D66

SAPPHIRE CENTER FOR REHAB & NURSING

Grade D 66/100 composite score

For profit - Partnership

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
2/5
Health Insp.
1/5
Quality
5/5
Staffing
3/5
RN Staffing
Not rated

Certified Beds

227

Ownership

For profit - Partnership

Total Fines

$87,741

Last Survey

N/A

35 15 PARSONS BLVD, FLUSHING, NY 11354
7189613500

Get Pricing & Availability for SAPPHIRE CENTER FOR REHAB & NURSING

Request current pricing, availability, and tour information from SAPPHIRE CENTER FOR REHAB & NURSING in FLUSHING, New York.

Staffing Hours & Turnover

Hours per Resident per Day (PBJ)

RN
0.91h
LPN
0.13h
CNA
2.07h
Total
3.10h
Facility
State Average

Turnover Rates

RN Turnover
N/A
Total Nurse Turnover
N/A
Admin Turnover
N/A

Ownership

HERSH, DEENA

Individual5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTSince Jan 2015

35%

PLATSCHEK, RICHARD

Individual5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTSince Jan 2015

65%

ENELLA, JEROME

IndividualW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEESince Jan 2015

Penalties & Fines (1)

$87,741total fines
DateTypeDescriptionAmount
May 9, 2024Fine$87,741

Health Inspection Deficiencies (28)

May 6, 2025Health2 deficiencies
0559DMinimal harm, Isolated

Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Jun 30, 2025
0880DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected Jun 30, 2025
December 30, 2024Health1 deficiency
0835EMinimal harm, Pattern

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Administration Deficiencies

Corrected Feb 11, 2025
May 9, 2024Health13 deficiencies3 severe
0550EMinimal harm, Pattern

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Jun 19, 2024
0552EMinimal harm, Pattern

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Jun 19, 2024
0583EMinimal harm, Pattern

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Jun 19, 2024
0657EMinimal harm, Pattern

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Jun 19, 2024
0679EMinimal harm, Pattern

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Jun 19, 2024
0880EMinimal harm, Pattern

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected Jun 19, 2024
0600JImmediate jeopardy, Isolated

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Jun 19, 2024
0609JImmediate jeopardy, Isolated

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Jun 19, 2024
0610JImmediate jeopardy, Isolated

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Jun 19, 2024
0730FMinimal harm, Widespread

Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected Jun 19, 2024
0640BNo harm, Pattern

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Jun 19, 2024
0835FMinimal harm, Widespread

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Administration Deficiencies

Corrected Jun 19, 2024
0947FMinimal harm, Widespread

Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected Jun 19, 2024
November 21, 2023Health2 deficiencies
0657DMinimal harm, Isolated

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 12, 2023
0661DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 12, 2023
October 31, 2022Health10 deficiencies
0558DMinimal harm, Isolated

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 30, 2022
0583EMinimal harm, Pattern

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 30, 2022
0641DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 30, 2022
0645DMinimal harm, Isolated

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 30, 2022
0655EMinimal harm, Pattern

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 30, 2022
0657EMinimal harm, Pattern

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 30, 2022
0711DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 30, 2022
0812FMinimal harm, Widespread

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 30, 2022
0656DMinimal harm, Isolated

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 30, 2022
0685DMinimal harm, Isolated

Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 30, 2022

Request Information from SAPPHIRE CENTER FOR REHAB & NURSING

Get pricing, schedule a tour, or ask about availability.

Request information from SAPPHIRE CENTER FOR REHAB & NURSING

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CareGrader rating for SAPPHIRE CENTER FOR REHAB & NURSING?

SAPPHIRE CENTER FOR REHAB & NURSING in FLUSHING, New York has a CareGrader grade of D (Below Average), with a composite score of 66.3 out of 100. This grade is based on health inspections, staffing levels, quality measures, and penalty history from official CMS government data.

What is the CMS star rating for SAPPHIRE CENTER FOR REHAB & NURSING?

SAPPHIRE CENTER FOR REHAB & NURSING has an overall CMS star rating of 2 out of 5, a health inspection rating of 1/5, and a staffing rating of 3/5. CareGrader combines this with additional data to calculate an A-F grade.

How many health deficiencies does SAPPHIRE CENTER FOR REHAB & NURSING have?

SAPPHIRE CENTER FOR REHAB & NURSING has 28 health deficiencies on record from CMS health inspection surveys. Deficiencies are rated from A (minimal harm potential) to L (immediate jeopardy, widespread). View the full inspection timeline above for details on each deficiency.

Has SAPPHIRE CENTER FOR REHAB & NURSING been fined?

Yes. SAPPHIRE CENTER FOR REHAB & NURSING has $87,741 in total fines from CMS enforcement actions across 1 penalty.

How many beds does SAPPHIRE CENTER FOR REHAB & NURSING have?

SAPPHIRE CENTER FOR REHAB & NURSING has 227 certified beds with approximately 215 current residents (95% occupancy). The facility is located at 35 15 PARSONS BLVD, FLUSHING, New York 11354. It is a for profit - partnership facility.

Data Disclaimer

Inspection data, staffing levels, and star ratings are sourced from CMS Medicare Nursing Home Compare and are largely self-reported by facilities. A 2019 GAO study found that 43% of facilities under-reported falls. CareGrader provides this data for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with CMS or Medicare. Always visit facilities in person before making a decision.