Pontiac Nursing Home

Nursing Home · Oswego, NY

CMS overall rating 2/5 For profit - Limited Liability company

CMS certification number335590

Contact & location

303 East River Road
Oswego, NY 13126
Oswego County
Phone
(315) 343-1800
ZIP code
13126 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
80
Residents per day
59.0 (74% occupied)
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Legal name
Pontiac Nursing Home LLC
Medicare certified since
January 1, 1977
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Resident council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 2/5
State avg 3.0
Health inspections★★★★★ 2/5
State avg 2.7
Staffing★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 2.8
Quality measures★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 3.9
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 4/5
Short-stay qualityNot rated

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
3.09 (state 3.62 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
0.35 (state 0.71 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
0.83 (state 0.76 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
1.91 (state 2.15 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
2.76 (state 3.18 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
50.0 (state 40.3 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
66.7 (state 39.8 · U.S. 42.9)%
Administrators who left
0 in the last year

Inspections

Last standard inspection
September 12, 2025
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
12.0 (state 8.0 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
1
Citations on record (3 years)
26 health · 26 fire safety
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2025-09-12 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-29
2025-09-12 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-29
2025-09-12 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-29
2025-09-12 Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
F0658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-29
2025-09-12 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-29
2025-09-12 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-29
2025-09-12 Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
F0692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-29
2025-09-12 Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
F0695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-29
2025-09-12 Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-29
2025-09-12 Employ or obtain outside professional resources to provide services in the nursing home when the facility does not employ a qualified professional to furnish a required service.
F0840 · Administration Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-29
2025-09-12 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-29
2025-09-12 Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
F0638 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 B
No actual harm, potential for minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-29
2024-02-15 Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
F0640 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-04-03
2024-02-15 Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-04-03
2024-02-15 Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
F0610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-04-03
2024-02-15 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-04-03
2024-02-15 Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-04-03
2024-02-15 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-04-03
2024-02-15 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-04-03
2024-02-15 Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
F0883 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-04-03
2021-10-14 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2021-12-01
2021-10-14 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2021-12-01
2021-10-14 Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
F0685 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2021-12-01
2021-10-14 Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
F0692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2021-12-01
2021-10-14 Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2021-12-01
2021-10-14 Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.
F0836 · Administration Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2021-12-01

Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results

Fines & penalties

No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Knoll, Charles (individual)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 33%
Mastropierro, Cosimo (individual)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 67%
Amidon, Jeffrey (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Mallo, Arlyn (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Vivenzio, John (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Mallo, Arlyn (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Knoll, Charles (individual)General Partnership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE
Mastropierro, Cosimo (individual)General Partnership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE
Amidon, Jeffrey (individual)Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE
Amidon, Jeffrey (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Mallo, Arlyn (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Mastropierro, Cosimo (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Pontiac Nursing Home?

Pontiac Nursing Home has a 2-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.0-star average in New York.

How many beds does Pontiac Nursing Home have?

It has 80 certified beds and cares for about 59 residents per day.

Has Pontiac Nursing Home been fined?

CMS lists no federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

What is the phone number of Pontiac Nursing Home?

(315) 343-1800. The facility is located at 303 East River Road, Oswego, NY 13126.

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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.