New York (Erie County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1970. On average it cares for 83 residents a day (about 98% of its certified beds). CMS gives it an overall rating of 5 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 | 4.87 | 3.69 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.67 | 0.73 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 4.37 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 43% | 40% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 38% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 0 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | July 24, 2025 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 3 below 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: Non profit - Corporation. Legal business name: Mercy Hospital of Buffalo. 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 Mercy Hospital Skilled Nursing Facility?
CMS rates Mercy Hospital Skilled Nursing Facility 5 out of 5 stars overall, with 4 stars for health inspections, 5 for staffing and 5 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Mercy Hospital Skilled Nursing Facility have?
84 certified beds, with an average of 83 residents a day.
Does Mercy Hospital Skilled Nursing Facility 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 Mercy Hospital Skilled Nursing Facility?
(716) 819-5300. Address: 55 Melroy Avenue, Lackawanna, NY 14218.
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).