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ELMHURST CARE CENTER INC

100 17 23RD AVENUE, EAST ELMHURST, NY 11369
Score: 87 / 100

Among nursing homes in New York, Elmhurst Care Center Inc stands out with an A grade and a score of 87 out of 100. It ranks in the 88th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

With 3.17 total nurse hours per resident per day, Elmhurst Care Center Inc falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.

Recent inspections identified 14 deficiencies at Elmhurst Care Center Inc. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

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 3.17 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.55 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.41 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.21 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.88 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.47 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

14
Total Deficiencies
Jul 2, 2024
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 1 Minor 🟠 13 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0584 Severity E
    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for d
    Jul 2, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0725 Severity E
    Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
    Jul 2, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
  • Tag 0732 Severity E
    Post nurse staffing information every day.
    Jul 2, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
  • Tag 0550 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    Jul 2, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0656 Severity D
    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    Jul 2, 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 9.4% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 1.0% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 14.6% 14.5% Average
Urinary tract infections 0.9% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 15.2% 14.0% Average
Excessive weight loss 3.8% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 9.0% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 87 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)

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
240
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jul 2, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
4