nursing home in Bronx, NY
Highbridge Woodycrest Center
936 Woodycrest Avenue, Bronx, NY 10452 · (718) 414-1157
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Highbridge Woodycrest Center at a glance
Highbridge Woodycrest Center is a 90-bed for-profit nursing home in Bronx, New York (Bronx 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 3.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 20, 2026) found 1 health citation. The New York average is 8.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 63.9% per year (state average 40.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 90
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Highbridge Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- May 22, 1991
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Bronx County
- CMS Certification Number
- 335751
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) | 5 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| 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) | 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) | 3.06 hrs | 3.63 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.40 hrs | 0.71 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.95 hrs | 2.15 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.82 hrs | 3.18 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 63.9% | 40.3% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 46.2% | 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) | 1 | 8 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 9 | 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 | 90 | 188 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 88 | 168 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 97.9% | 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) | 0.9% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.5% | 6.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 30% | 13.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | Average |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 8.9% | 14.1% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 6.5% | 12.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.5% | 5.8% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 6.6% | 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) | 16.2% | 13.2% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 3.5% | 19.5% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.8% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.7% | 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) | 9.5% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 84% | 78.8% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 93.2% | 77.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 20, 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 23, 2026 |
| May 20, 2026 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 23, 2026 |
| May 20, 2026 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 23, 2026 |
| May 20, 2026 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected July 23, 2026 |
| May 20, 2026 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 July 23, 2026 |
| July 16, 2024 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 30, 2024 |
| July 16, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 30, 2024 |
| July 16, 2024 Fire safety | Install proper backup exit lighting. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0281 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 30, 2024 |
| July 16, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 10, 2024 |
| July 16, 2024 Standard | Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0882 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 10, 2024 |
| October 6, 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 December 2, 2022 |
| October 6, 2022 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| October 6, 2022 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| October 6, 2022 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| October 6, 2022 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2023 |
| October 6, 2022 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 December 2, 2022 |
| October 6, 2022 Fire safety | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| October 6, 2022 Standard | Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0882 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 25, 2022 |
| October 6, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 25, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| EGERT, DEBBIE Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 38% | 03/01/2016 |
| EGERT, USHER Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 38% | 03/01/2016 |
| PASKES, JOEL Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 20% | 03/01/2016 |
| VICENTE, LEONARDO Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 5% | 03/01/2016 |
| EGERT, DEBBIE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2016 |
| EGERT, USHER Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2016 |
| PASKES, JOEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2016 |
| VICENTE, LEONARDO Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2016 |
| VICENTE, LEONARDO Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2016 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Highbridge Woodycrest Center's rating?
Highbridge Woodycrest 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 Highbridge Woodycrest Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a New York average of 8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Highbridge Woodycrest 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 Highbridge Woodycrest Center?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Highbridge Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Highbridge Woodycrest Center and how do I contact it?
Highbridge Woodycrest Center is at 936 Woodycrest Avenue, Bronx, NY 10452. Phone: (718) 414-1157.
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.