Beechtree Center For Rehabilitation & Nursing
Beechtree Center For Rehabilitation & Nursing is a Nursing Home in New York State
Beechtree Center For Rehabilitation… is a Nursing Home in New York State
Beechtree Center For Rehabilitation & Nursing
Beechtree Center For Rehabilitation & Nursing is a Nursing Home in New York State
Beechtree Center For Rehabilitation… is a Nursing Home in New York State
Beechtree Center is a distinguished 120-bed skilled nursing residence and rehabilitation center located in downtown Ithaca, New York. Providing 24-hour skilled nursing care, this community ensures a secure and engaging environment where each resident is treated with utmost dignity and respect. Beechtree Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing takes pride in consistently delivering the highest level of customer satisfaction. The center addresses physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs, striving to create a home-like environment that cares for everyone.
Beechtree embraces the concept of Person-Centered Care, prioritizing the importance of quality of life alongside quality of care. Their devoted staff partners closely with residents and their families, aiming to achieve and maintain the highest quality of life for every individual. From waking up early to choosing the timing of showers or baths, Beechtree endeavors to accommodate individual preferences, allowing residents and staff to make decisions collaboratively. The center also offers restaurant-style dining, serving freshly prepared food, adding to the overall comfort and home-like atmosphere that they provide for seniors.
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This nursing home maintains occupancy well above most state peers, signaling sustained demand. The property runs a smaller bed inventory than most peers, focusing on a more intimate census. Resident stays are comparable to other state facilities, implying stable turnover.
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Home revenue sits below most peers, indicating modest billing throughput. Payroll costs fall below most facilities, hinting at lean staffing budgets. Total income mirrors statewide norms, reflecting a balanced margin profile.
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Medicare nights track the statewide midpoint, keeping volumes steady. Medicaid nights are roughly in line with the state middle third, maintaining a balanced safety-net share. Private pay nights hover around the statewide average, supporting a diversified mix.
Occupancy
Finance
Percentage of home revenue spent on payroll costs.
House Specifics:
OperationsQuality Ratings
CMS 5-star rating based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
Rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Quality Measures rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Medicaid, Medicare & Private
Number of resident nights paid by Medicare for short-term or rehab care.
Resident nights covered by Medicaid for long-term care or support services.
Nights paid privately by residents or families, without Medicare/Medicaid coverage.
About this community
Additional licensing details
Ownership & operating entity
Beechtree Center For Rehabilitation & Nursing is legally operated by BTRNC, LLC (For Profit).
Types of Care at Beechtree Center For Rehabilitation & Nursing
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.
7 visits/inspections
16 complaint inspections
Results
5 with citations
2 without citations
New York average: 37 complaint visits
New York average: 0 inspections
81 complaints
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: 111 complaints
36 citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
New York average: 29 citations
3 enforcement actions
Penalties or interventions imposed by state regulators when facilities do not comply with quality, safety or regulatory standards.
July 7, 2022:
Stipulation & Order #: NH-23-002
December 30, 2020:
Stipulation & Order #: NH-21-144
August 21, 2012:
Stipulation & Order #: NH-16-173
Inspection Report Summary for Beechtree Center For Rehabilitation & Nursing
During the reporting period the facility received a total of 36 citations of any kind, comprising 21 standard health citations and 15 Life Safety Code citations. Five inspections resulted in citations, while two inspections yielded no citations. The citation summary also indicates 14 complaints‑related citations, although the category totals listed for complaints (Administration 0, Dietary 0, Other 0, Physical 0, Quality 3, Resident Rights 2, Total 5) do not sum to the stated 14, a discrepancy that is noted but not reconciled.
The inspection on November 17, 2023 produced the largest number of cited items, with 23 citations in total. Standard health deficiencies included inadequate ADL care for dependent residents, deficiencies in food procurement and preparation, unresolved grievances, ineffective pest control, nutrition and hydration status maintenance, issues with the palatability and temperature of food, quality‑of‑care lapses, violations of resident rights, lack of routine or emergency dental services, and a generally unsafe or unclean environment. Life Safety Code deficiencies identified that day encompassed problems with alcohol‑based hand‑rub dispensers, electrical equipment and testing, essential electrical systems, exit signage, fire‑alarm system testing, hazardous area enclosures, portable space heaters, sprinkler system maintenance, smoke‑barrier subdivisions, and vertical opening enclosures.
Complaint metrics for the period from August 1, 2021 to July 31, 2025 show that the facility received 81 complaints, equating to 72.8 complaints per 100 occupied beds. Sixty‑seven percent of complaints represented facility‑reported incidents (57.0 % of all complaints). Sixteen complaint‑related on‑site inspections were conducted, and 14 complaints‑related citations were issued, corresponding to 12.6 citations per 100 occupied beds. The complaints‑related citation breakdown lists 3 citations for quality of care and 2 for resident rights, with no citations recorded under administration, dietary services, other services, or physical environment.
Enforcement actions taken against the facility during the period September 1, 2015 through August 31, 2025 include three stipulations and orders. Stipulation & Order NH‑23‑002, issued January 9, 2023, imposed a fine of $10,000 for quality‑of‑care deficiencies. Stipulation & Order NH‑21‑144, issued April 5, 2021, imposed a fine of $10,000 for multiple deficiencies. Stipulation & Order NH‑16‑173, issued June 14, 2016, imposed a fine of $10,000 for multiple deficiencies. All enforcement actions are recorded with the exact dates and fine amounts as provided.
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 16 | 7.6 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 31 | 7.8 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 57 | 7.8 | No |
Staff by Category
Contractor Analysis
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 57 | 0 | 57 | 18,217 | 91 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 19 | 12 | 31 | 6,852 | 91 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Physical Therapist | 13 | 0 | 13 | 3,927 | 91 | 100% | 6.5 |
| Registered Nurse | 16 | 0 | 16 | 3,375 | 90 | 99% | 7.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 9 | 0 | 9 | 2,996 | 91 | 100% | 7 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 20 | 0 | 20 | 2,493 | 83 | 91% | 6.7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 8 | 0 | 8 | 1,905 | 66 | 73% | 6.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,628 | 68 | 75% | 6.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,263 | 64 | 70% | 7.6 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 945 | 65 | 71% | 8.1 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 887 | 64 | 70% | 7.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 749 | 67 | 74% | 11.2 |
| Dietitian | 4 | 0 | 4 | 713 | 71 | 78% | 7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 621 | 75 | 82% | 6.7 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 488 | 61 | 67% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 476 | 60 | 66% | 7.9 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Aug 2021 – Aug 2025)
Citation Severity Distribution
Top Deficiency Categories
Citation Sources
State Comparison (NY)
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 29, 2025 | D | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Aug 29, 2025 | D | Nutrition | F0803 | Corrected |
| Aug 29, 2025 | E | Nutrition | F0804 | Corrected |
| Aug 29, 2025 | F | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Aug 29, 2025 | D | Pharmacy | F0761 | Corrected |
| Aug 29, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Nov 17, 2023 | D | Environmental | F0925 | Corrected |
| Nov 17, 2023 | E | Nutrition | F0804 | Corrected |
| Nov 17, 2023 | D | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Nov 17, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0677 | Corrected |
| Nov 17, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Nov 17, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0692 | Corrected |
| Nov 17, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0790 | Corrected |
| Nov 17, 2023 | D | Resident Rights | F0550 | Corrected |
| Nov 17, 2023 | E | Resident Rights | F0584 | Corrected |
| Nov 17, 2023 | D | Resident Rights | F0585 | Corrected |
| Aug 09, 2021 | D | Nutrition | F0805 | Corrected |
| Aug 09, 2021 | D | Nutrition | F0810 | Corrected |
| Aug 09, 2021 | E | Quality of Care | F0692 | Corrected |
| Aug 09, 2021 | D | Resident Rights | F0560 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Resident Census by Payment Source
Specialized Care Beds
Programs & Services
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Quality Measures
CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.
Short-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for New York Seniors
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, New York resident, Medicaid- eligible, care need (not necessarily nursing home level).
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $30,182 (individual, higher due to NY Medicaid expansion).
- NY Specifics: Higher asset limit; urban density increases demand.
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite care (240 hours/year), home modifications ($1,500 avg.), assistive technology ($500 avg.).
- General: Age 60+, New York resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.
- Income Limits: ~$2,500/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits: $15,000 (individual).
- NY Specifics: Cost-sharing required above certain income; urban/rural balance.
- Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite (up to 10 days/year), case management, transportation (~5 trips/month).
- General: Age 62+, NYC resident, live in rent-controlled/stabilized apartment, spend >1/3 of income on rent.
- Income Limits (2025): $50,000/year (household).
- Asset Limits: No strict asset cap, but income-focused eligibility.
- NY Specifics: Limited to NYC’s rent-regulated units; high demand in urban areas.
- Services: Rent freeze (e.g., covers increases of $50-$200+/month); tax credit for landlord.
- General: Age 65+, NYC resident, own and live in a 1-3 family home, co-op, or condo.
- Income Limits (2025): $58,399/year (household).
- Asset Limits: No strict asset cap, income-driven eligibility.
- NY Specifics: Applies only in NYC; excludes large apartment buildings.
- Services: Property tax reduction (5-50%, e.g., $500-$5,000/year based on income and property value).
- General: One participant must be 60+ (host or guest), NYC resident, able to share living space.
- Income Limits: No strict limit, but targets those needing cost relief.
- Asset Limits: Not applicable; focus on housing need.
- NY Specifics: Primarily NYC-focused; limited slots due to demand.
- Services: Shared housing (reduces rent/living costs by 30-50%, e.g., $500-$1,000/month savings); optional light assistance between housemates.
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for New York Seniors
Community First Choice Option
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, New York resident, Medicaid- eligible, care need (not necessarily nursing home level).
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits:$30,182 (individual, higher due to NY Medicaid expansion).
- NY Specifics:Higher asset limit; urban density increases demand.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite care (240 hours/year), home modifications ($1,500 avg.), assistive technology ($500 avg.).
Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, New York resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.
- Income Limits:~$2,500/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits:$15,000 (individual).
- NY Specifics:Cost-sharing required above certain income; urban/rural balance.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite (up to 10 days/year), case management, transportation (~5 trips/month).
Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE)
Requirements:
- General:Age 62+, NYC resident, live in rent-controlled/stabilized apartment, spend >1/3 of income on rent.
- Income Limits (2025):$50,000/year (household).
- Asset Limits:No strict asset cap, but income-focused eligibility.
- NY Specifics:Limited to NYC’s rent-regulated units; high demand in urban areas.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Rent freeze (e.g., covers increases of $50-$200+/month); tax credit for landlord.
Senior Citizen Homeowners’ Exemption (SCHE)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, NYC resident, own and live in a 1-3 family home, co-op, or condo.
- Income Limits (2025):$58,399/year (household).
- Asset Limits:No strict asset cap, income-driven eligibility.
- NY Specifics:Applies only in NYC; excludes large apartment buildings.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Property tax reduction (5-50%, e.g., $500-$5,000/year based on income and property value).
New York Foundation for Senior Citizens (NYFSC) Home Sharing Program
Requirements:
- General:One participant must be 60+ (host or guest), NYC resident, able to share living space.
- Income Limits:No strict limit, but targets those needing cost relief.
- Asset Limits:Not applicable; focus on housing need.
- NY Specifics:Primarily NYC-focused; limited slots due to demand.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Shared housing (reduces rent/living costs by 30-50%, e.g., $500-$1,000/month savings); optional light assistance between housemates.
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