Occupancy rate
100%
In line with New York averagePrimarily long-term care, limited rehab
Most residents stay long-term, while a smaller portion are admitted for short-term rehab.
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CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Bronxcare Special Care Center
Nursing Home in Bronx
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Bronxcare Special Care Center
Bronxcare Special Care Center is part of the BronxCare Health System, the largest health system serving the South and Central Bronx. It offers a wide range of services including emergency medicine, comprehensive cancer care, women's health, and rehabilitation services. The center is committed to providing high-quality and accessible healthcare to the community.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
High-capacity home
May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.
Total beds
240
This home is often near full
That suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited.
Occupancy rate
99.8%
Residents per day (avg)
230
Occupancy rate
99.8%
Residents per day (avg)
230
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Long-term residence
Daily assistance
Occasional rehab needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
12% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
64% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
4 - 5 months
Medicaid
24% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$57.4M
Operating deficit
-$33.0K
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$57.4M
Operating deficit
-$33.0K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$20.4M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$37.1M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$57.5M
240-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with New York averageOccupied beds
240 / 240
Average residents
166 per day
Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusActive
CountyBronx
License Number7000364N
CMS Certification Number335753
Owner NameBronxcare Special Care Center (Not for Profit)
Specific ProgramsEmergency Medicine, Department of Medicine, Comprehensive Cancer Care, Women's Health, Surgery, Ear, Nose, and Throat, Orthopaedics, Anesthesiology, Ophthalmology, Pediatrics, Family Medicine, Radiology, Psychiatry, Dentistry, Medical Education, BronxCare Special Care Center, Pharmacy Department
Inspection History
In New York, the Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care performs unannounced onsite inspections to monitor compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations.
6 inspections
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
6 with citations, 0 without citations
New York average: 9 inspections (5 with citations)
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129 complaints
53.8 complaints per 100 occupied beds
New York average: 49.9 complaints per 100 occupied beds
Formal expressions of dissatisfaction or concern made by residents, or their families regarding various aspects of the care, services, and environment provided.
New York average: 79 complaints
Latest inspection
Date
August 14, 2025
Recertification25 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
New York average: 29 citations
42 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
New York average: 22 deficiencies
1
enforcement action
Penalties or interventions imposed by state regulators when facilities do not comply with quality, safety, or regulatory standards.
December 18, 2020 — Stipulation & Order #: NH-21-075
A formal agreement with the state to correct serious or repeated issues.
Inspection Report Summary for Bronxcare Special Care Center
The most recent inspection on August 14, 2025, identified deficiencies related to food temperatures during meal service, with several hot foods served below the required 140 degrees Fahrenheit. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of issues including failures in resident care notifications, abuse reporting, care planning, and medication management, as well as prior citations for abuse and neglect substantiated by complaint investigations. Inspectors cited problems with communication to families about resident conditions, delayed medical treatment, and inadequate abuse investigations, alongside ongoing food service concerns. Complaint investigations included substantiated cases of resident-to-resident and staff-to-resident abuse, with enforcement actions not listed in the available reports. The facility’s record shows persistent challenges in resident care and safety areas, with recent findings continuing some previously noted issues.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
3
New York average 3.6
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
Total health citations
10
New York average 18.5
Citations per inspection
3.33
New York average 5.05
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
9 of 10 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 10 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than New York averageNew York average: 0.2
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than New York averageNew York average: 0.2
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
10 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Aug 14, 2025
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Aug 14, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Jun 08, 2023
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Jun 08, 2023
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jun 08, 2023
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jun 08, 2023
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Jun 08, 2023
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Jun 08, 2023
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Compare Nursing Homes around Bronx The information below is reported by the New York State Department of Health.
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AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Bronx | 200 | 96.7% | +10% | 3.37 | -7% | -6% | 0 | 3 | 1.5 | 0 | 192 | - | - | - | $28.3M | $11.2M | 39.6% | 335373 | ||||
| The Plaza Rehab and Nursing Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Bronx (Fordham Manor) | 744 | 97.6% | +11% | 3.22 | +2% | -10% | 0 | 14 | 4.7 | 0 | 730 | A | 87 | Tcprnc, Llc (For Profit) | $153.2M | $35.5M | 23.1% | 335462 | ||||
| Bronx Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Bronx | 199 | 96.3% | +9% | 2.75 | +40% | -23% | 0 | 11 | 2.2 | 0 | 193 | - | - | Alvarez, Alfredo | $42.8M | $13.4M | 31.3% | 335775 | ||||
| Bronxcare Special Care Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Bronx | 240 | 99.8% | +13% | 3.20 | -10% | -11% | 0 | 10 | 3.3 | 0 | 230 | - | - | Colon, John | $56.4M | $20.4M | 36.1% | 335753 | ||||
| Bronx Center for Rehabilitation & Health Care | - |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Bronx | 200 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
153
Employees
123
Contractors
30
Staff to resident ratio
0.64:1
267% better than New York averageNew York average ratio: 0.18:1
Avg staff/day
82
Average shift
8 hours
0% compared with New York averageNew York average: 7.7 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
59,720
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
17
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
19
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
93
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.2 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.2 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
12%
7,137 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 20
Licensed Practical Nurse: 5
Registered Nurse: 4
Physical Therapy Aide: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 73 | 20 | 93 | 37,277 | 91 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 14 | 5 | 19 | 8,103 | 91 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Registered Nurse | 13 | 4 | 17 | 6,424 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,080 | 77 | 85% | 7.2 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,184 | 80 | 88% | 7 |
| Dental Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 789 | 64 | 70% | 6.9 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 2 | 0 | 2 | 740 | 63 | 69% | 7.3 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 510 | 44 | 48% | 6.6 |
| Occupational Therapist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 505 | 68 | 75% | 7.4 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 410 | 54 | 59% | 7.6 |
| Other Social Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 364 | 52 | 57% | 7 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 348 | 46 | 51% | 7.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 301 | 43 | 47% | 7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 294 | 43 | 47% | 6.8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 154 | 22 | 24% | 7 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 119 | 17 | 19% | 7 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 119 | 17 | 19% | 7 |
93 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
19 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
17 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
6 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
85%
3 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
88%
2 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
70%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
69%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
48%
1 Occupational Therapist
% of Days
75%
1 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
59%
1 Other Social Services Staff
% of Days
57%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
51%
1 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
47%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
47%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
24%
1 Administrator
% of Days
19%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
19%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
238
Medicare
9
3.8% of residents
Medicaid
118
49.6% of residents
Private pay or other
111
46.6% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
13.6
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
13.6
38% worse than New York averageNew York average: 9.8
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
19.9
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
19.9
10% worse than New York averageNew York average: 18.1
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
24.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
24.1%
46% worse than New York averageNew York average: 16.4%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
30.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
30.6%
85% worse than New York averageNew York average: 16.6%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
4.9%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
4.9%
77% better than New York averageNew York average: 21.4%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.3%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.3%
58% better than New York averageNew York average: 3.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.9%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.9%
In line with New York averageNew York average: 7.2%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.2%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.2%
18% better than New York averageNew York average: 1.4%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.2%
15% better than New York averageNew York average: 6.1%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.4%
98% better than New York averageNew York average: 18.1%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
14.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
14.5%
15% worse than New York averageNew York average: 12.6%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
60.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
60.3%
34% worse than New York averageNew York average: 91.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
87.9%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
87.9%
8% worse than New York averageNew York average: 95.2%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.61
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.61
6% better than New York averageNew York average: 1.71
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.96
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.96
45% worse than New York averageNew York average: 1.35
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
23.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
23.8%
69% worse than New York averageNew York average: 76.6%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
4.3%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
4.3%
235% worse than New York averageNew York average: 1.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
26.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
26.4%
67% worse than New York averageNew York average: 78.8%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
13.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
13.3%
35% better than New York averageNew York average: 20.6%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
7.2%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
7.2%
26% better than New York averageNew York average: 9.7%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than New York averageNew York average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
51.5%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
51.5%
In line with New York averageNew York average: 53.7%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Bronxcare Special Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
99.8%
↓ 0.1pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$33.0K
↓ ~$515.5K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$26.7M
↑ ~$889.2K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-0.1%
↓ 0.9pp vs 2022
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