MASSAPEQUA CENTER REHABILITATION & NURSING
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Massapequa Center Rehabilitation & Nursing has a Trust Grade of A+, which means it is considered an elite facility, excelling in quality and care. It ranks #66 out of 594 nursing homes in New York, placing it in the top half, and #7 out of 41 in Suffolk County, indicating that only six local options are better. The facility's trend is improving, with issues decreasing from 7 in 2021 to 4 in 2024. Staffing is a weakness here, with a rating of 2 out of 5 stars and a turnover rate of 20%, which is still below the state average of 40%. Notably, the facility has no fines on record, which is a positive sign. However, there are some concerns. For instance, one resident was not receiving adequate help for personal grooming, which was evident by the condition of their fingernails. Another incident involved a resident who did not receive a necessary eye drop medication for several days, and there was also an issue with medications not being properly secured in a locked area. While there are strengths in the facility's overall quality and lack of fines, these specific incidents highlight areas that need improvement.
- Trust Score
- A+
- In New York
- #66/594
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ✓ Good
- 20% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 28 points below New York's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most New York facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 31 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for New York. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 11 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Low Staff Turnover (20%) · Staff stability means consistent care
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover is low (20%)
28 points below New York average of 48%
Facility shows strength in quality measures, staff retention, fire safety.
The Bad
No Significant Concerns Identified
This facility shows no red flags. Among New York's 100 nursing homes, only 1% achieve this.
The Ugly 11 deficiencies on record
Dec 2024
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, record review, and interviews during the Recertification Survey initiated on 12/3/2024 and completed on 1...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, record review, and staff interviews during the Recertification Survey initiated on 12/3/2024 and complete...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, and staff interviews during the Recertification Survey initiated on 12/3/2024 and completed...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, and interviews during the Recertification Survey initiated on 12/3/2024 and completed on 12...
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May 2021
7 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0561
(Tag F0561)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interviews and record review during the Recertification Survey completed on 05/04/2021, the facility did n...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Investigate Abuse
(Tag F0610)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, and interviews during the Recertification Survey completed on 5/4/2021, the facility did no...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews and record reviews conducted during the Recertification Survey completed on 05/04/2021, the facility did not...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Drug Regimen Review
(Tag F0756)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and staff interviews during the Recertification Survey completed on 05/04/2021, the facility did not ensu...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, and interviews during the Recertification Survey completed on 05/04/2021, the facility did ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0840
(Tag F0840)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and staff interviews during the Recertification Survey completed on 5/04/2021, the facility did not ensur...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and staff interviews during the Recertification Survey completed on 05/04/2021, the facility did not main...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade A+ (95/100). Above average facility, better than most options in New York.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most New York facilities.
- • 20% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 28 points below New York's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- • 11 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is Massapequa Center Rehabilitation & Nursing's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns MASSAPEQUA CENTER REHABILITATION & NURSING an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within New York, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Massapequa Center Rehabilitation & Nursing Staffed?
CMS rates MASSAPEQUA CENTER REHABILITATION & NURSING's staffing level at 2 out of 5 stars, which is below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 20%, compared to the New York average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Massapequa Center Rehabilitation & Nursing?
State health inspectors documented 11 deficiencies at MASSAPEQUA CENTER REHABILITATION & NURSING during 2021 to 2024. These included: 11 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Massapequa Center Rehabilitation & Nursing?
MASSAPEQUA CENTER REHABILITATION & NURSING is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 320 certified beds and approximately 295 residents (about 92% occupancy), it is a large facility located in AMITYVILLE, New York.
How Does Massapequa Center Rehabilitation & Nursing Compare to Other New York Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in New York, MASSAPEQUA CENTER REHABILITATION & NURSING's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (20%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Massapequa Center Rehabilitation & Nursing?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can you walk me through typical staffing levels on day, evening, and night shifts?" "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?" These questions are particularly relevant given the below-average staffing rating.
Is Massapequa Center Rehabilitation & Nursing Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, MASSAPEQUA CENTER REHABILITATION & NURSING has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in New York. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Massapequa Center Rehabilitation & Nursing Stick Around?
Staff at MASSAPEQUA CENTER REHABILITATION & NURSING tend to stick around. With a turnover rate of 20%, the facility is 25 percentage points below the New York average of 46%. Low turnover is a positive sign. It means caregivers have time to learn each resident's needs, medications, and personal preferences. Consistent staff also notice subtle changes in a resident's condition more quickly.
Was Massapequa Center Rehabilitation & Nursing Ever Fined?
MASSAPEQUA CENTER REHABILITATION & NURSING has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Massapequa Center Rehabilitation & Nursing on Any Federal Watch List?
MASSAPEQUA CENTER REHABILITATION & NURSING is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.