nursing home in Astoria, NY
New York Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing
26-13 21st Street, Astoria, NY 11102 · (718) 626-4800
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- 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
New York Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing at a glance
New York Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing is a 280-bed for-profit nursing home in Astoria, New York (Queens 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 hours of nursing care per day (1.4 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 24, 2023) found 2 health citations. The New York average is 8.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 280
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- May 3, 2002
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Queens County
- CMS Certification Number
- 335838
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) | 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) | 4.03 hrs | 3.63 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.37 hrs | 0.71 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.52 hrs | 2.15 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.41 hrs | 3.18 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
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) | 8 | 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 | 280 | 188 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 276 | 168 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 98.7% | 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) | 4.3% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 8.5% | 6.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 14.9% | 13.7% | 15.4% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.8% | 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) | 10.4% | 14.1% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 7.4% | 12.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.7% | 5.8% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 9.7% | 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) | 9.2% | 13.2% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 2.1% | 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) | 98% | 78.8% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.2% | 77.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 3 health deficiencies and 13 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 13, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 4, 2025 |
| April 24, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel. Electrical Deficiencies · Tag K0901 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 23, 2023 |
| April 24, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 23, 2023 |
| April 24, 2023 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 May 23, 2023 |
| April 24, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 23, 2023 |
| April 24, 2023 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 23, 2023 |
| April 24, 2023 Fire safety | Provide sliding doors free of hazards, operable without special knowledge or effort, and meet weight requirements to set door in motion. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0224 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 23, 2023 |
| April 24, 2023 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 23, 2023 |
| April 24, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 23, 2023 |
| April 24, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 23, 2023 |
| April 24, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 23, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 23, 2023 |
| April 24, 2023 Standard | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 7, 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 July 7, 2023 |
| August 2, 2018 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 4, 2018 |
| August 2, 2018 Fire safety | Install proper backup exit lighting. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0281 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 4, 2018 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BASCH, MIRIAM Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 08/27/2001 |
| KLEIN, MIRIAM Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 08/27/2001 |
| SIEGER, CHAIM Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 08/27/2001 |
| STERN, CHAIM Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 08/27/2001 |
| STERN, MARGARET Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 08/27/2001 |
| SIEGER, CHAIM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is New York Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing's rating?
New York Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing 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 New York Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing 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 New York Center for Rehabilitation & 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 New York Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing?
It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is New York Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing and how do I contact it?
New York Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing is at 26-13 21st Street, Astoria, NY 11102. Phone: (718) 626-4800.
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.