Cycle 1
Health 2025-04-28 · Fire 2025-04-28
6 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (2 deficiencies)
3 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Miscellaneous (1 deficiency)
Hempstead, NY
Nassau Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
3-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with $16,153 in total fines with 5 recent health deficiencies with 3 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
One Greenwich Street, Hempstead, NY
(516) 565-4800
Overall
3 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
2 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
2 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
5 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
280
Certified beds
Average residents
283
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Excelsior Care Group
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1995-08-10
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
0.70
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.12
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
2.81
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
6%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
20%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.5 |
1.7
0.2 pts better
|
1.9
0.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.4 |
1.3
0.1 pts worse
|
1.8
0.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 93.3% |
91.2%
2.1 pts better
|
93.4%
0.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 95.5% |
95.3%
0.2 pts better
|
95.5%
About the same
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 0.5% |
3.0%
2.5 pts better
|
3.3%
2.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 95.2% |
18.5%
76.7 pts worse
|
11.4%
83.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 6.4% |
6.1%
0.3 pts worse
|
5.4%
1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 10.1% |
13.5%
3.4 pts better
|
19.6%
9.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 13.5% |
14.8%
1.3 pts better
|
16.7%
3.2 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 | 6.2% |
15.1%
8.9 pts better
|
16.3%
10.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 8.1% |
15.5%
7.4 pts better
|
14.9%
6.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.4% |
0.6%
0.2 pts better
|
1.0%
0.6 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 | 10.4% |
20.8%
10.4 pts better
|
19.8%
9.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 5.4% |
6.9%
1.5 pts better
|
5.1%
0.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 44.0% |
76.7%
32.7 pts worse
|
81.7%
37.7 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 7.6% |
9.7%
2.1 pts better
|
12.0%
4.4 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 2.0% |
1.2%
0.8 pts worse
|
1.6%
0.4 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 61.3% |
78.8%
17.5 pts worse
|
79.7%
18.4 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 19.7% |
20.6%
0.9 pts better
|
23.9%
4.2 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-01-23 · Fire 2024-01-23
4 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (2 deficiencies)
2 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (1 deficiency)
Cycle 3
Health 2021-12-21 · Fire 2021-12-21
4 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (2 deficiencies)
5 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-04-28
K531 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
Corrected 2025-05-15
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-04-28
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2025-05-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-04-28
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2025-05-13
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-23
K915 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have proper power supply for life support equipment.
Corrected 2024-03-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-23
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-03-15
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-12-21
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2022-01-31
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-12-21
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2022-01-31
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-12-21
K291 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2022-01-31
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-12-21
K321 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2022-01-31
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-12-21
K531 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
Corrected 2022-01-31
Inspection history
Recent health citations
J · Immediate jeopardy
2025-05-08
F805 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected 2025-06-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-04-28
F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2025-06-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-04-28
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 2025-06-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-04-28
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2025-06-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-04-28
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 2025-06-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-04-28
F838 · Administration Deficiencies
Health
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Corrected 2025-06-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-23
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 2024-03-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-23
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 2024-03-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-23
F710 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.
Corrected 2024-03-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-23
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 2024-03-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-12-21
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 2022-01-31
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-12-21
F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2022-01-31
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-12-21
F809 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Corrected 2022-01-31
C · Minimal harm
2021-12-21
F732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected 2022-01-31
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
$16,153
2025-04-28
Fine
Fine · fine $16,153
Fine
Ownership
Philipson, Bent
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Fischl, Mayer
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Leifer, Joel
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Farkowitz, Esther
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Blobstein, Jacob
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Farkowitz, Esther
Corporate Officer · Individual
Fischl, Mayer
Corporate Officer · Individual
Leifer, Joel
Corporate Officer · Individual
Philipson, Bent
Corporate Officer · Individual
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