nursing home in Melville, NY

Huntington Hills Center for Health and Rehabilitat

400 South Service Road, Melville, NY 11747 · (631) 439-3000

★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★3
  • 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

Huntington Hills Center for Health and Rehabilitat at a glance

Huntington Hills Center for Health and Rehabilitat is a 320-bed for-profit nursing home in Melville, New York (Suffolk County).

CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the New York average of 3.

Residents receive about 3.6 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.6 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (November 15, 2024) found 8 health citations. The New York average is 8.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 22.4% per year (state average 40.3%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
320
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
National Health Care Associates
Medicare-certified since
November 5, 1999
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Suffolk County
CMS Certification Number
335818

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityNew York avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 53 / 53 / 5Better
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 52.7 / 52.8 / 5Average
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 52.8 / 52.9 / 5Average
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53.8 / 53.6 / 5Better
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 54 / 53.8 / 5Better
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)5 / 53.6 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility3.65 hrsNew York average3.63 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. New York and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew York avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.65 hrs3.63 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.68 hrs0.71 hrs0.69 hrsAverage
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.17 hrs2.15 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.25 hrs3.18 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)22.4%40.3%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)20.8%39.8%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)001Better

Inspections

This facility8New York average8U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. New York and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew York avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)889Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)433Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)3762.280.6Better

Penalties

This facility0New York average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. New York and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew York avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$23,070$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityNew York avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds320188107
Average residents per day30716886
Occupancy95.8%90.5%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility1.3%New York average3.1%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. New York and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew York avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)1.3%3.1%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)3.4%6.5%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)6.3%13.7%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)3.7%1.3%1.6%Worse
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0.2%0.5%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)10.9%14.1%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)14.9%12.5%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)2.2%5.8%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)36.9%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)17.4%13.2%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)23.6%19.5%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)93.2%95.3%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)93.2%91.5%93.6%Average

Short-stay residents

This facility0.5%New York average1.2%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. New York and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew 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)87.4%78.8%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)98.1%77.4%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 16 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
November 15, 2024
Complaint
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 January 14, 2025
November 15, 2024
Standard
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0838
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 14, 2025
November 15, 2024
Standard
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 14, 2025
November 15, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 14, 2025
November 15, 2024
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 January 14, 2025
November 15, 2024
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 January 14, 2025
November 15, 2024
Complaint
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0711
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 14, 2025
November 15, 2024
Complaint
Employ or obtain outside professional resources to provide services in the nursing home when the facility does not employ a qualified professional to furnish a required service.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0840
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 14, 2025
June 9, 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 July 31, 2023
June 9, 2023
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 31, 2023
June 9, 2023
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 July 31, 2023
June 9, 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 July 31, 2023
June 9, 2023
Standard
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0838
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected July 31, 2023
October 28, 2021
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 November 19, 2021
October 28, 2021
Standard
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 19, 2021
October 28, 2021
Standard
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0685
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 19, 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.

NameRoleShareSince
ESTATE OF TALI SKOCZYLAS
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest6%01/07/2020
LAUFER, DORIS
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest11%01/04/2010
LIPSCHITZ, DAVID
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest10%01/04/2010
NICHOLS, NANCY
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest—01/04/2010
OSTREICHER, SUSAN
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest29%01/04/2010
ZITTER, AGNES
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest8%04/01/2013
OSTREICHER, SUSAN
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/04/2010
LETTER, MICHAEL
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE04/26/2021

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Frequently asked questions

What is Huntington Hills Center for Health and Rehabilitat's rating?

Huntington Hills Center for Health and Rehabilitat has 4 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 Huntington Hills Center for Health and Rehabilitat receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 8 citations, compared with a New York average of 8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Huntington Hills Center for Health and Rehabilitat 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 Huntington Hills Center for Health and Rehabilitat?

It is for profit - corporation and part of National Health Care Associates. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Huntington Hills Center for Health and Rehabilitat and how do I contact it?

Huntington Hills Center for Health and Rehabilitat is at 400 South Service Road, Melville, NY 11747. Phone: (631) 439-3000.

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.