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HomeNew YorkSafire Rehabilitation Of Southtown, L L C

Safire Rehabilitation Of Southtown, L L C

300 Dorrance Avenue, Buffalo, NY 142207165665252Google Maps
3.1on Google(101 reviews)
2/5Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
120
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $10,489

How Safire Rehabilitation Of Southtown, L L C 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
2/5
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
3.44 hrs/day
NY average
3.62 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.48 hrs/day
NY average
0.71 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
43.4%
NY average
40.3%
Higher than 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 2/5 health inspection rating is below the New York average of 2.7/5.
Reported RN time is 0.48 hours per resident per day, below 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
5
deficiency citations
Inspected Apr 26, 2024
Most recent cycle
11
deficiency citations
Inspected Dec 9, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 6 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
Erie County 65+
175,697
18.5% of county
County Population
951,232
Erie County

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

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Safire Rehabilitation Of Southtown, L L C is a 2-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Buffalo, New York with 120 certified beds. It has been operating since 1983. Its overall CMS rating is 2 out of 5.

Beds
120
Avg Residents/Day
112.6
Ownership
For profit - Individual
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Aug 1, 1983
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Erie
Last Inspection
Dec 9, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
11
Weighted Score
70.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (22)

F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Apr 30, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0725Potential for Harm

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

Survey: Dec 9, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0804Potential for Harm

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Survey: Dec 9, 2025Corrected: 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: Dec 9, 2025Corrected: 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: Dec 9, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Dec 9, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0554Potential for Harm

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Survey: Dec 9, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0561Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

Survey: Dec 9, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: Dec 9, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 9, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0686Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Dec 9, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jan 27, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0803Potential for Harm

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

Survey: Jan 27, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0806Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

Survey: Jan 27, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0561Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

Survey: Apr 26, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0836Minimal Harm

Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.

Survey: Apr 26, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0925Potential for Harm

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Survey: Jan 30, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0686Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Jan 30, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0694Potential for Harm

Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

Survey: Jan 30, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0698Potential for Harm

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

Survey: Jan 30, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0804Potential for Harm

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Survey: Jan 30, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jan 30, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$10,489
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineJul 17, 2023
$10,489

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

Nurse Aide2.10 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.86 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.48 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.44 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.04 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.09 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
43.4%
RN Turnover
42.9%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Individual
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (7)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
ABRAMCZYK, SOLOMON5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual16%Nov 9, 2015
LANDA, JUDY5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual32%Nov 9, 2015
PLATSCHEK, RICHARD5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual32%Nov 9, 2015
SCHUCK, ROBERT5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual16%Nov 9, 2015
SAFIRE REHABILITATION OF SOUTHTOWNS LLC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Nov 9, 2015
PLATSCHEK, RICHARDOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 9, 2015
STEINBERG, MOSHELIMITED PARTNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/ANov 9, 2015

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Safire Rehabilitation Of Southtown, L L C and nearby alternatives.

All New York facilities
Safire Rehabilitation Of Southtown, L L C
Buffalo, NYCurrent facility
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $10,489
Mercy Hospital Skilled Nursing Facility
Lackawanna, NY3,168 ft
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Seneca Health Care Center
West Seneca, NY1.6 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $14,015
Garden Gate Health Care Facility
Cheektowaga, NY4.2 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Elderwood at Cheektowaga
Cheektowaga, NY5.2 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Highpointe on Michigan Health Care Facility
Buffalo, NY5.4 miAbuse flag
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $129,149
Ellicott Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
Buffalo, NY5.6 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $10,868
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Safire Rehabilitation Of Southtown, L L C
Buffalo, NY · Current facility
—2/52/53/5$10,489
Mercy Hospital Skilled Nursing Facility
Lackawanna, NY
3,168 ft5/54/54/5None recorded
Seneca Health Care Center
West Seneca, NY
1.6 mi3/53/52/5$14,015
Garden Gate Health Care Facility
Cheektowaga, NY
4.2 mi2/52/52/5None recorded
Elderwood at Cheektowaga
Cheektowaga, NY
5.2 mi2/52/52/5None recorded
Highpointe on Michigan Health Care Facility
Buffalo, NY
5.4 mi2/51/55/5$129,149
Ellicott Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
Buffalo, NY
5.6 mi1/51/51/5$10,868

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 Safire Rehabilitation Of Southtown, L L C?▾
Safire Rehabilitation Of Southtown, L L C has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 3/5. This facility is rated below average.
How much does Safire Rehabilitation Of Southtown, L L C 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). Safire Rehabilitation Of Southtown, L L C participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Safire Rehabilitation Of Southtown, L L C had any health inspection violations?▾
Safire Rehabilitation Of Southtown, L L C had 11 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Dec 9, 2025). The current CMS dataset records 1 fine(s) totaling $10,489.
What are the staffing levels at Safire Rehabilitation Of Southtown, L L C?▾
Safire Rehabilitation Of Southtown, L L C provides 3.44 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.48 RN hours, 0.86 LPN hours, and 2.10 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 43.4%.
How many beds does Safire Rehabilitation Of Southtown, L L C have?▾
Safire Rehabilitation Of Southtown, L L C has 120 certified beds with an average of 112.6 residents per day, resulting in approximately 94% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Individual owned and is part of the Sapphire Care Group chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Safire Rehabilitation Of Southtown, L L C?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in New York, including 2 in Buffalo. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Safire Rehabilitation Of Southtown, L L C?▾
On Google Maps, Safire Rehabilitation Of Southtown, L L C has a rating of 3.1 out of 5 based on 101 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 2/5.

Part of Sapphire Care Group

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