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HomeNew YorkLong Island Care Center Inc

Long Island Care Center Inc

144-61 38th Avenue, Flushing, NY 113547189397500WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.1on Google(417 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
200
certified
Last health inspection was more than 2 years ago.

How Long Island Care Center Inc Compares in New York

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in New York. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
5/5
NY average
3.0/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
NY average
2.7/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
3/5
NY average
2.8/5
Close to state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.74 hrs/day
NY average
3.62 hrs/day
Close to state average
RN hours per resident
0.84 hrs/day
NY average
0.71 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
27.6%
NY average
40.3%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the New York average of 3.0/5.
Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the New York average of 2.7/5.
Reported RN time is 0.84 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.71.
Staff turnover is 27.6%, lower than the New York average of 40.3%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
9
deficiency citations
Inspected Mar 31, 2022
Most recent cycle
4
deficiency citations
Inspected Apr 24, 2024
The most recent cycle recorded 5 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$13,718/mo
New York median
Private Room
$14,904/mo
New York median
Queens County 65+
389,399
16.5% of county
County Population
2,360,826
Queens County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Long Island Care Center Inc is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Flushing, New York with 200 certified beds. It has been operating since 1969. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
200
Avg Residents/Day
186.7
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Oct 15, 1969
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Queens
Last Inspection
Apr 24, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
4
Weighted Score
25.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (13)

F0580Potential for Harm

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Survey: Dec 10, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0657Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 10, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Apr 24, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Apr 24, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0584Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Survey: Mar 31, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0604Potential for Harm

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Survey: Mar 31, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0657Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 31, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: Mar 31, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Mar 31, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0757Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 31, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
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: Mar 31, 2022Corrected: 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: Mar 31, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0600Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 2, 2024Corrected: 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 Aide2.31 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.59 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.84 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.74 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.39 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.09 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
27.6%
RN Turnover
48.8%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (4)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
MADEB, ISAAC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual14%Jan 1, 2010
NICHOLS, MICHAEL5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual11%Jan 1, 2010
LAUFER, ISSACW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJan 1, 2010
POMERANTZ, IRWINW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJan 30, 2015

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Long Island Care Center Inc and nearby alternatives.

All New York facilities
Long Island Care Center Inc
Flushing, NYCurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Elmhurst Care Center, Inc,
East Elmhurst, NY1,584 ft
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Sapphire Center for Rehab & Nursing
Flushing, NY2,640 ft
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $87,741
Waterview Nursing Care Center
Flushing, NY2,640 ft
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Woodcrest Rehab & Residential H C Center, L L C
Flushing, NY2,640 ft
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $13,985
Cliffside Rehab & Residential Health Care Center
Flushing, NY2,640 ft
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Cypress Garden Center for Nursing and Rehabilitati
Flushing, NY2,640 ft
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Long Island Care Center Inc
Flushing, NY · Current facility
—5/54/53/5None recorded
Elmhurst Care Center, Inc,
East Elmhurst, NY
1,584 ft4/54/53/5None recorded
Sapphire Center for Rehab & Nursing
Flushing, NY
2,640 ft2/51/51/5$87,741
Waterview Nursing Care Center
Flushing, NY
2,640 ft2/52/52/5None recorded
Woodcrest Rehab & Residential H C Center, L L C
Flushing, NY
2,640 ft3/53/52/5$13,985
Cliffside Rehab & Residential Health Care Center
Flushing, NY
2,640 ft4/54/53/5None recorded
Cypress Garden Center for Nursing and Rehabilitati
Flushing, NY
2,640 ft5/54/52/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Long Island Care Center Inc?▾
Long Island Care Center Inc has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Long Island Care Center Inc cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in New York is $13,718/month for a semi-private room and $14,904/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Long Island Care Center Inc participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Long Island Care Center Inc had any health inspection violations?▾
Long Island Care Center Inc had 4 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Apr 24, 2024). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Long Island Care Center Inc?▾
Long Island Care Center Inc provides 3.74 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.84 RN hours, 0.59 LPN hours, and 2.31 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 27.6%.
How many beds does Long Island Care Center Inc have?▾
Long Island Care Center Inc has 200 certified beds with an average of 186.7 residents per day, resulting in approximately 93% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Paragon Healthnet chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Long Island Care Center Inc?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in New York, including 5 in Flushing. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Long Island Care Center Inc?▾
On Google Maps, Long Island Care Center Inc has a rating of 4.1 out of 5 based on 417 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.

Part of Paragon Healthnet

This chain operates 11 facilities. View all →