nursing home in Smithtown, NY
Brookside Multicare Nursing Center
7 Route 25A, Smithtown, NY 11787 · (631) 724-2200
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Brookside Multicare Nursing Center at a glance
Brookside Multicare Nursing Center is a 353-bed for-profit nursing home in Smithtown, New York (Suffolk County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the New York average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (November 25, 2025) found 3 health citations. The New York average is 8.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 21.9% per year (state average 40.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 353
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Optima Care
- Medicare-certified since
- June 12, 1978
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Suffolk County
- CMS Certification Number
- 335175
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 4 / 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) | 3.91 hrs | 3.63 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.90 hrs | 0.71 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.33 hrs | 2.15 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.44 hrs | 3.18 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 21.9% | 40.3% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 18.6% | 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) | 3 | 8 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 14 | 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 | 353 | 188 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 299 | 168 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 84.6% | 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) | 2.3% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.3% | 6.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 23.3% | 13.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| 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% | 0.5% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 8.5% | 14.1% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 6.9% | 12.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.2% | 5.8% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 13.4% | 19.5% | 12.8% | Average |
| 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) | 21.9% | 13.2% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 15.6% | 19.5% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 99% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.5% | 91.5% | 93.6% | Better |
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) | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 94.3% | 78.8% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.1% | 77.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 15 health deficiencies and 7 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 25, 2025 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 January 20, 2026 |
| November 25, 2025 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 January 20, 2026 |
| November 25, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 20, 2026 |
| June 26, 2024 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 15, 2024 |
| June 26, 2024 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 27, 2024 |
| June 26, 2024 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 27, 2024 |
| June 26, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel. Electrical Deficiencies · Tag K0901 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 27, 2024 |
| June 26, 2024 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 27, 2024 |
| June 26, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 15, 2024 |
| June 26, 2024 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 15, 2024 |
| June 26, 2024 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 15, 2024 |
| June 26, 2024 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 15, 2024 |
| November 2, 2022 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 29, 2022 |
| November 2, 2022 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 29, 2022 |
| November 2, 2022 Standard | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 30, 2022 |
| November 2, 2022 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 30, 2022 |
| November 2, 2022 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 December 30, 2022 |
| November 2, 2022 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 30, 2022 |
| November 2, 2022 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 30, 2022 |
| November 2, 2022 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 30, 2022 |
| November 2, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 30, 2022 |
| November 2, 2022 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 December 30, 2022 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MENDEL, BORIS Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 5% | 01/24/2018 |
| ROVT, ALEXANDER Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 90% | 01/24/2018 |
| MENDEL, ERIC Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 100% | 01/24/2018 |
| AVINARI, ILANA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/24/2018 |
| CAHILL, KEVIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/11/2025 |
| CHAUDHRY, JAHANZEB Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/11/2025 |
| EMM HEALTHCARE GROUP LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/24/2018 |
| MENDEL, ERIC Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/24/2018 |
| RM HOLDINGS SMITHTOWN, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/24/2018 |
| MENDEL, ERIC Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/24/2018 |
| AVINARI, ILANA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/24/2018 |
| CAHILL, KEVIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/13/2020 |
| CHAUDHRY, JAHANZEB Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2019 |
| MENDEL, ERIC Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/24/2018 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Brookside Multicare Nursing Center's rating?
Brookside Multicare Nursing Center has 5 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 Brookside Multicare Nursing Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a New York average of 8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Brookside Multicare Nursing 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 Brookside Multicare Nursing Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Optima Care. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Brookside Multicare Nursing Center and how do I contact it?
Brookside Multicare Nursing Center is at 7 Route 25A, Smithtown, NY 11787. Phone: (631) 724-2200.
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.