nursing home in Flushing, NY
Cliffside Rehab & Residential Health Care Center
119 - 19 Graham Court, Flushing, NY 11354 · (718) 886-0700
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Cliffside Rehab & Residential Health Care Center at a glance
Cliffside Rehab & Residential Health Care Center is a 218-bed for-profit nursing home in Flushing, 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 4.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 23, 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 31.1% per year (state average 40.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 218
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- December 1, 1974
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Queens County
- CMS Certification Number
- 335349
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) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.07 hrs | 3.63 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.61 hrs | 0.71 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.39 hrs | 2.15 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.57 hrs | 3.18 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 31.1% | 40.3% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 30.8% | 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) | 19 | 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 | 218 | 188 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 205 | 168 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93.9% | 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) | 0.7% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 14.6% | 6.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 13.4% | 13.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.8% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 11% | 14.1% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 11.4% | 12.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.2% | 5.8% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 7.7% | 19.5% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 4% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 6.6% | 13.2% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 11% | 19.5% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.4% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 93% | 91.5% | 93.6% | Average |
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) | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 58.1% | 78.8% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 67.4% | 77.4% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 8 health deficiencies and 14 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 23, 2025 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 12, 2025 |
| July 23, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 20, 2025 |
| July 23, 2025 Standard | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 23, 2025 |
| July 23, 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 September 20, 2025 |
| July 23, 2025 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected September 20, 2025 |
| May 16, 2023 Fire safety | Have proper power supply for life support equipment. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0915 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 10, 2023 |
| May 16, 2023 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 3, 2023 |
| May 16, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 25, 2023 |
| May 16, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel. Electrical Deficiencies · Tag K0901 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 1, 2023 |
| May 16, 2023 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 3, 2023 |
| May 16, 2023 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 3, 2023 |
| May 16, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 3, 2023 |
| May 16, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 3, 2023 |
| May 16, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 3, 2023 |
| May 16, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 3, 2023 |
| May 16, 2023 Fire safety | Establish policies and procedures for sheltering. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0022 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected July 3, 2023 |
| May 16, 2023 Standard | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 7, 2023 |
| May 16, 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 May 20, 2023 |
| May 16, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 7, 2023 |
| May 16, 2023 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 June 8, 2023 |
| October 9, 2020 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected October 23, 2020 |
| October 9, 2020 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | B No harm, pattern | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEUTSCH, JACK Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 77% | 01/01/1988 |
| ESTATE OF ESTHER FRIEDMAN Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 6% | 10/25/2023 |
| GOLDBAUM, SAUL Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 6% | 10/01/2022 |
| LIEBERMAN, GLORIA Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 6% | 10/01/2022 |
| SOLOMON, ESTHER Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 6% | 10/01/2022 |
| FREEDMAN, SHMUEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/22/2009 |
| WEHBEH, WEHBEH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/20/2024 |
| DEUTSCH, JACK Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/1972 |
| DEUTSCH, JACK Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/03/2024 |
| FREEDMAN, SHMUEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/22/2009 |
| WEHBEH, WEHBEH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/20/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Cliffside Rehab & Residential Health Care Center's rating?
Cliffside Rehab & Residential Health 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 Cliffside Rehab & Residential Health 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 Cliffside Rehab & Residential Health 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 Cliffside Rehab & Residential Health Care Center?
It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Cliffside Rehab & Residential Health Care Center and how do I contact it?
Cliffside Rehab & Residential Health Care Center is at 119 - 19 Graham Court, Flushing, NY 11354. Phone: (718) 886-0700.
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.