nursing home in Forest Hills, NY
Forest Hills Care Center
71 44 Yellowstone Boulevard, Forest Hills, NY 11375 · (718) 544-4300
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Forest Hills Care Center at a glance
Forest Hills Care Center is a 100-bed for-profit nursing home in Forest Hills, New York (Queens County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the New York average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 11, 2025) found 4 health citations. The New York average is 8.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 30.8% per year (state average 40.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Partnership
- Beds
- 100
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- November 18, 1968
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Queens County
- CMS Certification Number
- 335139
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.45 hrs | 3.63 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.55 hrs | 0.71 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.12 hrs | 2.15 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.14 hrs | 3.18 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 30.8% | 40.3% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 21.4% | 39.8% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 4 | 8 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 26 | 62.2 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $23,070 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 100 | 188 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 87 | 168 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 86.8% | 90.5% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 1.6% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.4% | 6.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 5.9% | 13.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 10.6% | 14.1% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 7.8% | 12.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.9% | 5.8% | 5.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 8.6% | 19.5% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 6.2% | 13.2% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 5.2% | 19.5% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 92% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 88.5% | 91.5% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.4% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 67.9% | 78.8% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 55.9% | 77.4% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 16 health deficiencies and 8 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 11, 2025 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 4, 2025 |
| June 11, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0362 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 4, 2025 |
| June 11, 2025 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 4, 2025 |
| June 11, 2025 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 4, 2025 |
| June 11, 2025 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 4, 2025 |
| June 11, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 4, 2025 |
| December 21, 2023 Fire safety | Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0225 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 14, 2024 |
| December 21, 2023 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 14, 2024 |
| December 21, 2023 Standard | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0577 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 14, 2024 |
| December 21, 2023 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 14, 2024 |
| December 21, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 14, 2024 |
| December 21, 2023 Standard | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 14, 2024 |
| December 21, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 14, 2024 |
| December 21, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 14, 2024 |
| December 21, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 14, 2024 |
| December 21, 2023 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 14, 2024 |
| December 21, 2023 Standard | Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0773 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 14, 2024 |
| October 29, 2021 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 27, 2021 |
| October 29, 2021 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 20, 2021 |
| October 29, 2021 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 20, 2021 |
| October 29, 2021 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected December 20, 2021 |
| October 29, 2021 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 27, 2021 |
| October 29, 2021 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 27, 2021 |
| October 29, 2021 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 27, 2021 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAL, SATWINDER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2022 |
| LANDA, BENJAMIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2017 |
| LANDA, JUDY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/30/2015 |
| LANDA, SHEYA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/30/2015 |
| RAHMAN, MOHAMMED Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2018 |
| LANDA, BENJAMIN Individual | general partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2017 |
| LANDA, JUDY Individual | general partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/30/2015 |
| LANDA, SHEYA Individual | general partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/30/2015 |
| POLLAK, RENEE Individual | general partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/1997 |
| LANDA, BENJAMIN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2017 |
| BAL, SATWINDER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2022 |
| RAHMAN, MOHAMMED Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/02/2018 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Forest Hills Care Center's rating?
Forest Hills Care Center has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for New York nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Forest Hills Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a New York average of 8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Forest Hills Care Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Forest Hills Care Center?
It is for profit - partnership. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Forest Hills Care Center and how do I contact it?
Forest Hills Care Center is at 71 44 Yellowstone Boulevard, Forest Hills, NY 11375. Phone: (718) 544-4300.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.