Schenectady, NY

Schenectady Center For Rehabilitation And Nursing

2-star overall rating with 1-star inspections with 15 recent health deficiencies with 6 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

526 Altamont Ave, Schenectady, NY

(518) 346-6121

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Overall

2 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

1 / 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

240

Certified beds

Average residents

234

Average occupied residents

Ownership

For-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

Centers Health Care

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1967-01-01

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.40

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

1.03

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

2.54

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

3.01

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

36%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

54%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 1.1
1.7
0.6 pts better
1.9
0.8 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 0.5
1.3
0.8 pts better
1.8
1.3 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 96.7%
91.2%
5.5 pts better
93.4%
3.3 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 95.7%
95.3%
0.4 pts better
95.5%
0.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.9%
3.0%
0.9 pts worse
3.3%
0.6 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 22.3%
18.5%
3.8 pts worse
11.4%
10.9 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 6.5%
6.1%
0.4 pts worse
5.4%
1.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 10.2%
13.5%
3.3 pts better
19.6%
9.4 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 9.5%
14.8%
5.3 pts better
16.7%
7.2 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 14.8%
15.1%
0.3 pts better
16.3%
1.5 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 18.8%
15.5%
3.3 pts worse
14.9%
3.9 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 0.1%
0.6%
0.5 pts better
1.0%
0.9 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.5%
1.4%
0.9 pts better
1.7%
1.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 25.1%
20.8%
4.3 pts worse
19.8%
5.3 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 6.9%
6.9%
About the same
5.1%
1.8 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.7%
76.7%
21 pts better
81.7%
16 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 7.9%
9.7%
1.8 pts better
12.0%
4.1 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.3%
1.2%
0.9 pts better
1.6%
1.3 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.6%
78.8%
18.8 pts better
79.7%
17.9 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 23.8%
20.6%
3.2 pts worse
23.9%
0.1 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2025-08-19 · Fire 2025-08-19

15 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (5 deficiencies)

6 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Egress (2 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2023-04-05 · Fire 2023-04-05

2 health deficiencies

Top issue: Nutrition and Dietary (1 deficiency)

3 fire-safety deficiencies

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

Cycle 3 Health 2020-11-02 · Fire 2020-11-02

12 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)

4 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-19

K281 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install proper backup exit lighting.

Corrected 2025-10-07

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-19

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2025-10-07

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-19

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2025-10-07

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-19

K911 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.

Corrected 2025-10-07

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-19

K928 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure equipment listed for use in oxygen-enriched atmospheres are correctly labeled.

Corrected 2025-10-07

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-19

K293 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

Corrected 2025-10-07

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-05

K324 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2023-06-02

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-05

K921 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

Corrected 2023-06-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-05

K929 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed.

Corrected 2023-06-02

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-11-02

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2020-12-29

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-11-02

K921 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

Corrected 2020-12-29

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-11-02

K355 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

Corrected 2020-12-29

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-11-02

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2020-12-29

Inspection history

Recent health citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-19

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 2025-11-01

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-19

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 2025-11-01

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-19

F756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Corrected 2025-11-01

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-19

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 2025-11-01

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-19

F804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Corrected 2025-11-01

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-19

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2025-11-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-19

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 2025-11-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-19

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 2025-11-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-19

F605 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

Corrected 2025-11-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-19

F645 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Corrected 2025-11-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-19

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 2025-11-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-19

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 2025-11-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-19

F679 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Corrected 2025-11-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-19

F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2025-11-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-19

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2025-11-01

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-18

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 2023-10-30

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-18

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 2023-10-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-18

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 2021-06-25

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-05

F698 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2023-06-02

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-04-05

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 2023-06-02

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-11-02

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 2021-01-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-11-02

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 2021-01-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-11-02

F655 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

Corrected 2021-01-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-11-02

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 2021-01-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-11-02

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 2021-01-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-11-02

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 2021-01-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-11-02

F698 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2021-01-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-11-02

F759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Corrected 2021-01-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2020-11-02

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2021-01-02

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

Ownership

Rozenberg, Kenneth

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual

97% 33 facilities 2017-09-01
Abramchik, Amir

General Partnership Interest · Individual

0% 9 facilities 2022-05-31
Mirza, Ali

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 3 facilities 2017-09-05
Zeiler, Noah

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2025-08-18

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