nursing home in Yonkers, NY
Adira at Riverside Rehabilitation and Nursing
120 Odell Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10701 · (914) 964-3333
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- 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
Adira at Riverside Rehabilitation and Nursing at a glance
Adira at Riverside Rehabilitation and Nursing is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Yonkers, New York (Westchester County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the New York average of 3.
Residents receive about 4.2 hours of nursing care per day (1.7 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 30, 2024) found 17 health citations. The New York average is 8.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $66,859.
Nursing staff turnover is 25% per year (state average 40.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Partnership
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- May 29, 2001
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Westchester County
- CMS Certification Number
- 335829
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New York avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 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) | 4.24 hrs | 3.63 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.65 hrs | 0.71 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.17 hrs | 2.15 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.58 hrs | 3.18 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 25% | 40.3% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 31.1% | 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) | 17 | 8 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 8 | 3 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 141 | 62.2 | 80.6 | Worse |
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) | $66,859 | $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 | 115 | 168 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 95.4% | 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) | 4% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.7% | 6.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10.8% | 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) | 8.8% | 14.1% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 6.3% | 12.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.1% | 5.8% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 57.3% | 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) | 9.9% | 13.2% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 2.4% | 19.5% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95.3% | 95.5% | Average |
| 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) | 0.6% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 78.8% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 77.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 24 health deficiencies and 23 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 14, 2026 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 8, 2026 |
| April 14, 2026 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 8, 2026 |
| April 14, 2026 Complaint | 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 June 8, 2026 |
| April 14, 2026 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 June 8, 2026 |
| April 14, 2026 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 8, 2026 |
| October 17, 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 December 5, 2025 |
| August 30, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 27, 2024 |
| August 30, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure proper storage of liquid oxygen. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0930 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 21, 2024 |
| August 30, 2024 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 27, 2024 |
| August 30, 2024 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 October 21, 2024 |
| August 30, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 27, 2024 |
| August 30, 2024 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 23, 2024 |
| August 30, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 16, 2024 |
| August 30, 2024 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 3, 2024 |
| August 30, 2024 Fire safety | Install proper backup exit lighting. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0281 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 22, 2024 |
| August 30, 2024 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 18, 2024 |
| August 30, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2024 |
| August 30, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| August 30, 2024 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 November 8, 2024 |
| August 30, 2024 Standard | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| August 30, 2024 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 25, 2024 |
| August 30, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| August 30, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| August 30, 2024 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 October 25, 2024 |
| August 30, 2024 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| August 30, 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 October 25, 2024 |
| August 30, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| August 30, 2024 Standard | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 25, 2024 |
| November 28, 2023 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 19, 2024 |
| August 18, 2021 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 4, 2021 |
| August 18, 2021 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 4, 2021 |
| August 18, 2021 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 4, 2021 |
| August 18, 2021 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 4, 2021 |
| August 18, 2021 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 4, 2021 |
| August 18, 2021 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 4, 2021 |
| August 18, 2021 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 4, 2021 |
| August 18, 2021 Standard | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0925 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 8, 2021 |
| August 18, 2021 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 8, 2021 |
| August 18, 2021 Standard | 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 October 8, 2021 |
| August 18, 2021 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 8, 2021 |
| August 18, 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 October 8, 2021 |
| August 22, 2019 Fire safety | Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0541 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 21, 2019 |
| August 22, 2019 Fire safety | Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0225 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 21, 2019 |
| August 22, 2019 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 October 21, 2019 |
| August 22, 2019 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 October 21, 2019 |
| August 22, 2019 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 21, 2019 |
| August 22, 2019 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 October 16, 2019 |
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 $66,859 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 30, 2024 | Fine | $66,859 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| FISCHBEIN, EPHRAIM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/16/2025 |
| NSHIEWAT, JOSEPH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/07/2025 |
| SCHWIMMER, LEOPOLD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2015 |
| STEIN, ALLEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/06/2014 |
| STRULOVITCH, LAZER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/06/2014 |
| SCHWIMMER, LEOPOLD Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/06/2014 |
| STEIN, ALLEN Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/06/2014 |
| STRULOVITCH, LAZER Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/06/2014 |
| FISCHBEIN, EPHRAIM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/22/2024 |
| NSHIEWAT, JOSEPH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2023 |
| STEIN, ALLEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/06/2014 |
| SCHWIMMER, LEOPOLD Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/06/2014 |
| STEIN, ALLEN Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/06/2014 |
| STRULOVITCH, LAZER Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/06/2014 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Adira at Riverside Rehabilitation and Nursing's rating?
Adira at Riverside Rehabilitation and Nursing has 2 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 Adira at Riverside Rehabilitation and Nursing receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 17 citations, compared with a New York average of 8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Adira at Riverside Rehabilitation and Nursing 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 Adira at Riverside Rehabilitation and Nursing?
It is for profit - partnership. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Adira at Riverside Rehabilitation and Nursing and how do I contact it?
Adira at Riverside Rehabilitation and Nursing is at 120 Odell Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10701. Phone: (914) 964-3333.
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.