MEADOWBROOK CARE CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Meadowbrook Care Center has received an excellent Trust Grade of A, indicating it is highly recommended and performing well in overall care. It ranks #68 out of 594 nursing homes in New York, placing it in the top half of facilities statewide, and #5 out of 36 in Nassau County, meaning only a few local homes are better. The facility's trend is stable, with four issues identified in both 2022 and 2024, and it has not incurred any fines, which is a positive sign. Staffing is average with a 3/5 rating and a turnover rate of 24%, which is lower than the state average, suggesting staff are relatively stable. However, there are some concerns: a resident with a catheter did not receive required care to prevent infections, and there were discrepancies in the records of controlled medications, highlighting areas for improvement in their operational procedures.
- Trust Score
- A
- In New York
- #68/594
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Holding Steady
- Staff Stability ✓ Good
- 24% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 24 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 41 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
- 13 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 (24%) · 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 (24%)
24 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 13 deficiencies on record
Jul 2024
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pharmacy Services
(Tag F0755)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and interviews during the Recertification Survey initiated on 7/23/2024 and completed on 7/29/2024, the facility did not ensure that an account of all controlled d...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0838
(Tag F0838)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interviews during the Recertification Survey initiated on 7/23/2024 and completed on 7/29/2024, the f...
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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
Based on observation, record review, and interviews during the Recertification Survey initiated on 7/23/2024 and completed on 7/29/2024 the facility did not ensure that each resident's medical record ...
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MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
MDS Data Transmission
(Tag F0640)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interviews during the Recertification survey initiated on 7/23/2024 and completed on 7/29/2024, the facility did not ensure that all completed Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessm...
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Nov 2022
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and staff interviews during the Recertification Survey initiated on 11/7/2022 and completed on 11/14/2022, the facility did not ensure that all alleged violations involving abus...
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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
Based on record review and staff interviews during the Recertification Survey initiated on 11/7/2022 and completed on 11/14/2022 the facility did not ensure that accident were thoroughly investigated ...
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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 record review and staff interviews during the Recertification Survey initiated on 11/7/2022 and completed on 11/14/2022...
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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
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, record review, and interviews during the Recertification Survey and Abbreviated survey (Complaint # NY 00...
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Jan 2020
5 deficiencies
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 staff interview during the Recertification Survey the facility did not ensure an Acciden...
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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 observation, record review and staff interview during the Recertification Survey, the facility did not develop a person...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0676
(Tag F0676)
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, the facility did not ensure that resident...
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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
Based on observation, and staff interview during the Recertification Survey, the facility did not ensure that all drugs and biologicals were locked in compartments under proper temperature controls. T...
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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 staff interview during the Recertification Survey the facility did not ensure that an in...
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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 (90/100). 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.
- • 24% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 24 points below New York's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- • 13 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is Meadowbrook's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns MEADOWBROOK CARE CENTER 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 Meadowbrook Staffed?
CMS rates MEADOWBROOK CARE CENTER's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 24%, compared to the New York average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Meadowbrook?
State health inspectors documented 13 deficiencies at MEADOWBROOK CARE CENTER during 2020 to 2024. These included: 12 with potential for harm and 1 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates Meadowbrook?
MEADOWBROOK CARE CENTER 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 280 certified beds and approximately 260 residents (about 93% occupancy), it is a large facility located in FREEPORT, New York.
How Does Meadowbrook Compare to Other New York Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in New York, MEADOWBROOK CARE CENTER's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (24%) 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 Meadowbrook?
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 Meadowbrook Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, MEADOWBROOK CARE CENTER 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 Meadowbrook Stick Around?
Staff at MEADOWBROOK CARE CENTER tend to stick around. With a turnover rate of 24%, the facility is 22 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. Registered Nurse turnover is also low at 22%, meaning experienced RNs are available to handle complex medical needs.
Was Meadowbrook Ever Fined?
MEADOWBROOK CARE CENTER 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 Meadowbrook on Any Federal Watch List?
MEADOWBROOK CARE CENTER 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.