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HomeNew YorkBuena Vida Rehab and Nursing Center

Buena Vida Rehab and Nursing Center

48 Cedar Street, Brooklyn, NY 112217184556200
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
5/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
240
certified

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 5/5 stars (above average)

• Has 240 certified beds with an average of 229.5 residents per day (96% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 0 deficiencies (inspected Feb 28, 2024)

• No fines on record

• Total nursing staff: 3.47 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 25.2%

• Part of the Infinite Care chain (20 facilities)

Buena Vida Rehab and Nursing Center is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Brooklyn, New York with 240 certified beds. It has been operating since 2001. The facility scored above average compared to New York facilities.

Beds
240
Avg Residents/Day
229.5
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Mar 9, 2001
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Kings
Last Inspection
Feb 28, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
0
Weighted Score
7.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (11)

F0693Potential for Harm

Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

Survey: Apr 2, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0609Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Feb 28, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0656Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 21, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Dec 21, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Dec 21, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0656Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 22, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0550Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 13, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0637Potential for Harm

Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

Survey: May 13, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0757Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Survey: May 13, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0758Potential for Harm

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Survey: May 13, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: May 13, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.08 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN0.47 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.92 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing3.47 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total3.18 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.07 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
25.2%
RN Turnover
36.7%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (4)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
FBH HEALTHCARE GROUP LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization50%May 5, 2020
KOHN, ZEVI5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual40%May 5, 2020
ZELMAN, ELIEZER5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual10%May 5, 2020
BLUMENKRANTZ, DAVIDW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AMay 5, 2020

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Buena Vida Rehab and Nursing Center?▾
Buena Vida Rehab and Nursing Center has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 5/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
Has Buena Vida Rehab and Nursing Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Buena Vida Rehab and Nursing Center had 0 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Feb 28, 2024). The facility has no fines on record.
What are the staffing levels at Buena Vida Rehab and Nursing Center?▾
Buena Vida Rehab and Nursing Center provides 3.47 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.92 RN hours, 0.47 LPN hours, and 2.08 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 25.2%.
How many beds does Buena Vida Rehab and Nursing Center have?▾
Buena Vida Rehab and Nursing Center has 240 certified beds with an average of 229.5 residents per day, resulting in approximately 96% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the Infinite Care chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Buena Vida Rehab and Nursing Center?▾
Yes, there are 39 other nursing homes in Brooklyn, New York with an average rating of 3.5/5. You can compare all facilities on the Brooklyn nursing homes page.

Part of Infinite Care

This chain operates 20 facilities. View all →