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Guthrie Cortland Medical Center

134 Homer Avenue

2.9(308 ratings)· Cortland average: 3.7

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Quick Facts

Total units
80
Medicare rating
2 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
Non profit, Corporation
Certified beds
80

What Families Think

There isn't enough detailed review text available for Guthrie Cortland Medical Center to identify specific strengths or concerns. The community holds a 3 out of 5 rating from 306 Google reviews, but families should contact the facility directly to learn more about day-to-day care, staffing, and life there.

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Guthrie Cortland Medical Center is a senior living community in Cortland, New York offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Housekeeping and Emergency Call System. Families rate it 2.9 out of 5 across 308 reviews.

About Guthrie Cortland Medical Center

Guthrie Cortland Medical Center is a skilled nursing / long term care community in Cortland, New York. The community is licensed for up to 80 residents.

Families rate Guthrie Cortland Medical Center 3 out of 5 based on 306 Google reviews.

Contact the community directly to ask about availability, pricing, and tours, or browse the photos and reviews here to see if it could be the right fit for your family.

Types of Care at Guthrie Cortland Medical Center

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

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Reviews of Guthrie Cortland Medical Center

2.9overall · 308 ratings combined

2.9★ on Google (308)

Dr. Stacey Marie

Jul 2026

via Google

I wish I had the mental energy to make this review 11 days ago, as my surgery was July 20th. I cannot recommend this facility more and would love to give it 10 stars. I had a scheduled hysterectomy with Dr. Kristen Algoe and she and all of the Cortland Medical Center staff went above and beyond to make sure my surgery day was met with ease and the most compassionate care. I highly recommend this facility and Dr. Algoe for all your medical needs. I couldn't have chosen a better physician or center to place my trust in for this procedure. From the moment I entered the front desk area until I walked out the door to go home, every single staff member and nurse, anesthesiologist, surgical team etc went above and beyond to make this the best experience with compassionate care. I definitely will recommend this healthcare team to everyone I meet. Post surgery I had zero complications, zero pain and zero infections ---- Truly Impressive!!! ! I am just mentally exhausted from the July heat!!! :) Thank you so much for such quality care Dr. Algoe and Cortland Medical Center!! I appreciate you all! Your compassionate care makes a big difference. I was absolutely in the best hands for this procedure! Dr. Stacey Marie Bolthouse Ph.D. Scranton, Pennsylvania

Calvin Gordon

Jun 2026

via Google

I have seen 3 different cardiologists at Guthrie Cortland and all three have been great. They take time to review my records, tests, and listen to me to make a diagnosis. The treatments are tailored to my needs. They explain what is going on clearly to me. I recommend their team.

Izzy Falbru

May 2026

via Google

Vary bad workers for day shift/evening been waiting over 3 hours in a room and no iv or medication they refuse to let me drink water. everyone standing around talking to each other only one lady kept checking on us. We hit the call bell and they let it go off for a good 25 mins until I had to say something. I do have to say night shift is a lot more polite and understanding with the situations. Not recommend during the day/evening

Samantha Aubin

Feb 2026

via Google

Labor & Delivery: They were absolutely amazing. I cannot express in words enough how amazing they made mine & my partners first experience there. ALL the nurses from every shift were incredible as well as Doctor Claire. There was so many things I was nervous about during my induction & they were all so helpful, patient, caring, respectful, soothing.. literally just everything. There isn’t a single thing I could complain about or say they could do better.

Eric Brodie

Feb 2026

via Google

Fabulous place! Check-in was very efficient. Conveniently located in downtown Cortland with plenty of free parking. A clean, neat facility. I had a colonoscopy done and it went quite well and was very painless. Dr. Brent Lemberg and Nurse Sarah and Nurse Erica Satterly were all kind, caring, compassionate, and skilled at what they do. Highly recommended!

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Government Inspection History

5 inspection visits in the last three years, 42 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Mar 31, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 17, 2024

Feb 25, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard13 citations
  • Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

    Severity K of L: immediate jeopardy, patternCorrected Apr 9, 2026

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 4, 2026

  • Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 9, 2026

  • Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 9, 2026

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 9, 2026

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 9, 2026

  • Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 9, 2026

  • Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 9, 2026

  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 9, 2026

  • Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 9, 2026

  • Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 9, 2026

  • Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 9, 2026

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 9, 2026

Mar 15, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard17 citations
  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 30, 2024

  • Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 14, 2024

  • Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 14, 2024

  • Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 14, 2024

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 14, 2024

  • To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 14, 2024

  • Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 14, 2024

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 14, 2024

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2024

  • Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 30, 2024

  • Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2024

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 8, 2024

  • Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 14, 2024

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 15, 2024

  • Ensure medical gas and vacuum systems have documented maintenance programs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 14, 2024

  • Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 14, 2024

  • Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 30, 2024

Sep 11, 2023Health Complaint3 citations
  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 3, 2023

  • Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 3, 2023

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 3, 2023

Dec 17, 2021Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard8 citations
  • Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 3, 2022

  • Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 3, 2022

  • Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 3, 2022

  • Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 16, 2022

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 3, 2022

  • Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 14, 2022

  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 3, 2022

  • Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 3, 2022

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Guthrie Cortland Medical Center offer?

Guthrie Cortland Medical Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Guthrie Cortland Medical Center located?

Guthrie Cortland Medical Center is located at 134 Homer Avenue in Cortland, New York.

What do families say about Guthrie Cortland Medical Center?

There isn't enough detailed review text available for Guthrie Cortland Medical Center to identify specific strengths or concerns. The community holds a 3 out of 5 rating from 306 Google reviews, but families should contact the facility directly to learn more about day-to-day care, staffing, and life there.

How did Guthrie Cortland Medical Center do on recent health and safety inspections?

Guthrie Cortland Medical Center had 5 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 42 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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