Cycle 1
Health 2024-04-17 · Fire 2024-04-17
19 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)
0 fire-safety deficiencies
No concentrated fire-safety issue counts in this cycle.
Wappingers Falls, NY
Sapphire Nursing At Wappingers
2-star overall rating with 1-star inspections with abuse icon flag with 19 recent health deficiencies
37 Mesier Avenue, Wappingers Falls, NY
(845) 297-3793
Overall
2 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
1 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
1 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
5 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
62
Certified beds
Average residents
57
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Sapphire Care Group
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1971-01-05
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.78
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.76
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
1.44
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
2.58
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
58%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
74%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.6 |
1.7
0.1 pts better
|
1.9
0.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.2 |
1.3
0.1 pts better
|
1.8
0.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 97.2% |
91.2%
6 pts better
|
93.4%
3.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 98.0% |
95.3%
2.7 pts better
|
95.5%
2.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 5.0% |
3.0%
2 pts worse
|
3.3%
1.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 46.0% |
18.5%
27.5 pts worse
|
11.4%
34.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 9.0% |
6.1%
2.9 pts worse
|
5.4%
3.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 21.0% |
13.5%
7.5 pts worse
|
19.6%
1.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 13.0% |
14.8%
1.8 pts better
|
16.7%
3.7 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 | 20.2% |
15.1%
5.1 pts worse
|
16.3%
3.9 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 11.0% |
15.5%
4.5 pts better
|
14.9%
3.9 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 | 0.6% |
1.4%
0.8 pts better
|
1.7%
1.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 28.9% |
20.8%
8.1 pts worse
|
19.8%
9.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 8.3% |
6.9%
1.4 pts worse
|
5.1%
3.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 78.1% |
76.7%
1.4 pts better
|
81.7%
3.6 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 12.2% |
9.7%
2.5 pts worse
|
12.0%
0.2 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 2.4% |
1.2%
1.2 pts worse
|
1.6%
0.8 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 82.6% |
78.8%
3.8 pts better
|
79.7%
2.9 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 13.7% |
20.6%
6.9 pts better
|
23.9%
10.2 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2022-04-14 · Fire 2022-04-14
2 health deficiencies
Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (1 deficiency)
14 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2020-01-17 · Fire 2020-01-17
11 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (3 deficiencies)
3 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Egress (1 deficiency)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-14
K271 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Corrected 2022-06-01
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-14
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 2022-07-01
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-14
K341 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Corrected 2022-07-01
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-14
K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Corrected 2022-06-01
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-14
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2022-06-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-14
K161 · Construction Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Use approved construction type or materials.
Corrected 2022-06-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-14
K232 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.
Corrected 2022-06-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-14
K281 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Corrected 2022-06-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-14
K311 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
Corrected 2022-07-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-14
K351 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Corrected 2022-07-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-14
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2022-07-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-14
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2022-06-01
C · Minimal harm
2022-04-14
E33 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Establish methods for sharing information.
Corrected 2022-06-01
C · Minimal harm
2022-04-14
E9 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration.
Corrected 2022-06-01
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2020-01-17
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2020-02-19
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2020-01-17
K211 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2020-02-19
B · Minimal harm
2020-01-17
K900 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet Health Care Facilities Code mechanical requirements.
Corrected 2020-02-19
Inspection history
Recent health citations
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-07-08
F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2025-08-20
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-07-08
F760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected 2025-08-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-07-08
F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected 2025-08-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-09-03
F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2024-10-16
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-04-17
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2024-06-14
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-04-17
F725 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected 2024-06-14
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-04-17
F730 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected 2024-06-14
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-04-17
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 2024-06-14
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-04-17
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-06-14
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-04-17
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 2024-06-14
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-04-17
F578 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected 2024-06-14
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-04-17
F585 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected 2024-06-14
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-04-17
F622 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Corrected 2024-06-14
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-04-17
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 2024-06-14
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-04-17
F676 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected 2024-06-14
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-04-17
F679 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected 2024-06-14
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-04-17
F697 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected 2024-06-14
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-04-17
F732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected 2024-06-14
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-04-17
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 2024-06-14
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-04-17
F881 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected 2024-06-14
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-04-17
F921 · Environmental Deficiencies
Health
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected 2024-06-14
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-31
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 2023-12-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-31
F580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2023-12-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-31
F585 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected 2023-12-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-10-31
F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2023-12-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2020-01-17
F637 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected 2020-03-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2020-01-17
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 2020-03-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2020-01-17
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 2020-03-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2020-01-17
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2020-03-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2020-01-17
F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2020-03-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2020-01-17
F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected 2020-03-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2020-01-17
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2020-03-13
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
Ownership
Farkowitz, Esther
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Platschek, Richard
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Abramczyk, Machla
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Schuck, Robert
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Platschek, Richard
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
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