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HomeNew YorkSafire Rehabilitation of Southtown, L L C

Safire Rehabilitation of Southtown, L L C

300 Dorrance Avenue, Buffalo, NY 142207165665252
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
120
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $10,489

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 4/5 stars (above average)

• Has 120 certified beds with an average of 115 residents per day (96% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 2 deficiencies (inspected Apr 26, 2024)

• Has been fined a total of $10,489 across 1 fine(s)

• Total nursing staff: 3.37 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 48.6%

• Part of the Sapphire Care Group chain (8 facilities)

Safire Rehabilitation of Southtown, L L C is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Buffalo, New York with 120 certified beds. It has been operating since 1983. The facility scored above average compared to New York facilities.

Beds
120
Avg Residents/Day
115
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
Apr 26, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2
Weighted Score
13.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (19)

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: 1
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: 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
F0686Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jan 30, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0694Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jan 30, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0698Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jan 30, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0804Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jan 30, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
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: 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: 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: May 25, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
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 25, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0609Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 25, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0676Potential for Harm

Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

Survey: May 25, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 25, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0686Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 25, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
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: May 25, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0886Potential for Harm

Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.

Survey: May 25, 2021Corrected: 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 Aide2.05 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN0.75 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.57 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing3.37 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total2.81 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.08 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
48.6%
RN Turnover
50.0%
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
STEINBERG, MOSHELIMITED PARTNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/ANov 9, 2015
PLATSCHEK, RICHARDOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 9, 2015

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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 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 2/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
Has Safire Rehabilitation of Southtown, L L C had any health inspection violations?▾
Safire Rehabilitation of Southtown, L L C had 2 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Apr 26, 2024). The facility has been fined a total of $10,489 across 1 fine(s).
What are the staffing levels at Safire Rehabilitation of Southtown, L L C?▾
Safire Rehabilitation of Southtown, L L C provides 3.37 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.57 RN hours, 0.75 LPN hours, and 2.05 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 48.6%.
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 115 residents per day, resulting in approximately 96% 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, there are 7 other nursing homes in Buffalo, New York with an average rating of 2.5/5. You can compare all facilities on the Buffalo nursing homes page.

Part of Sapphire Care Group

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