Brooklyn, NY

Bushwick Center For Rehabilitation And Health Care

1-star overall rating with 1-star inspections with 12 recent health deficiencies with 5 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

50 Sheffield Avenue, Brooklyn, NY

(718) 345-2273

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Overall

1 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

1 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

2 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

4 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

225

Certified beds

Average residents

221

Average occupied residents

Ownership

For-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

Centers Health Care

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1989-01-01

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.27

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

0.94

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

2.34

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

3.11

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

36%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

33%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 2.0
1.7
0.3 pts worse
1.9
0.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 0.8
1.3
0.5 pts better
1.8
1 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.2%
91.2%
8 pts better
93.4%
5.8 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 98.2%
95.3%
2.9 pts better
95.5%
2.7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.0%
3.0%
2 pts better
3.3%
2.3 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 45.5%
18.5%
27 pts worse
11.4%
34.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.7%
6.1%
0.4 pts better
5.4%
0.3 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 9.4%
13.5%
4.1 pts better
19.6%
10.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 4.3%
14.8%
10.5 pts better
16.7%
12.4 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 19.5%
15.1%
4.4 pts worse
16.3%
3.2 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 21.4%
15.5%
5.9 pts worse
14.9%
6.5 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 0.2%
0.6%
0.4 pts better
1.0%
0.8 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.3%
1.4%
1.1 pts better
1.7%
1.4 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 15.1%
20.8%
5.7 pts better
19.8%
4.7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 4.2%
6.9%
2.7 pts better
5.1%
0.9 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 80.4%
76.7%
3.7 pts better
81.7%
1.3 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 5.8%
9.7%
3.9 pts better
12.0%
6.2 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.2%
1.2%
About the same
1.6%
0.4 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 76.6%
78.8%
2.2 pts worse
79.7%
3.1 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 22.8%
20.6%
2.2 pts worse
23.9%
1.1 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2023-08-07 · Fire 2023-08-07

12 health deficiencies

Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (3 deficiencies)

5 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2021-05-28 · Fire 2021-05-28

6 health deficiencies

Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (3 deficiencies)

2 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (1 deficiency)

Cycle 3 Health 2019-01-18 · Fire 2019-01-18

2 health deficiencies

Top issue: Infection Control (1 deficiency)

1 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Egress (1 deficiency)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-07

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2023-09-07

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-07

K374 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2023-10-25

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-07

E15 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.

Corrected 2023-09-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-07

K291 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2023-09-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-07

K901 · Electrical Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2023-10-25

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-05-28

K351 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

Corrected 2021-06-30

B · Minimal harm 2021-05-28

E4 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

Corrected 2021-06-30

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-01-18

K271 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have exits that are accessible at all times.

Corrected 2019-01-21

Inspection history

Recent health citations

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-06

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 2025-07-07

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-06

F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected 2025-07-07

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-07

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2023-09-18

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-07

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 2023-09-18

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-07

F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Corrected 2023-09-18

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-07

F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2023-09-18

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-07

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 2023-09-18

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-07

F925 · Environmental Deficiencies

Health

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Corrected 2023-09-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-07

F583 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Corrected 2023-09-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-07

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 2023-09-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-07

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 2023-09-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-07

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 2023-09-18

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-05-28

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 2021-07-26

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-05-28

F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Corrected 2021-07-26

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-05-28

F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Corrected 2021-07-26

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-05-28

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2021-07-26

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-05-28

F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2021-07-26

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-05-28

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2021-07-26

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-01-18

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2019-02-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-01-18

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2019-02-15

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

Ownership

Rozenberg, Kenneth

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual

98% 33 facilities 2008-06-11
Horovitz, Meir

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2019-12-23
Sicklick, Jeffrey

General Partnership Interest · Individual

0% 10 facilities 2015-12-21
Younesi, Peyman

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 8 facilities 2017-11-01

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