nursing home in Stonybrook, NY
Long Island State Veterans Home
100 Patriots Road, Stonybrook, NY 11790 · (631) 444-8500
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★2
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Long Island State Veterans Home at a glance
Long Island State Veterans Home is a 350-bed government nursing home in Stonybrook, New York (Suffolk 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 4.7 hours of nursing care per day (1.2 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 11, 2025) found 2 health citations. The New York average is 8.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 24.8% per year (state average 40.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Beds
- 350
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- State of New York Comptroller's Office
- Medicare-certified since
- April 23, 1992
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Suffolk County
- CMS Certification Number
- 335758
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) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 4.65 hrs | 3.63 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.24 hrs | 0.71 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.75 hrs | 2.15 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.16 hrs | 3.18 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 24.8% | 40.3% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 17.8% | 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) | 2 | 8 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 4 | 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 | 350 | 188 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 310 | 168 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 88.7% | 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) | 3.3% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.6% | 6.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10.6% | 13.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.1% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.1% | 0.5% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 12.8% | 14.1% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 11.3% | 12.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.4% | 5.8% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 4.4% | 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) | 11% | 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) | 99.7% | 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) | 2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97% | 78.8% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.5% | 77.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 10 health deficiencies and 6 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 11, 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 March 24, 2025 |
| March 11, 2025 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 7, 2025 |
| March 11, 2025 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 May 7, 2025 |
| September 1, 2023 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 November 10, 2023 |
| September 1, 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 October 27, 2023 |
| July 1, 2021 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 December 15, 2021 |
| July 1, 2021 Fire safety | Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0352 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 13, 2021 |
| July 1, 2021 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 30, 2021 |
| July 1, 2021 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 30, 2021 |
| July 1, 2021 Standard | 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 August 25, 2021 |
| July 1, 2021 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 August 25, 2021 |
| July 1, 2021 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2021 |
| July 1, 2021 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 August 25, 2021 |
| July 1, 2021 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2021 |
| July 1, 2021 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 August 25, 2021 |
| July 1, 2021 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 25, 2021 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRANCATO, CHRISTOPHER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/24/2021 |
| CMS COMPLIANCE GROUP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2011 |
| FACULTY STUDENT ASSOCIATION OF THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF NY STONY BROOK Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/07/2025 |
| FORVIS MAZARS, LLP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2023 |
| MUSCARELLA, DENISE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/14/2017 |
| ROCCO, PAT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/12/2004 |
| SCIOSCIA, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/12/2019 |
| SGANGA, FRED Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2001 |
| SINGH, ANSHU Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| SPIER, JONATHAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/08/2015 |
| STATE OF NEW YORK COMPTROLLERS OFFICE Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/23/1991 |
| ZIMMET HEALTHCARE SERVICES GROUP, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2012 |
| STATE OF NEW YORK COMPTROLLERS OFFICE Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/23/1991 |
| IGARASHI, PETER Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/12/2022 |
| BRANCATO, CHRISTOPHER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/24/2021 |
| BRAND, JEANMARIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/28/1994 |
| FACULTY STUDENT ASSOCIATION OF THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF NY STONY BROOK Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2022 |
| MUSCARELLA, DENISE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/14/2017 |
| ROCCO, PAT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/12/2004 |
| SCIOSCIA, MICHAEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/12/2019 |
| SGANGA, FRED Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2001 |
| SINGH, ANSHU Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| SPIER, JONATHAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/08/2015 |
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★★★★★2Below averageAllegria Nursing & Rehab Center of Port Jefferson
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★★★★★1Much below averageSmithtown Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing Care
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Frequently asked questions
What is Long Island State Veterans Home's rating?
Long Island State Veterans Home 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 Long Island State Veterans Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a New York average of 8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Long Island State Veterans 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 Long Island State Veterans Home?
It is government - state and part of State of New York Comptroller's Office. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Long Island State Veterans Home and how do I contact it?
Long Island State Veterans Home is at 100 Patriots Road, Stonybrook, NY 11790. Phone: (631) 444-8500.
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.