nursing home in Bronx, NY
Bronx Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
2175 Quarry Road, Bronx, NY 10457 · (718) 960-3910
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Bronx Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center at a glance
Bronx Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a 199-bed for-profit nursing home in Bronx, New York (Bronx 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 3.6 hours of nursing care per day (1.2 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 24, 2025) found 6 health citations. The New York average is 8.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 37% per year (state average 40.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 199
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Citadel Care Centers
- Medicare-certified since
- May 2, 1994
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Bronx County
- CMS Certification Number
- 335775
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) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 3.63 hrs | 3.63 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.17 hrs | 0.71 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.14 hrs | 2.15 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.41 hrs | 3.18 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 37% | 40.3% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 32.7% | 39.8% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 6 | 8 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 45 | 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 | 199 | 188 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 193 | 168 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 97% | 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) | 2.2% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 9.2% | 6.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 3.9% | 13.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Better |
| 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) | 9% | 14.1% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 8.3% | 12.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.6% | 5.8% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 43.5% | 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) | 12.9% | 13.2% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 16.1% | 19.5% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 85.6% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 58.2% | 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) | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 44.8% | 78.8% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 7.6% | 77.4% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 13 health deficiencies and 11 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 9, 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 February 5, 2026 |
| June 24, 2025 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 24, 2025 |
| June 24, 2025 Standard | 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 22, 2025 |
| June 24, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| June 24, 2025 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| June 24, 2025 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 August 22, 2025 |
| June 24, 2025 Complaint | 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 August 22, 2025 |
| March 17, 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 April 30, 2025 |
| April 24, 2023 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 11, 2023 |
| April 24, 2023 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 July 11, 2023 |
| April 24, 2023 Fire safety | Construct fire resistant interior walls. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0331 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2023 |
| April 24, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2023 |
| April 24, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0362 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2023 |
| April 24, 2023 Fire safety | Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0131 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2023 |
| April 24, 2023 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2023 |
| April 24, 2023 Fire safety | Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0007 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected July 11, 2023 |
| April 24, 2023 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected July 11, 2023 |
| April 24, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel. Electrical Deficiencies · Tag K0901 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected July 11, 2023 |
| April 24, 2023 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 23, 2023 |
| April 24, 2023 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 June 23, 2023 |
| April 24, 2023 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 23, 2023 |
| April 24, 2023 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 June 23, 2023 |
| April 24, 2023 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 June 23, 2023 |
| September 30, 2020 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 1, 2020 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FARKOWITZ, ESTHER Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 25% | 03/12/2015 |
| FRIEDMAN, LEOPOLD Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 50% | 03/12/2015 |
| PHILIPSON, AVI Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 25% | 03/12/2015 |
| TERRANO, MONICA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2016 |
| FARKOWITZ, ESTHER Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/20/2016 |
| FRIEDMAN, LEOPOLD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/20/2016 |
| FRIEDMAN, LEOPOLD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/20/2016 |
| TERRANO, MONICA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2016 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Bronx Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center's rating?
Bronx Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center 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 Bronx Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center 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 Bronx Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing 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 Bronx Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Citadel Care Centers. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Bronx Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center and how do I contact it?
Bronx Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is at 2175 Quarry Road, Bronx, NY 10457. Phone: (718) 960-3910.
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.