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SAPPHIRE CENTER FOR REHAB & NURSING

35 15 PARSONS BLVD, FLUSHING, NY 11354
Score: 35 / 100

With a score of 35/100, Sapphire Center For Rehab & Nursing ranks in the bottom tier of New York nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.

With 3.23 total nurse hours per resident per day, Sapphire Center For Rehab & Nursing falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.

Recent CMS inspections identified 28 deficiencies at Sapphire Center For Rehab & Nursing, including 3 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: provide and implement an infection prevention and control program..

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 16 / 40 pts
2 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.23 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.95 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.13 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.15 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.99 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.73 0.7 Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

28
Total Deficiencies
May 5, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 1 Minor 🟠 24 Moderate 🔴 3 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0880 Severity D
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    May 5, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0559 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
    May 5, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0835 Severity E
    Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
    Dec 29, 2024 · Administration Deficiencies
  • Tag 0600 Severity J
    Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
    May 8, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0609 Severity J
    Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
    May 8, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 6.2% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 2.5% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 15.8% 14.5% Average
Urinary tract infections 0.0% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 8.3% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 5.4% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 15.8% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

1 penalty recorded by CMS

Total fines: $87,741

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 35 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -5 pts
  • Fine deductions: -8 pts

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Partnership
Certified Beds
227
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
May 5, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2