Premier Nursing and Rehab Center of Far Rockaway

Location & what’s nearby

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Nearest of each type, straight-line distance. Hospitals come from the CMS Hospital General Information registry; everything else from Overture Maps (public data). Hospital and park hours are typical — call ahead to confirm.

Quality measures — how residents actually fare

Quality-measure stars summarize outcomes CMS tracks from the assessments each home submits — avoidable hospitalizations and ER visits, falls with injury, pressure ulcers, unplanned weight loss, and long-term antipsychotic use. Because the underlying data is self-reported, weigh a high score against the independent inspection record. Long-stay = permanent residents; short-stay = rehab and post-hospital stays.

Short-stay rehab — if you are coming here from a hospital

Arriving from a hospital right now? Read the discharge guide → — your appeal rights, how to slow a rushed discharge, and what to ask about the numbers below.

36.8% of the Medicare patients who left this home got back to the community and stayed there for at least 31 days — which CMS reads as no different from the national rate. This is CMS’s risk-adjusted rate over 34 Medicare stays in Oct 2022–Sep 2024, and CMS’s own comparison — not ours.

Met the expected recovery: 50.6% of this home’s Medicare short-stay residents left it at or above the ability to care for themselves and move around that CMS predicted for them, across 83 stays in Oct 2024–Sep 2025. The median of the 11,061 homes CMS publishes this for is 56.6%. Read it beside the getting-home figure, not instead of it: unlike the two measures above, CMS makes no better-or-worse call on this one and publishes no confidence interval for it, so this is a comparison and not a verdict — but it is the short-stay measure that separates homes most, and the one to ask about.

Therapy staffing: this home’s payroll records show 0.27 therapist hours per resident per day in 2026Q1 — more than 41% of the 13,892 homes that report any therapy hours at all.

Weekend therapy: weekend therapy hours are 8% of this home’s weekday level — it runs some therapy at the weekend, at a lower level than on weekdays. The median home that reports therapy runs 13% — weekday-focused therapy is the industry norm, not a shortfall. But recovery does not pause on a Saturday: ask what the weekend actually looks like here.

This section is about rehab stays, not living here. Most of this page — the stars, the quality measures, the inspection record — describes the home the way a permanent resident experiences it. These figures describe the short Medicare stay after a hospital discharge: a hip, a stroke, a bad infection, six weeks and home. They are different residents, different staff, often a different wing. Therapy hours are per resident in the building, not per rehab patient — the count includes every long-stay resident, and they mostly get no therapy at all. So a home with a small rehab wing inside a large nursing population reads low here even if its rehab patients get plenty of therapy, and a mostly-rehab home reads high. Use it to compare homes doing similar work, ask what a rehab resident actually gets in a day, and remember that CMS does not publish therapy minutes per patient — nobody does.

Staffing

How full it usually is: this home is certified for 183 beds and averages 175.8 residents a day — about 96% occupied, or roughly 7 beds typically open. It runs essentially full — expect a waiting list. This is a CMS average, not live availability — no public source publishes real-time vacancies, and a home can be full the day you call. Confirm with the home, and if you need a Medicaid bed specifically, ask about that separately: a home with open beds may still not have an open Medicaid bed.

Against a benchmark — not a legal minimum. In May 2024 CMS finalized the first federal staffing floor for nursing homes: 3.48 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.55 RN hours and 2.45 nurse-aide hours. Its hour requirements never took effect and are no longer on the books. Homes had until 2026 (2027 if rural) to comply, and that deadline never arrived: a federal court vacated the hour requirements in April 2025 (CMS has appealed), Congress then barred enforcement until 2034, and CMS formally repealed them by rule effective February 2026. This home is not required to meet these numbers, and is not violating anything by missing them. We still show the comparison because the figures are CMS’s own published estimate of adequate staffing, which makes them a useful yardstick — but they are our benchmark, not federal law: this home’s total nurse staffing of 3.13 hrs/resident/day is below the 3.48-hour benchmark and RN staffing of 0.75 is at or above the 0.55-hour RN benchmark and nurse-aide staffing of 2.12 is below the 2.45-hour aide benchmark. What federal law does require today is unchanged: “sufficient” nursing staff for residents’ needs and an RN on duty at least 8 consecutive hours a day, 7 days a week (42 CFR 483.35). Those are judged by inspectors on site, not by these averages, so read this comparison alongside the inspection record rather than as a pass/fail.

Weekend coverage: total nurse staffing is 2.71 hrs/resident/day on weekends vs 3.30 on weekdays — 18% thinner on weekends. RN hours go from 0.83 to 0.57 per resident-day. (Payroll-based daily records; the national median home is 15% thinner on weekends.)

This home’s total nursing-staff turnover of 29% is below the national median of 45%.

Payroll-based (PBJ) staffing hours, as reported for Jan–Mar 2026 (CMS PBJ CY2026Q1) — the most recent quarter CMS has published, so they can lag a change of operator or staffing agency. Higher is generally better. Registered-nurse coverage and weekend staffing are the numbers families most often overlook — an RN on site matters most when something goes wrong, and coverage usually thins on weekends. High turnover means residents rarely see the same caregiver twice. One caveat: these are hours as reported, not adjusted for how sick or heavy-care this home’s residents are. CMS separately publishes a case-mix-adjusted view; we show the reported hours. A home caring for higher-acuity residents needs more hours to deliver the same care, so compare these figures against homes doing similar work, and read them next to the inspection record rather than alone.

Inspection trend

Deficiencies are fewer than at the previous inspection — improving. Fewer citations over time suggests a home is fixing problems; a rising count is a warning sign — though two surveys are a short record, and survey teams differ. These counts are from the standard annual health survey only; the full citation list below may also include findings from complaint investigations, so the two won’t always add up.

Inspection deficiencies

State health-inspection citations, most serious first. Each carries an F-code (the federal rule it cites, e.g. F-684 = quality of care) and a letter A–L marking how serious and how widespread the problem was — we translate that grid into the plain tiers shown here. Wording is the official federal description.

Each letter is a CMS scope-severity level; highlighted ones are where this home has citations. A–C = no harm found; D–F = potential for harm; G–I = actual harm; J–L = immediate jeopardy. Within each band the later letter is the more widespread finding (an isolated G is one resident; a widespread I is a pattern), so rightward and downward is worse.

17 citations, most serious first. The 10 most serious are shown; the remaining 7 are one tap away and print in full.

• Potential for harm · Ecited before2025-03-07 · tag F0584 — failed to keep a safe, clean, comfortable home — pattern
  Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
  What the surveyor found here — an excerpt from the official record, may be distressing

  NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY Based on observation, record review, and interviews during the Recertification Survey conducted from 03/02/2025 to 03/07/2025, the facility failed to maintain each resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike environment. This was evident in 3 (Units 2, 3, and 4) of 4 units observed. Specifically, resident's room, bathroom, and medical equipment were observed with dirt and rust, wheelchairs were soiled, peeled paints, and window treatments were not in good condition. The findings include but are not limited to: The facility policy titled Safe,Clean, Comfortable, and Homelike Environment dated 11/2024 documented it is the policy of the facility to provide a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike environment in such a manner to acknowledge and respect resident rights to the extent possible.The policy documented housekeeping staff will ensure the rooms and common areas are kept clean and sanitary. 1. During multiple observations from 03/02/2025 to 03/07/2025, the following were observed in Unit 2:…

  This is the beginning of the surveyor’s statement, cut to keep the page readable — the full 2567 continues past this point and often ends with the findings that matter most, such as whether an immediate jeopardy was removed before the surveyors left. The complete statement of deficiencies is a public record: request it from your state survey agency, or ask the home for its 2567 and plan of correction — it must make them available to residents and families.

  Resident Rights Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction
• Potential for harm · D2025-03-07 · tag F0583 — failed to protect personal privacy — isolated
  Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
  What the surveyor found here — an excerpt from the official record, may be distressing

  Based on observation, record review, and interview during the Recertification Survey from 03/02/2025 to 03/07/2025, the facility did not ensure residents' right to personal privacy and confidentiality of medical records were maintained. This was evident in 2 (Units 2 and 3) of 4 units observed. Specifically, licensed nurses left computer screens unlocked and unattended exposing private medical information during medication administration. The findings are: The undated facility policy titled Privacy Policy and Personal Health Information Pledge of Confidentiality documented the facility was committed to maintaining the highest level of confidentiality for resident information and Personal Health Information in accordance with the Healthcare Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. The policy stated it is every employee's responsibility to protect the confidentiality, privacy, and integrity of confidential resident information and Personal Health Information as required by law and professional ethics. 1. During medication pass observation in Unit 2 on 03/02/2025 at 9:31 AM,…

  This is the beginning of the surveyor’s statement, cut to keep the page readable — the full 2567 continues past this point and often ends with the findings that matter most, such as whether an immediate jeopardy was removed before the surveyors left. The complete statement of deficiencies is a public record: request it from your state survey agency, or ask the home for its 2567 and plan of correction — it must make them available to residents and families.

  Resident Rights Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction
• Potential for harm · D2025-03-07 · tag F0656 — failed to write and follow a full care plan — isolated
  Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
  What the surveyor found here — an excerpt from the official record, may be distressing

  NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY Based on observation, record review, and interview during the Recertification Survey conducted from 03/02/2025 to 03/07/2025, the facility did not ensure that a comprehensive person-centered care plan for each resident was developed and implemented, that includes measurable objectives and timeframes to meet a resident's medical, nursing, and mental and psychosocial needs. This was evident in 1 (Resident #95) of 4 residents reviewed for care planning out of 37 total sampled residents. Specifically, Resident #95 had no comprehensive care plan developed to address comfort/palliative care. The findings are: The facility's policy titled Comprehensive Care Plan with a revision date of 01/2023 documented it is the policy of the facility that residents will have a Comprehensive Care Plan completed in accordance with the federal and state requirements which includes measurable goals and time frames. Resident #95 had diagnoses that include Cancer, Anemia, and Hypertension. The Minimum Data Set assessment dated [DATE]…

  This is the beginning of the surveyor’s statement, cut to keep the page readable — the full 2567 continues past this point and often ends with the findings that matter most, such as whether an immediate jeopardy was removed before the surveyors left. The complete statement of deficiencies is a public record: request it from your state survey agency, or ask the home for its 2567 and plan of correction — it must make them available to residents and families.

  Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction
• Potential for harm · D2025-03-07 · tag F0688 — failed to keep residents mobile / prevent decline — isolated
  Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
  What the surveyor found here — an excerpt from the official record, may be distressing

  NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY Based on observation, record review, and interviews during the Recertification Survey conducted from 03/02/2025 to 03/07/2025, the facility did not ensure appropriate services, care, and equipment are provided to assure that residents with limited range of motion and mobility maintain or improve function based on the residents' clinical condition. This was evident in 3 of 3 residents reviewed for Limited Range of Motion out of 37 total sampled residents. Specifically, 1.) Resident #22 was observed without an abductor wedge as per physician's order. 2.) Resident #92 was observed with no bilateral heel protectors and Thoracic Lumbo Sacral Orthosis as per physician's order. The findings are: The facility's policy for Adaptive/Assistive Devices/Positioning Devices dated 01/2025 documented that residents will be supplied with adaptive/assistive/positioning devices that will enhance their quality of life and increase their ability to be independent in Activities of Daily Living. 1. Resident #22 was admitted to the…

  This is the beginning of the surveyor’s statement, cut to keep the page readable — the full 2567 continues past this point and often ends with the findings that matter most, such as whether an immediate jeopardy was removed before the surveyors left. The complete statement of deficiencies is a public record: request it from your state survey agency, or ask the home for its 2567 and plan of correction — it must make them available to residents and families.

  Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction
• Potential for harm · D2025-03-07 · tag F0761 — failed to label and store drugs safely — isolated
  Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
  What the surveyor found here — an excerpt from the official record, may be distressing

  Based on observation, record review, and interview during the Recertification Survey conducted from 03/02/2025 to 03/07/2025, the facility did not ensure that all medications and biologicals were stored properly. This was evident in 1 (Unit 2) of 4 units observed during Medication Administration Task. Specifically, medications were pre-poured and left unattended on the medication cart, and the medication cart was left unattended and unlocked. The findings are: The facility's policy titled Medication Administration dated January 2025 documented that it is the policy of the facility to handle, store, and administer medications in accordance with best practice standards, including but not limited to not leaving medications unattended on the medication cart and carts will be locked when not within view of the nurse. On 03/02/2025 at 9:31 AM, during medication pass observation on Unit 2, Licensed Practical Nurse #1 crushed and pre-poured the following medications for Resident #115: Gabapentin 100 milligram 2 tab, Calcium 600 milligram + D 600 milligram 1 tablet, Lisinopril 10 milligram,…

  This is the beginning of the surveyor’s statement, cut to keep the page readable — the full 2567 continues past this point and often ends with the findings that matter most, such as whether an immediate jeopardy was removed before the surveyors left. The complete statement of deficiencies is a public record: request it from your state survey agency, or ask the home for its 2567 and plan of correction — it must make them available to residents and families.

  Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction
• Potential for harm · D2025-03-07 · tag F0609 — failed to report abuse allegations — isolated
  Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
  What the surveyor found here — an excerpt from the official record, may be distressing

  NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY Based on record review and interview during the Recertification and Complaint Survey (NY00370559) conducted from 03/02/2025 to 03/07/2025, the facility did not ensure all alleged violations involving abuse were reported immediately, but not later than 2 hours after the allegations were made, to the State Survey Agency. This was evident in 1 (Resident #116) of 1 resident reviewed for Abuse out of 37 total sampled residents. Specifically, on 01/29/2025 at 05:55 AM, the Administrator was made aware that on 01/29/2025 at approximately 05:30 AM, Resident #7 was accused of hitting Resident #116 in the face with a nebulizer machine. The facility reported the abuse allegation to the New York State Department of Health on 01/29/2025 at 02:28 PM. The findings are: The facility policy titled Abuse Prohibition last reviewed in January 2025 documented that abuse is defined as the infliction of injury, unreasonable confinement, intimidation, punishment or exploitation with resulting physical harm, pain, or mental anguish. Any…

  This is the beginning of the surveyor’s statement, cut to keep the page readable — the full 2567 continues past this point and often ends with the findings that matter most, such as whether an immediate jeopardy was removed before the surveyors left. The complete statement of deficiencies is a public record: request it from your state survey agency, or ask the home for its 2567 and plan of correction — it must make them available to residents and families.

  Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction
• Potential for harm · E2023-07-03 · tag F0582 — pattern
  Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
  What the surveyor found here — an excerpt from the official record, may be distressing

  NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY Based on record review and interviews conducted during the recertification survey, the facility did not ensure appropriate liability and appeal notices were provided to Medicare beneficiaries. This was evident for 3 (Resident #114, 319 and # 419) of 3 residents reviewed for Beneficiary Protection Notification Rights out of a sample size of 36 residents. Specifically, the facility did not provide residents with the Notice of Medicare Non-Coverage (NOMNC) Form CMS-10123 at the termination of their Medicare Part A benefits to Resident #114, #319, and #419 at the completion of Medicare Part A coverage. The findings are: Policy titled Minimum Data Set (MDS) reviewed January 2023 contained a copy of the Notice of Medicare Non-Coverage form and an article from the Department of Health and Human Services. The article stated a NOMNC must be delivered by the Skilled Nursing Facility at the end of Part A stay or when all of the part B therapies are ending. Resident #319 was admitted to the facility its 12/9/22. The…

  This is the beginning of the surveyor’s statement, cut to keep the page readable — the full 2567 continues past this point and often ends with the findings that matter most, such as whether an immediate jeopardy was removed before the surveyors left. The complete statement of deficiencies is a public record: request it from your state survey agency, or ask the home for its 2567 and plan of correction — it must make them available to residents and families.

  Resident Rights Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction
• Potential for harm · Ecited before2023-07-03 · tag F0584 — failed to keep a safe, clean, comfortable home — pattern
  Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
  What the surveyor found here — an excerpt from the official record, may be distressing

  NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY Based on observation, record review, and interviews conducted during the recertification survey, the facility did not ensure residents were provided with a clean and homelike environment. This was observed on 3 out of 4 units (Units 2, 3, and 4). Specifically, windows were noted with missing blinds, closet doors were missing paint, radiator/ac units were rusty, dirty, and missing paint, bathrooms were missing tiles, bathroom ceilings missing parts, bathroom ceilings were noted with dried leak marks, privacy curtains were off the track, and baseboard covering missing leaving raw cement exposed. The findings are: The facility policy and procedure titled General Facility Maintenance reviewed January 2023 documented it is the policy of Premier Nursing and Rehab Center of Far Rockaway to provide a safe, comfortable, environment for residents and staff by maintaining the facility in good repair, in compliance with all applicable codes, and free of hazards. There is a maintenance log on each nursing unit for the…

  This is the beginning of the surveyor’s statement, cut to keep the page readable — the full 2567 continues past this point and often ends with the findings that matter most, such as whether an immediate jeopardy was removed before the surveyors left. The complete statement of deficiencies is a public record: request it from your state survey agency, or ask the home for its 2567 and plan of correction — it must make them available to residents and families.

  Resident Rights Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction
• Potential for harm · E2023-07-03 · tag F0657 — failed to keep the care plan current — pattern
  Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
  What the surveyor found here — an excerpt from the official record, may be distressing

  NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY Based on observation, record review, and interviews conducted during the recertification survey from 6/26/23 to 7/3/23, the facility did not ensure that the comprehensive care plans (CCP) were reviewed and revised after each assessment. This was evident for 3 (Resident #126, #80, and #128) of 36 total sampled residents. Specifically, The 1) CCP related to dementia care and unnecessary medication were not reviewed and revised for Resident #126, 2) multiple CCPs for Resident #80 were not reviewed and revised upon assessment, and 3) the CCP related to psychotropic medications was not reviewed and revised for Resident #128. The findings are: A facility policy titled Comprehensive Care Plan, reviewed 1/2023, documents It is the policy of Premier Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Far Rockaway that residents will have a CCP competed in accordance with the federal and state requirements. The CCP will be reviewed and revised periodically by the interdisciplinary team to reflect changes in the resident and the care…

  This is the beginning of the surveyor’s statement, cut to keep the page readable — the full 2567 continues past this point and often ends with the findings that matter most, such as whether an immediate jeopardy was removed before the surveyors left. The complete statement of deficiencies is a public record: request it from your state survey agency, or ask the home for its 2567 and plan of correction — it must make them available to residents and families.

  Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction
• Potential for harm · E2023-07-03 · tag F0812 — failed to store, cook, and serve food safely — pattern
  Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
  What the surveyor found here — an excerpt from the official record, may be distressing

  Based on observation, interview, and record review conducted during the recertification survey from 6/26/23 - 7/3/23, the facility did not ensure food was prepared, distributed, and served in accordance with professional standards for food service safety. This was observed during the Kitchen review. Specifically, cold sandwiches were observed being held at an unsafe temperature above 41 F. The findings are: A facility policy titled Food Temperatures dated 3/2023 documented it is the practice to ensure that all residents' meals are served at the appropriate temperatures. The Food Service Director/Supervisor will record temperatures of all food on the tray line. The Food Service Director/Supervisor/Designee will record the temperature of all items. The Food Service Director/ Supervisor will follow up with preparation procedures to assure compliance with meal service temperatures thereafter. On 6/30/23 at 11:21 AM, the lunch tray line service was observed. The Food Service Supervisor was observed bringing a pan of cheese sandwiches (on a pan of ice) to the tray line. The temperature of…

  This is the beginning of the surveyor’s statement, cut to keep the page readable — the full 2567 continues past this point and often ends with the findings that matter most, such as whether an immediate jeopardy was removed before the surveyors left. The complete statement of deficiencies is a public record: request it from your state survey agency, or ask the home for its 2567 and plan of correction — it must make them available to residents and families.

  Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction

“Cited before” means this same F-tag appears on at least one other survey date in the record we hold — counting complaint investigations as well as standard surveys, with no time limit. It is our own read of the data, not CMS’s: CMS uses repeat deficiency as a formal term tied to consecutive standard surveys, and that is a narrower test than this one. A tag marked here may or may not meet it.

Fines & penalties

No federal fines in the current CMS record.

Part of a chain

This home belongs to BENJAMIN LANDA — 48 facilities. Here is how its ratings compare with the chain’s average across all its homes: See the whole chain — ratings, flags, fines and finances →

A home rated well below its chain’s average can signal local problems; a chain with a low average across the board is a bigger pattern worth researching. CMS chain data under-reports private-equity and REIT ownership, so treat this as a floor, not the full picture.

Who owns this facility

CMS files one row per role, so the 7 rows in the source record cover these 4 parties — each is shown once here with every role it holds. Nothing is omitted.

Follow the money — this home’s finances

Where a nursing home’s revenue comes from and where it goes — including money paid to companies under the same ownership. Most consumer sites never show this; we reproduce it straight from the Medicare cost report.

About 74% of this home’s resident-days are paid by Medicaid, which reimburses well below the cost of care in most states. Heavily Medicaid-dependent homes run on thinner budgets — a context worth holding next to the staffing and inspection record, not a fault in itself. This home reported $3.0M paid to related parties — landlords or management companies under common ownership — equal to about 13% of its total expenses. Money routed to affiliated companies can leave a home’s own books looking lean while owners still profit; it is the mechanism regulators watch most closely in private-equity and REIT deals.

Source: CMS Healthcare Provider Cost Reporting Information System (HCRIS), Medicare cost report Form CMS-2540 · fiscal year 2023. Facilities self-file these reports; figures are unaudited and a year or two behind. A home with no Medicare cost report on file shows no figures here.

Cost & finances

Straight from this home’s Medicare cost report (CMS, FY2023). These are its operating economics — what it costs to run per resident-day and what it collects on average across Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay — not a private-pay quote. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on payer and room type, so ask the facility directly; a higher operating cost can reflect richer staffing or a sicker population. The cost-of-care planner shows regional benchmarks by care type.

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