Rochester, NY

Blossom Health Care Center Inc.

1-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with 9 recent health deficiencies with 6 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

989 Blossom Road, Rochester, NY

(585) 482-3500

Compare this facility

Overall

1 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

2 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

1 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

2 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

80

Certified beds

Average residents

77

Average occupied residents

Ownership

For-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

No chain reported

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1977-11-01

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.42

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

1.04

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

1.70

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

2.65

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

30%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

52%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 2.8
1.7
1.1 pts worse
1.9
0.9 pts worse
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 2.3
1.3
1 pts worse
1.8
0.5 pts worse
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.9%
91.2%
7.7 pts better
93.4%
5.5 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
95.3%
4.7 pts better
95.5%
4.5 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 4.0%
3.0%
1 pts worse
3.3%
0.7 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 79.6%
18.5%
61.1 pts worse
11.4%
68.2 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 11.0%
6.1%
4.9 pts worse
5.4%
5.6 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 8.4%
13.5%
5.1 pts better
19.6%
11.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 16.3%
14.8%
1.5 pts worse
16.7%
0.4 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained 0.0%
0.2%
0.2 pts better
0.1%
0.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened 4.7%
15.1%
10.4 pts better
16.3%
11.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 8.4%
15.5%
7.1 pts better
14.9%
6.5 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 0.0%
0.6%
0.6 pts better
1.0%
1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
1.4%
1.4 pts better
1.7%
1.7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 29.0%
20.8%
8.2 pts worse
19.8%
9.2 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 7.8%
6.9%
0.9 pts worse
5.1%
2.7 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 67.6%
76.7%
9.1 pts worse
81.7%
14.1 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 14.9%
9.7%
5.2 pts worse
12.0%
2.9 pts worse
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 2.3%
1.2%
1.1 pts worse
1.6%
0.7 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 64.7%
78.8%
14.1 pts worse
79.7%
15 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 33.0%
20.6%
12.4 pts worse
23.9%
9.1 pts worse
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2024-10-01 · Fire 2024-10-01

9 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (3 deficiencies)

6 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2022-12-05 · Fire 2022-12-05

15 health deficiencies

Top issue: Resident Rights (5 deficiencies)

12 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Services (3 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2020-11-06 · Fire 2020-11-06

11 health deficiencies

Top issue: Infection Control (3 deficiencies)

7 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (6 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-01

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2024-11-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-01

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2024-11-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-01

K221 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide rooms that can be unlocked from inside without a key.

Corrected 2024-11-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-01

K291 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

Corrected 2024-11-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-01

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2024-11-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-01

K374 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

Corrected 2024-11-15

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-05

K521 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Corrected 2023-02-03

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-05

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2023-02-03

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-05

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2023-03-02

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-05

K232 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.

Corrected 2023-02-03

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-05

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2023-02-03

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-05

K511 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2023-02-03

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-05

K531 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.

Corrected 2023-02-03

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-05

K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2023-03-02

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-05

K921 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

Corrected 2023-03-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-05

K291 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

Corrected 2023-02-03

C · Minimal harm 2022-12-05

E36 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish emergency prep training and testing.

Corrected 2023-02-03

C · Minimal harm 2022-12-05

E37 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish staff and initial training requirements.

Corrected 2023-03-02

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-11-06

K372 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2020-12-21

C · Minimal harm 2020-11-06

E22 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish policies and procedures for sheltering.

Corrected 2020-12-21

C · Minimal harm 2020-11-06

E23 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.

Corrected 2020-12-21

C · Minimal harm 2020-11-06

E24 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.

Corrected 2020-12-21

C · Minimal harm 2020-11-06

E26 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.

Corrected 2020-12-21

C · Minimal harm 2020-11-06

E35 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide family notifications of emergency plan.

Corrected 2020-12-21

C · Minimal harm 2020-11-06

E36 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish emergency prep training and testing.

Corrected 2020-12-21

Inspection history

Recent health citations

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-01

F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

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.

Corrected 2024-11-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-01

F813 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

Corrected 2024-11-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-01

F836 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

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.

Corrected 2024-11-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-01

F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Corrected 2024-11-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-01

F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected 2024-11-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-01

F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Corrected 2024-11-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-01

F688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

Corrected 2024-11-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-01

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected 2024-11-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-01

F908 · Environmental Deficiencies

Health

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Corrected 2024-11-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-05

F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Corrected 2023-02-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-05

F908 · Environmental Deficiencies

Health

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Corrected 2023-02-03

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-05

F919 · Environmental Deficiencies

Health

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

Corrected 2023-03-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-05

F558 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Corrected 2023-02-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-05

F645 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Corrected 2023-02-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-05

F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Corrected 2023-02-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-05

F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Corrected 2023-02-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-05

F685 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

Corrected 2023-02-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-05

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2023-02-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-12-05

F693 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

Corrected 2023-02-03

B · Minimal harm 2022-12-05

F575 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency.

Corrected 2023-02-03

B · Minimal harm 2022-12-05

F623 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Corrected 2023-02-03

B · Minimal harm 2022-12-05

F625 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

Corrected 2023-02-03

B · Minimal harm 2022-12-05

F732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Health

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Corrected 2023-02-03

B · Minimal harm 2022-12-05

F755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Corrected 2023-02-03

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-11-06

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2020-12-21

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-11-06

F881 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Corrected 2020-12-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-11-06

F553 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.

Corrected 2020-12-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-11-06

F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected 2020-12-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-11-06

F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Corrected 2020-12-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-11-06

F693 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

Corrected 2020-12-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-11-06

F698 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2020-12-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-11-06

F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Corrected 2020-12-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-11-06

F801 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.

Corrected 2020-12-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-11-06

F803 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

Corrected 2020-12-21

C · Minimal harm 2020-11-06

F882 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.

Corrected 2020-12-21

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

Ownership

Wood, Gerald

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual

100% 2 facilities 1997-07-01
Stern, Samuel

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 74 facilities 2022-01-01
Wood, Gerald

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 2 facilities 1997-07-01
Wood, Gerald

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 2 facilities 1997-07-01
Wood, Gerald

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 2 facilities 1997-07-01

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