nursing home in Brooklyn, NY
Brooklyn-Queens Nursing Home
2749 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY 11208 · (718) 277-5100
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- 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
Brooklyn-Queens Nursing Home at a glance
Brooklyn-Queens Nursing Home is a 140-bed for-profit nursing home in Brooklyn, New York (Kings County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the New York average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.8 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 2, 2026) found 6 health citations. The New York average is 8.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $141,232.
Nursing staff turnover is 50.6% per year (state average 40.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Partnership
- Beds
- 140
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- February 1, 1980
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Kings County
- CMS Certification Number
- 335637
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.77 hrs | 3.63 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.52 hrs | 0.71 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.54 hrs | 2.15 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.42 hrs | 3.18 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 50.6% | 40.3% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 54.5% | 39.8% | 42.9% | Worse |
| 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) | 6 | 8 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 3 | 3 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 36 | 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) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $141,232 | $23,070 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 3 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 140 | 188 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 137 | 168 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 97.5% | 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) | 0.4% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.8% | 6.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 4% | 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% | 0.5% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 12.7% | 14.1% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 11.2% | 12.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.6% | 5.8% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 29.5% | 19.5% | 12.8% | Worse |
| 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) | 12.2% | 13.2% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 21.3% | 19.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 72.2% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 54.8% | 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) | 0.5% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 30% | 78.8% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 18% | 77.4% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 21 health deficiencies and 18 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 3, 2026 Complaint | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 24, 2026 |
| June 2, 2026 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 20, 2026 |
| June 2, 2026 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 20, 2026 |
| June 2, 2026 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 20, 2026 |
| June 2, 2026 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 20, 2026 |
| June 2, 2026 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 20, 2026 |
| June 2, 2026 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected July 20, 2026 |
| June 2, 2026 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 30, 2026 |
| June 2, 2026 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 30, 2026 |
| June 2, 2026 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 30, 2026 |
| June 2, 2026 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 30, 2026 |
| June 2, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 30, 2026 |
| September 10, 2024 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 8, 2024 |
| September 10, 2024 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 8, 2024 |
| September 10, 2024 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 8, 2024 |
| September 10, 2024 Fire safety | Install proper backup exit lighting. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0281 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 8, 2024 |
| September 10, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected November 8, 2024 |
| September 10, 2024 Complaint | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 6, 2024 |
| September 10, 2024 Standard | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0553 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 6, 2024 |
| September 10, 2024 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 6, 2024 |
| September 10, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 6, 2024 |
| September 10, 2024 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 November 6, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 6, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 6, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 Complaint | 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 September 6, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 Complaint | 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 September 6, 2024 |
| October 13, 2023 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 8, 2023 |
| October 13, 2023 Complaint | 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 December 8, 2023 |
| May 26, 2023 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 6, 2023 |
| May 26, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 25, 2023 |
| May 26, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 14, 2023 |
| May 26, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly sized and located compartments to protect residents from smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0371 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 25, 2023 |
| May 26, 2023 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 26, 2023 |
| May 26, 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 13, 2023 |
| May 26, 2023 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 28, 2023 |
| May 26, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 22, 2023 |
| May 26, 2023 Standard | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0685 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 22, 2023 |
| May 26, 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 July 22, 2023 |
| May 26, 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 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected July 22, 2023 |
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 3 federal penalties in the past three years, including $141,232 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 28, 2024 | Payment Denial | 13 days from January 28, 2025 |
| October 28, 2024 | Fine | $141,232 |
| July 11, 2024 | Payment Denial | 28 days from October 11, 2024 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BERKOWITZ, LEOPOLD Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 50% | 07/09/1998 |
| THOMAS, SELMA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/21/2016 |
| YOUNESI, PEYMAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/03/2019 |
| THOMAS, SELMA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/21/2016 |
| YOUNESI, PEYMAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/03/2019 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Brooklyn-Queens Nursing Home's rating?
Brooklyn-Queens Nursing Home has 3 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 Brooklyn-Queens Nursing Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a New York average of 8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Brooklyn-Queens Nursing Home 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 Brooklyn-Queens Nursing Home?
It is for profit - partnership. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Brooklyn-Queens Nursing Home and how do I contact it?
Brooklyn-Queens Nursing Home is at 2749 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY 11208. Phone: (718) 277-5100.
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.