ELMHURST CARE CENTER INC
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Elmhurst Care Center Inc has a Trust Grade of B, indicating it is a good option for families considering nursing homes, though not the best available. Ranking #166 out of 594 in New York places it in the top half of facilities in the state, and it is #16 out of 57 in Queens County, meaning there are only a few better local options. However, the facility is experiencing a concerning trend, worsening from 5 issues in 2022 to 6 in 2024, which raises flags about ongoing compliance. Staffing is rated average with a 3/5 star rating, and a turnover rate of 30% is below the state average, suggesting that many staff members remain, but there are reports of short staffing, particularly on weekends. Notably, there were no fines on record, which is a positive sign. On the downside, there are specific concerns highlighted by inspectors, including inadequate housekeeping and maintenance, such as stained furniture and dirty dining areas. Additionally, several staff reported a lack of sufficient nursing staff, which could impact the care residents receive. Lastly, the facility failed to post nurse staffing information in a visible location, limiting residents' and families' ability to stay informed about available care. Overall, while there are strengths in staffing retention and no fines, the rising number of issues and maintenance concerns should be carefully considered by families.
- Trust Score
- B
- In New York
- #166/594
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 30% turnover. Near New York's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- 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
- 14 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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4-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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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 below average (30%)
18 points below New York average of 48%
Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
15pts below New York avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
The Ugly 14 deficiencies on record
Jul 2024
6 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, and interview during the re-certification survey, the facility did not ensure that each res...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews, and record reviews conducted during the Recertification Survey, the facility did not ensure t...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation and interview during the Recertification survey, the facility did not ensure that housekeeping and maintena...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0725
(Tag F0725)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interviews conducted during the Recertification and Abbreviated survey (NY00342009) from 6/26/24 to 7...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Staffing Information
(Tag F0732)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observations and interviews conducted during the Recertification Survey from 06/26/2024 to 07/03/2024, the facility did not ensure that the nurse staffing information was posted appropriately...
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MINOR
(C)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Deficiency F0577
(Tag F0577)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
Based on observations, record review, and interviews conducted during the Recertification Survey from 06/26/2024 to 07/03/2024, the facility did not ensure that the survey results were posted in a pla...
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Sept 2022
5 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0557
(Tag F0557)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation and staff interviews conducted during the Recertification Survey from 9/19/22 to 9/27/22, the facility did ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and staff interview conducted during a Recertification survey from 9/19/22 to 9/27/22, the facility did not ensure that each portion of the MDS assessment accurately reflect the...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interviews and record review conducted during the Recertification survey from 9/19/22 to 9/27/22, the facility did not ensure that a Comprehensive Care Plan (CCP) that includes measurable obj...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0688
(Tag F0688)
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 from 9/19/2022 to 9/27/2022, the fa...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
MDS Data Transmission
(Tag F0640)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and staff interview conducted during the Recertification survey from 9/19/22 to 9/27/22, the facility did...
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Dec 2019
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0658
(Tag F0658)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, and interview during the recertification survey, the facility did not ensure that services ...
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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 observation, record review, and interview during the recertification survey, the facility did not ensure that residents...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility did not ensure that the resident's environment remained free of accident hazards. Specifically, the floor tiles at the foot of the bed ...
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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
- • 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.
- • 30% turnover. Below New York's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • 14 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is Elmhurst Inc's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns ELMHURST CARE CENTER INC an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered 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 Elmhurst Inc Staffed?
CMS rates ELMHURST CARE CENTER INC's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 30%, compared to the New York average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Elmhurst Inc?
State health inspectors documented 14 deficiencies at ELMHURST CARE CENTER INC during 2019 to 2024. These included: 13 with potential for harm and 1 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates Elmhurst Inc?
ELMHURST CARE CENTER INC 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 240 certified beds and approximately 225 residents (about 94% occupancy), it is a large facility located in EAST ELMHURST, New York.
How Does Elmhurst Inc Compare to Other New York Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in New York, ELMHURST CARE CENTER INC's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (30%) 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 Elmhurst Inc?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "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?"
Is Elmhurst Inc Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, ELMHURST CARE CENTER INC 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 4-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 Elmhurst Inc Stick Around?
ELMHURST CARE CENTER INC has a staff turnover rate of 30%, which is about average for New York nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Elmhurst Inc Ever Fined?
ELMHURST CARE CENTER INC 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 Elmhurst Inc on Any Federal Watch List?
ELMHURST CARE CENTER INC 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.