nursing home in Buffalo, NY
Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
1014 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14209 · (716) 883-6782
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★2
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing at a glance
Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is a 200-bed for-profit nursing home in Buffalo, New York (Erie County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the New York average of 3.
Residents receive about 4.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 17, 2025) found 17 health citations. The New York average is 8.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $139,721.
Nursing staff turnover is 60.2% per year (state average 40.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 200
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Centers Health Care
- Medicare-certified since
- April 8, 1980
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Erie County
- CMS Certification Number
- 335638
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 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) | 1 / 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) | 4.22 hrs | 3.63 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| 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) | 2.70 hrs | 2.15 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.77 hrs | 3.18 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 60.2% | 40.3% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 80% | 39.8% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 17 | 8 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 8 | 3 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 142 | 62.2 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $139,721 | $23,070 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 200 | 188 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 187 | 168 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93.4% | 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) | 1.1% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6.5% | 6.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 12.6% | 13.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.8% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 13.9% | 14.1% | 13.9% | Average |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 10.2% | 12.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 9.1% | 5.8% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 18% | 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) | 7.2% | 13.2% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 22.3% | 19.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 88.1% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.9% | 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) | 0.5% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 91% | 78.8% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.8% | 77.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 36 health deficiencies and 23 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 12, 2025 Complaint | 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected December 29, 2025 |
| November 12, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected December 29, 2025 |
| November 12, 2025 Complaint | Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0573 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 29, 2025 |
| November 12, 2025 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 29, 2025 |
| November 12, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 29, 2025 |
| July 1, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | H Actual harm, pattern | Corrected August 27, 2025 |
| July 1, 2025 Complaint | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 27, 2025 |
| July 1, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 27, 2025 |
| July 1, 2025 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 August 27, 2025 |
| June 17, 2025 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 6, 2025 |
| June 17, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 6, 2025 |
| June 17, 2025 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 August 6, 2025 |
| June 17, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 6, 2025 |
| June 17, 2025 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 6, 2025 |
| June 17, 2025 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 6, 2025 |
| June 17, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 6, 2025 |
| June 17, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 6, 2025 |
| June 17, 2025 Complaint | 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 6, 2025 |
| June 17, 2025 Complaint | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0925 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 6, 2025 |
| June 17, 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 August 6, 2025 |
| June 17, 2025 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 15, 2025 |
| June 17, 2025 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 August 6, 2025 |
| June 17, 2025 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 15, 2025 |
| June 17, 2025 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 August 6, 2025 |
| June 17, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 6, 2025 |
| June 17, 2025 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 August 6, 2025 |
| June 17, 2025 Standard | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected August 6, 2025 |
| June 17, 2025 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected August 6, 2025 |
| April 11, 2025 Complaint | 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 June 6, 2025 |
| April 11, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 6, 2025 |
| May 7, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 7, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 7, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 7, 2024 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 June 25, 2024 |
| May 7, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly sized and located linen or trash receptacles. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0754 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 7, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 7, 2024 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 7, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 7, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 7, 2024 Fire safety | Install proper backup exit lighting. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0281 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 7, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 7, 2024 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 7, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 7, 2024 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 7, 2024 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 7, 2024 Fire safety | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0347 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 7, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 7, 2024 Standard | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 7, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| October 18, 2022 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 16, 2022 |
| October 18, 2022 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 16, 2022 |
| October 18, 2022 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 16, 2022 |
| October 18, 2022 Standard | 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 16, 2022 |
| October 18, 2022 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 November 16, 2022 |
| October 18, 2022 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 16, 2022 |
| October 18, 2022 Standard | 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 November 16, 2022 |
| October 18, 2022 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 November 16, 2022 |
| October 18, 2022 Standard | Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0886 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 16, 2022 |
| October 18, 2022 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected November 16, 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $139,721 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 12, 2025 | Fine | $36,478 |
| June 17, 2025 | Fine | $103,243 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| SICKLICK, JEFFREY Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 10% | 12/17/2015 |
| MIKAC, RYAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| PETERSON, JO Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/18/2025 |
| GOLDMAN, NATHAN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| HENDRIX, HEIDI Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| LANTZITSKY, AHARON Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| ROZENBERG, KENNETH Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| MIKAC, RYAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| PETERSON, JO Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/18/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing's rating?
Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing has 1 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 Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 17 citations, compared with a New York average of 8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing 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 Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Centers Health Care. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing and how do I contact it?
Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is at 1014 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14209. Phone: (716) 883-6782.
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.