B

DOWNTOWN BROOKLYN NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER

520 PROSPECT PLACE, BROOKLYN, NY 11238
Score: 79 / 100

With a score of 79/100 and a B grade, Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a well-regarded option in Brooklyn, New York. The facility performs above average in most CMS categories, placing it in the 77th percentile statewide.

With 3.15 total nurse hours per resident per day, Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 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 18 deficiencies at Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for d.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ 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 3.15 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.99 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.15 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.01 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.73 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.73 0.7 Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

18
Total Deficiencies
Jun 26, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 17 Moderate 🔴 1 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0584 Severity L
    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for d
    Jun 26, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0835 Severity F
    Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
    Jun 26, 2025 · Administration Deficiencies
  • Tag 0695 Severity D
    Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    Apr 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0636 Severity D
    Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
    Jan 9, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0638 Severity D
    Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
    Jan 9, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning 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 5.0% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 1.8% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 4.3% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 0.8% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 7.0% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 8.8% 7.5% Worse
New/worsened incontinence 27.8% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

1 penalty recorded by CMS

Total fines: $37,650

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of B is based on a score of 79 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -5 pts
  • Fine deductions: -3 pts

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
320
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
No
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Apr 9, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2