nursing home in Valley Stream, NY
North Shore - Lij Orzac Center for Rehabilitation
900 Franklin Avenue, Valley Stream, NY 11580 · (516) 256-6700
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
North Shore - Lij Orzac Center for Rehabilitation at a glance
North Shore - Lij Orzac Center for Rehabilitation is a 120-bed non-profit nursing home in Valley Stream, New York (Nassau 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 5.9 hours of nursing care per day (2.3 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 16, 2025) found 3 health citations. The New York average is 8.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $41,575.
Nursing staff turnover is 29.9% per year (state average 40.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- January 13, 1989
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Nassau County
- CMS Certification Number
- 335700
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) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 5.95 hrs | 3.63 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.33 hrs | 0.71 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.89 hrs | 2.15 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 5.49 hrs | 3.18 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 29.9% | 40.3% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 33.8% | 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) | 3 | 8 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 42.8 | 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) | $41,575 | $23,070 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 | 188 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 92 | 168 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 76.6% | 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) | 1.2% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 15.1% | 6.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10.4% | 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) | 14.3% | 14.1% | 13.9% | Average |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 11.1% | 12.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.4% | 5.8% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 7% | 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) | 5.6% | 13.2% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 19.2% | 19.5% | 19% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 88% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 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) | 0.4% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.7% | 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 11 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 16, 2025 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 July 9, 2025 |
| May 16, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 9, 2025 |
| May 16, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 9, 2025 |
| August 2, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected September 10, 2024 |
| August 2, 2024 Complaint | 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 September 10, 2024 |
| January 31, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 31, 2024 |
| January 31, 2024 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 March 31, 2024 |
| January 31, 2024 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 31, 2024 |
| January 31, 2024 Complaint | 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 March 31, 2024 |
| January 31, 2024 Standard | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0742 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 31, 2024 |
| January 31, 2022 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 March 18, 2022 |
| January 31, 2022 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 March 20, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $41,575 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 2, 2024 | Fine | $41,575 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| NORTHWELL HEALTHCARE INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 07/01/2015 |
| DOWLING, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2015 |
| SOLAZZO, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2015 |
| BATTINELLI, DAVID Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| CLASTER, MARK Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2015 |
| COSTALAS, KONSTANTINE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| CROTTY, MARGARET Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| CUSACK, MICHELE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/12/2017 |
| DRUMMOND, DONNA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| EPSTEIN, MICHAEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| GALLO, KATHLEEN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| GINDI, HARRY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| GLOADE, MARK Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| GOLDSTEIN, RICHARD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2015 |
| KRAEMER, LAURENCE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| KRAUT, JEFFREY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| MACK, WILLIAM Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2015 |
| MILLER, RICHARD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2017 |
| MOSCOLA, JOSEPH Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| NAPPI, RALPH Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2015 |
| ROSENTHAL, ROBERT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| RUBENSTEIN, BARRY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2015 |
| TANGNEY, EUGENE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| ZUCKER, DONALD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2015 |
| CUSACK, MICHELE Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/12/2017 |
| DOWLING, MICHAEL Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2015 |
| LYNCH, CHRISTOPHER Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2000 |
| PHILIP, ARPAN Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2000 |
| SOLAZZO, MARK Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2015 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is North Shore - Lij Orzac Center for Rehabilitation's rating?
North Shore - Lij Orzac Center for Rehabilitation 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 North Shore - Lij Orzac Center for Rehabilitation 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 North Shore - Lij Orzac Center for Rehabilitation 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 North Shore - Lij Orzac Center for Rehabilitation?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is North Shore - Lij Orzac Center for Rehabilitation and how do I contact it?
North Shore - Lij Orzac Center for Rehabilitation is at 900 Franklin Avenue, Valley Stream, NY 11580. Phone: (516) 256-6700.
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.