Far Rockaway, NY

Rockaway Care Center

1-star overall rating with 1-star inspections with $135,193 in total fines with 14 recent health deficiencies with 6 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

353 Beach 48th Street, Far Rockaway, NY

(718) 471-5000

Compare this facility

Overall

1 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

1 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

2 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

2 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

228

Certified beds

Average residents

206

Average occupied residents

Ownership

For-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

No chain reported

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1976-11-01

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Changed ownership

No

Within the last 12 months

Family council

Yes

Resident and family council reported

Sprinklers

Yes

Automatic sprinklers in all required areas

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.68

Registered nurse staffing · state 0.70 · national 0.68

LPN hours / resident day

0.51

Licensed practical nurse staffing · state 0.78 · national 0.87

Aide hours / resident day

2.17

Nurse aide staffing · state 2.20 · national 2.35

Total nurse hours

3.36

All reported nurse hours · state 3.65 · national 3.89

Licensed hours

1.19

RN + LPN hours · state 1.47 · national 1.54

Weekend hours

2.91

Weekend nurse staffing · state 3.16 · national 3.43

Weekend RN hours

0.49

Weekend registered nurse coverage · state 0.47 · national 0.47

Physical therapist

0.06

Reported PT staffing · state 0.11 · national 0.07

Adjusted RN hours

0.60

CMS adjusted RN staffing hours

Adjusted total hours

2.96

CMS adjusted total nurse staffing hours

Case-mix index

1.55

Higher values indicate more complex resident acuity

RN turnover

52%

Annual RN turnover · state 41% · national 45%

Total nurse turnover

36%

Annual nurse turnover · state 41% · national 46%

SNF VBP

Value-based purchasing

Program rank

7,581

Lower is better among SNFs in the FY 2026 VBP program.

Performance score

29.38

Composite VBP score used to determine payment impact.

Payment multiplier

0.9854

Above 1.000 increases Medicare payment; below 1.000 reduces it.

Program components

How the VBP score is built

Readmission

2.48

Performance 20.28% · Measure score 2.48 · Achievement 2.48 · This facility did not have sufficient data to calculate a baseline period measure result.

Healthcare-associated infections

0

Baseline 8.21% · Performance 9.02% · Measure score 0 · Achievement 0 · Improvement 0

Total nurse turnover

9.19

Baseline 24.78% · Performance 26.12% · Measure score 9.19 · Achievement 9.19 · Improvement 0

Adjusted total nurse staffing

0.08

Baseline 2.51 hours · Performance 2.71 hours · Measure score 0.08 · Achievement 0 · Improvement 0.08

SNF QRP

Medicare quality reporting measures

Measure Facility National Note
Potentially preventable 30-day readmission 12.77%
10.72%
2 pts worse
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 60 · Observed rate 23.33% · Lower 95% interval 9.02%
Discharge to community Not Available
50.57%
Not Available · Eligible stays 24 · Observed rate Not Available · Lower 95% interval Not Available · Too few residents or stays to report publicly.
Medicare spending per beneficiary 1.29
1.02
0.3 pts worse
Drug regimen review with follow-up 100%
95.27%
4.7 pts better
Numerator 36 · Denominator 36
Falls with major injury 0%
0.77%
0.8 pts better
Numerator 0 · Denominator 36
Discharge self-care score 29.41%
53.69%
24.3 pts worse
Numerator 10 · Denominator 34
Discharge mobility score 35.29%
50.94%
15.6 pts worse
Numerator 12 · Denominator 34
Pressure ulcers or injuries, new or worsened 2.78%
2.29%
0.5 pts worse
Numerator 1 · Denominator 36 · Adjusted rate 3.01%
Healthcare-associated infections requiring hospitalization 9.02%
7.12%
1.9 pts worse
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 42 · Observed rate 23.81% · Lower 95% interval 5.39%
Staff COVID-19 vaccination coverage 10.63%
8.2%
2.4 pts better
Numerator 22 · Denominator 207
Staff flu vaccination coverage Not Available
42%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure.
Discharge function score 29.41%
56.45%
27 pts worse
Numerator 10 · Denominator 34
Transfer of health information to provider Not Available
95.95%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · Newly certified or not enough cases to report.
Transfer of health information to patient Not Available
96.28%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · Newly certified or not enough cases to report.
Resident COVID-19 vaccinations up to date 10%
25.2%
15.2 pts worse
Numerator 2 · Denominator 20

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 1.4
1.7
0.3 pts better
1.9
0.5 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 1.4 · Observed 1.4 · Expected 1.8 · Used in QM five-star
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 3.6
1.3
2.3 pts worse
1.8
1.8 pts worse
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 3.6 · Observed 3.2 · Expected 1.5 · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 93.9%
91.2%
2.7 pts better
93.4%
0.5 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 97.9% · Q2 96.4% · Q3 93.7% · Q4 87.1% · 4Q avg 93.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 96.2%
95.3%
0.9 pts better
95.5%
0.7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 · 4Q avg 96.2%
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 · Q1 0.5% · Q2 0.5% · Q3 1.4% · Q4 1.6% · 4Q avg 1.0% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 14.8%
18.5%
3.7 pts better
11.4%
3.4 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 4.1% · Q2 25.6% · Q3 3.3% · Q4 26.3% · 4Q avg 14.8%
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 7.0%
6.1%
0.9 pts worse
5.4%
1.6 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 4.0% · Q2 11.9% · Q3 7.7% · Q4 4.5% · 4Q avg 7.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 14.0%
13.5%
0.5 pts worse
19.6%
5.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 13.8% · Q2 16.0% · Q3 14.2% · Q4 11.9% · 4Q avg 14.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 19.1%
14.8%
4.3 pts worse
16.7%
2.4 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 18.6% · Q2 19.1% · Q3 17.2% · Q4 21.3% · 4Q avg 19.1% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained 0.6%
0.2%
0.4 pts worse
0.1%
0.5 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.5% · Q2 0.5% · Q3 1.0% · Q4 0.5% · 4Q avg 0.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened 10.7%
15.1%
4.4 pts better
16.3%
5.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 16.2% · Q2 5.0% · Q3 8.1% · Q4 13.1% · 4Q avg 10.7% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 6.7%
15.5%
8.8 pts better
14.9%
8.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 6.7% · Q2 5.9% · Q3 7.6% · Q4 6.5% · 4Q avg 6.7% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 0.8%
0.6%
0.2 pts worse
1.0%
0.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 1.2% · Q2 1.5% · Q3 0.3% · Q4 0.4% · 4Q avg 0.8% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.4%
1.4%
1 pts better
1.7%
1.3 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 1.1% · Q2 0.5% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.4% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 10.8%
20.8%
10 pts better
19.8%
9 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 11.2% · Q2 9.0% · Q3 8.3% · Q4 15.1% · 4Q avg 10.8%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 9.0%
6.9%
2.1 pts worse
5.1%
3.9 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 9.9% · Q2 11.3% · Q3 8.7% · Q4 6.2% · 4Q avg 9.0% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 50.1%
76.7%
26.6 pts worse
81.7%
31.6 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 70.9% · Q2 59.1% · Q3 43.1% · Q4 16.9% · 4Q avg 50.1%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 18.0%
9.7%
8.3 pts worse
12.0%
6 pts worse
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 18.0% · Observed 20.0% · Expected 12.4% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 4.3%
1.2%
3.1 pts worse
1.6%
2.7 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 4.8% · Q2 3.4% · Q3 6.1% · Q4 3.2% · 4Q avg 4.3% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 62.4%
78.8%
16.4 pts worse
79.7%
17.3 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 · 4Q avg 62.4%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 23.6%
20.6%
3 pts worse
23.9%
0.3 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 23.6% · Observed 32.9% · Expected 33.2% · Used in QM five-star

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2023-07-27 · Fire 2023-07-27

14 health deficiencies

Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (3 deficiencies)

6 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (2 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2021-07-12 · Fire 2021-07-12

5 health deficiencies

Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (2 deficiencies)

4 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Construction (1 deficiency)

Cycle 3 Health 2019-02-08 · Fire 2019-02-08

0 health deficiencies

No concentrated health issue counts in this cycle.

4 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Construction (1 deficiency)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-27

K161 · Construction Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Use approved construction type or materials.

Corrected 2023-09-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-27

K225 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.

Corrected 2023-09-25

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-27

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2023-09-25

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-27

K915 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have proper power supply for life support equipment.

Corrected 2023-09-25

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-27

K325 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.

Corrected 2023-09-25

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-27

K911 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.

Corrected 2023-09-25

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-07-12

K161 · Construction Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Use approved construction type or materials.

Corrected 2021-08-23

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-07-12

K271 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have exits that are accessible at all times.

Corrected 2021-08-23

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-07-12

K915 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have proper power supply for life support equipment.

Corrected 2021-08-23

B · Minimal harm 2021-07-12

E4 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

Not marked corrected

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-02-08

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2019-04-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-02-08

K161 · Construction Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Use approved construction type or materials.

Corrected 2019-04-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-02-08

K211 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2019-04-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-02-08

K911 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.

Corrected 2019-04-03

Inspection history

Recent health citations

G · Actual harm 2025-12-11

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 2026-02-09

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-12-10

F604 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Corrected 2026-02-09

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-12-10

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 2026-02-09

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-12-10

F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2026-02-09

J · Immediate jeopardy 2025-04-25

F742 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.

Corrected 2025-06-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-25

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 2025-06-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-25

F711 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2025-06-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-27

F604 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Corrected 2023-09-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-27

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 2023-09-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-27

F700 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

Corrected 2023-09-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-27

F806 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

Corrected 2023-09-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-27

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 2023-09-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-27

F849 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.

Corrected 2023-09-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-27

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2023-09-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-07-12

F558 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Corrected 2021-08-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-07-12

F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Corrected 2021-08-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-07-12

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 2021-08-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-07-12

F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2021-08-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-07-12

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2021-08-17

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

$135,193 2025-04-25

Fine

Fine · fine $135,193

Fine

Ownership

Melnicke, Michael

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual

100% 9 facilities 2008-06-24
Jaffa, Rosalie

W-2 Managing Employee · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2018-02-11
Sirkis, Avrom

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 3 facilities 2018-07-30
Sirkis, Avrom

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 3 facilities 2018-07-30
Sterling National Bank

5% Or Greater Mortgage Interest · Organization

0% 1 facilities 2017-05-26

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