BERKSHIRE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Berkshire Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has a Trust Grade of C, which means it is average and sits in the middle of the pack among similar facilities. It ranks #377 out of 594 nursing homes in New York, placing it in the bottom half, and #34 out of 41 in Suffolk County, indicating limited options for better care nearby. Unfortunately, the facility is worsening, having gone from 3 issues in 2020 to 4 in 2024. Staffing is relatively stable with a turnover rate of 30%, which is better than the state average, but it only has an average RN coverage level. On the downside, there are concerning incidents, such as a resident who fell and fractured a leg due to insufficient assistance during a transfer, and failures to report and investigate allegations of resident abuse properly. These weaknesses highlight the need for families to carefully consider the risks alongside the facility's better staffing metrics.
- Trust Score
- C
- In New York
- #377/594
- Safety Record
- Moderate
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 30% 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 ○ Average
- Each resident gets 32 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for New York. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ○ Average
- 7 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 (30%)
18 points below New York average of 48%
Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Below New York average (3.1)
Below average - review inspection findings carefully
16pts below New York avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
Below median ($33,413)
Minor penalties assessed
The Ugly 7 deficiencies on record
Oct 2024
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 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
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
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 during the Abbreviated Survey (complaint #NY00347913) completed on 10/30/20...
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Aug 2024
3 deficiencies
1 Harm
SERIOUS
(G)
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 observation, record review, and interviews during the Recertification Survey initiated on 8/14/2024 and completed on 8/...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 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
Investigate Abuse
(Tag F0610)
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 a Recertification Survey and Abbreviated Survey (Complaint #NY 00322088) ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
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 8/14/2024 and complete...
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Sept 2020
3 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 staff interview during the Recertification Survey, the facility did not ensure each res...
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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 staff interviews during a Recertification survey, the Facility did not ensure that each Resident's co...
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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 observations and staff interviews conducted during a Recertification Survey completed on 9/24/20, the facility did not ...
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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
- • 30% turnover. Below New York's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • 7 deficiencies on record, including 1 serious (caused harm) violation. Ask about corrective actions taken.
- • Grade C (53/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
About This Facility
What is Berkshire Nursing & Rehabilitation Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns BERKSHIRE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER an overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which is considered below average nationally. Within New York, this rating places the facility higher than 0% of the state's 100 nursing homes. A rating at this level reflects concerns identified through health inspections, staffing assessments, or quality measures that families should carefully consider.
How is Berkshire Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Staffed?
CMS rates BERKSHIRE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER's staffing level at 2 out of 5 stars, which is below 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 Berkshire Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?
State health inspectors documented 7 deficiencies at BERKSHIRE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER during 2020 to 2024. These included: 1 that caused actual resident harm and 6 with potential for harm. Deficiencies causing actual harm indicate documented cases where residents experienced negative health consequences.
Who Owns and Operates Berkshire Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?
BERKSHIRE NURSING & REHABILITATION 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 175 certified beds and approximately 163 residents (about 93% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in WEST BABYLON, New York.
How Does Berkshire Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Compare to Other New York Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in New York, BERKSHIRE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER's overall rating (2 stars) is below the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (30%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (1 stars) is much below the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Berkshire Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?
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 Berkshire Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, BERKSHIRE NURSING & REHABILITATION 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 2-star overall rating and ranks #100 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 Berkshire Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Stick Around?
BERKSHIRE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER 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 Berkshire Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Ever Fined?
BERKSHIRE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER 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 Berkshire Nursing & Rehabilitation Center on Any Federal Watch List?
BERKSHIRE NURSING & REHABILITATION 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.