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State
Health, Department of
Nursing and retirement homes need an operating certificate from the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).
This certificate is for facilities that provide continuing care on a fee-for-service schedule. Facilities are oriented to the enhancement of quality of life, and not to medical care.
Facilities must provide the following services to get a certificate:
- nursing facility services;
- help with daily activities;
- home health services;
- a meal plan;
- social services; and
- independent living units.
Additional resources
NYS Department of Health
Address
NYC Metropolitan Area Office
90 Church Street, 14th Floor
New York NY 10007-2919
NYC Metropolitan Area Office
90 Church Street, 14th Floor
New York NY 10007-2919
Website
http://www.health.ny.gov
Phone
2124174921
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