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HomeNew YorkPeninsula Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Peninsula Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

50 15 Beach Channel Drive, Far Rockaway, NY 116917187342000WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.7on Google(124 reviews)
2/5Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
200
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $81,387

How Peninsula Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 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
2/5
NY average
3.0/5
Below state average
Health inspection rating
1/5
NY average
2.7/5
Below state average
Staffing rating
3/5
NY average
2.8/5
Close to state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.28 hrs/day
NY average
3.62 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
1.02 hrs/day
NY average
0.71 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
39.8%
NY average
40.3%
Close to state average

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

What the Data Highlights

Its 2/5 overall CMS rating is below the New York average of 3.0/5.
Its 1/5 health inspection rating is below the New York average of 2.7/5.
Reported nursing time is 3.28 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.62.
Reported RN time is 1.02 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.71.

Health Inspection Trend

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

Previous cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected Jul 28, 2022
Most recent cycle
7
deficiency citations
Inspected Jul 3, 2024
The most recent cycle recorded 5 more 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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Peninsula Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a 2-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Far Rockaway, New York with 200 certified beds. It has been operating since 1973. Its overall CMS rating is 2 out of 5.

Beds
200
Avg Residents/Day
177.3
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Apr 18, 1973
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Both
County
Queens
Last Inspection
Jul 3, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
7
Weighted Score
91.3
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (16)

F0689Immediate Jeopardy

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Oct 31, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Actual Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Oct 31, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Oct 31, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jul 3, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0582Potential for Harm

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Survey: Jul 3, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0711Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 3, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0791Potential for Harm

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

Survey: Jul 3, 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: Jul 28, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0679Potential for Harm

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Survey: Jul 28, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0550Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 14, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Aug 14, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
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: Aug 14, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
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: Aug 14, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 14, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Aug 14, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
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: Aug 14, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$81,387
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineOct 31, 2025
$81,387

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

Nurse Aide1.99 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.27 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.02 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.28 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total2.92 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.09 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
39.8%
RN Turnover
30.4%
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 (8)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
BRUNNER, JOSEPH5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual38%Jul 6, 2012
FRIEDMAN, LEOPOLD5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual25%Jul 6, 2012
MELNICKE, MICHAEL5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual38%Jul 6, 2012
SKUTZKA, ALEXANDERW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AApr 8, 2014
BRUNNER, JOSEPHCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJul 6, 2012
FRIEDMAN, LEOPOLDCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJul 6, 2012
MELNICKE, MICHAELCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJul 6, 2012
DEROSA, ANTHONYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 6, 2012

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Peninsula Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and nearby alternatives.

All New York facilities
Peninsula Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Far Rockaway, NYCurrent facility
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $81,387
Far Rockaway Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
Far Rockaway, NY0 ft
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Bezalel Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Far Rockaway, NY0 ft
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Beach Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Far Rockaway, NY0 ftAbuse flag
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Premier Nsg & Rehab Center of Far Rockaway
Far Rockaway, NY1,056 ft
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Queens Nassau Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Far Rockaway, NY2,112 ft
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $9,318
Haven Manor Health Care Center, LLC
Far Rockaway, NY2,640 ft
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Peninsula Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Far Rockaway, NY · Current facility
—2/51/53/5$81,387
Far Rockaway Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
Far Rockaway, NY
0 ft4/53/52/5None recorded
Bezalel Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Far Rockaway, NY
0 ft3/53/53/5None recorded
Beach Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Far Rockaway, NY
0 ft2/52/52/5None recorded
Premier Nsg & Rehab Center of Far Rockaway
Far Rockaway, NY
1,056 ft3/53/53/5None recorded
Queens Nassau Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Far Rockaway, NY
2,112 ft2/52/52/5$9,318
Haven Manor Health Care Center, LLC
Far Rockaway, NY
2,640 ft1/52/52/5None 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 Peninsula Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?▾
Peninsula Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 1/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated below average.
How much does Peninsula Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 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). Peninsula Nursing and Rehabilitation Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Peninsula Nursing and Rehabilitation Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Peninsula Nursing and Rehabilitation Center had 7 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jul 3, 2024). The current CMS dataset records 1 fine(s) totaling $81,387.
What are the staffing levels at Peninsula Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?▾
Peninsula Nursing and Rehabilitation Center provides 3.28 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.02 RN hours, 0.27 LPN hours, and 1.99 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 39.8%.
How many beds does Peninsula Nursing and Rehabilitation Center have?▾
Peninsula Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has 200 certified beds with an average of 177.3 residents per day, resulting in approximately 89% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the Cassena Care chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Peninsula Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in New York, including 6 in Far Rockaway. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Peninsula Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?▾
On Google Maps, Peninsula Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 based on 124 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 2/5.

Part of Cassena Care

This chain operates 13 facilities. View all →