MARGARET TIETZ CENTER FOR NURSING CARE INC
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
The Margaret Tietz Center for Nursing Care Inc has a Trust Grade of B+, which means it is above average and recommended for families considering care options. It ranks #64 out of 594 nursing homes in New York, placing it in the top half of facilities statewide, and #6 out of 57 in Queens County, indicating that only five local options are better. The facility is improving, with a decrease in issues from three in 2022 to two in 2024. Staffing appears to be a strength, with a 3/5 star rating and a turnover rate of 32%, which is lower than the state average, suggesting that staff members are stable and familiar with the residents. However, there have been some concerning incidents, including a serious case where a resident required emergency medical attention after being transferred without the necessary mechanical lift, resulting in a laceration that needed stitches. Additionally, care plans for residents were not always updated accurately, which could lead to potential risks. Overall, while there are strengths in staffing and care quality, families should be aware of the specific incidents and ongoing improvements needed.
- Trust Score
- B+
- In New York
- #64/594
- Safety Record
- Moderate
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 32% turnover. Near New York's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- $8,512 in fines. Lower than most New York facilities. Relatively clean record.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 77 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than 97% of New York nursing homes. RNs are the most trained staff who catch health problems before they become serious.
- Violations ○ Average
- 6 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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5-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 (32%)
16 points below New York average of 48%
Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
14pts below New York avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
Below median ($33,413)
Minor penalties assessed
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 6 deficiencies on record
May 2024
2 deficiencies
1 Harm
SERIOUS
(G)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on staff interview and record review conducted during the Recertification and Complaint Survey (NY00325508) from 05/21/202...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview conducted during the Recertification Survey from 05/21/2024 to 05/29/2024, the facility did...
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May 2022
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interviews conducted during the Recertification survey from 5/9/2022 to 5/13/2022, the facility did n...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interviews conducted during the Recertification Survey from 5/9/2022 to 5/13/2022, the facility did n...
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review during the Recertification & Complaint Survey (NY00284843) conducted from 5/9...
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Sept 2019
1 deficiency
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 interviews during the re-certification survey, the facility did not ensure infect...
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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 B+ (83/100). Above average facility, better than most options in New York.
- • 32% turnover. Below New York's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • 6 deficiencies on record, including 1 serious (caused harm) violation. Ask about corrective actions taken.
About This Facility
What is Margaret Tietz Center For Nursing Care Inc's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns MARGARET TIETZ CENTER FOR NURSING CARE INC 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 Margaret Tietz Center For Nursing Care Inc Staffed?
CMS rates MARGARET TIETZ CENTER FOR NURSING CARE INC's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 32%, compared to the New York average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Margaret Tietz Center For Nursing Care Inc?
State health inspectors documented 6 deficiencies at MARGARET TIETZ CENTER FOR NURSING CARE INC during 2019 to 2024. These included: 1 that caused actual resident harm and 5 with potential for harm. Deficiencies causing actual harm indicate documented cases where residents experienced negative health consequences.
Who Owns and Operates Margaret Tietz Center For Nursing Care Inc?
MARGARET TIETZ CENTER FOR NURSING CARE INC is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by CASSENA CARE, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 200 certified beds and approximately 189 residents (about 94% occupancy), it is a large facility located in JAMAICA, New York.
How Does Margaret Tietz Center For Nursing Care Inc Compare to Other New York Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in New York, MARGARET TIETZ CENTER FOR NURSING CARE INC's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (32%) 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 Margaret Tietz Center For Nursing Care 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 Margaret Tietz Center For Nursing Care Inc Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, MARGARET TIETZ CENTER FOR NURSING CARE 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 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 Margaret Tietz Center For Nursing Care Inc Stick Around?
MARGARET TIETZ CENTER FOR NURSING CARE INC has a staff turnover rate of 32%, 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 Margaret Tietz Center For Nursing Care Inc Ever Fined?
MARGARET TIETZ CENTER FOR NURSING CARE INC has been fined $8,512 across 1 penalty action. This is below the New York average of $33,164. While any fine indicates a compliance issue, fines under $50,000 are relatively common and typically reflect isolated problems that were subsequently corrected. Families should ask what specific issues led to these fines and confirm they've been resolved.
Is Margaret Tietz Center For Nursing Care Inc on Any Federal Watch List?
MARGARET TIETZ CENTER FOR NURSING CARE 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.