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Total health inspections
3
New York average 3.6
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
Primarily long-term care, limited rehab
Most residents stay long-term, while a smaller portion are admitted for short-term rehab.
Bronxcare Special Care Center
Nursing Home
Bronxcare Special Care Center
Nursing Home
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
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
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.
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational 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 home
Other
Home revenue
$57.4M
Operating deficit
-$33.0K
Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$57,423,717.00
Operating deficit
$-33,002.00
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
License Status
ActiveFacility Type
Nursing Home
Additional licensing details
License number:
7000364N
CMS Certification Number:
335753
County:
Bronx
Ownership & operating entity
Owner name:
Bronxcare Special Care Center (Not for Profit)
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Emergency 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
6 with citations, 0 without citations
129 complaints
53.8 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.
Latest inspection
Date:August 7, 2023
Type:Covid-19 Survey
25 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
25 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
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.
Compare Nursing Homes around Bronx
The information below is reported by the New York State Department of Health.
Bainbridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
-7%
-6%
+10%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
NY 10467
200
No
-
-
-
96.7%
$28,272,964.00
$11,192,461.00
39.6%
192.30
3.3721
3
-7%-6%+10%
The Plaza Rehab and Nursing Center
+2%
-10%
+11%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Bronx (Fordham Manor)
744
No
A
87
TCPRNC, LLC (For Profit)
97.6%
$153,179,126.00
$35,453,146.00
23.1%
729.50
3.2221
14
+2%-10%+11%
Bronx Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
+40%
-23%
+9%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
NY 10457
199
No
-
-
ALVAREZ, ALFREDO
96.3%
$42,791,950.00
$13,384,999.00
31.3%
192.60
2.7452
11
+40%-23%+9%
Bronx Park Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
+6%
-21%
+7%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
NY 10467
240
No
-
-
LOREN, CRAIG
94.3%
$34,036,917.00
$8,650,618.00
25.4%
234.90
2.8456
5
+6%-21%+7%
Bronxcare Special Care Center
-10%
-11%
+13%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
NY 10456
240
No
-
-
COLON, JOHN
99.8%
$56,353,070.00
$20,353,818.00
36.1%
229.70
3.1961
10
-10%-11%+13%
Bainbridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
NY 10467
Bed Count:
200
Pets Allowed:
No
CCN:
335373
Occupancy:
96.7%
Home Revenue:
$28,272,964.00
Payroll Costs:
$11,192,461.00
Payroll %:
39.6%
Avg Residents/Day:
192.30
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.3721
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
3
RN share vs State Avg:
-7%
-7%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-6%
-6%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+10%
+10%
The Plaza Rehab and Nursing Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Bronx (Fordham Manor)
Bed Count:
744
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
TCPRNC, LLC (For Profit)
CCN:
335462
Occupancy:
97.6%
Home Revenue:
$153,179,126.00
Payroll Costs:
$35,453,146.00
Payroll %:
23.1%
Avg Residents/Day:
729.50
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.2221
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
14
RN share vs State Avg:
+2%
+2%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-10%
-10%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+11%
+11%
Bronx Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
NY 10457
Bed Count:
199
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
ALVAREZ, ALFREDO
CCN:
335775
Occupancy:
96.3%
Home Revenue:
$42,791,950.00
Payroll Costs:
$13,384,999.00
Payroll %:
31.3%
Avg Residents/Day:
192.60
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
2.7452
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
11
RN share vs State Avg:
+40%
+40%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-23%
-23%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+9%
+9%
Bronx Park Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
NY 10467
Bed Count:
240
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
LOREN, CRAIG
CCN:
335358
Occupancy:
94.3%
Home Revenue:
$34,036,917.00
Payroll Costs:
$8,650,618.00
Payroll %:
25.4%
Avg Residents/Day:
234.90
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
2.8456
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
5
RN share vs State Avg:
+6%
+6%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-21%
-21%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+7%
+7%
Bronxcare Special Care Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
NY 10456
Bed Count:
240
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
COLON, JOHN
CCN:
335753
Occupancy:
99.8%
Home Revenue:
$56,353,070.00
Payroll Costs:
$20,353,818.00
Payroll %:
36.1%
Avg Residents/Day:
229.70
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.1961
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
10
RN share vs State Avg:
-10%
-10%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-11%
-11%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+13%
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
153
Total Staff
123
Employees
30
Contractors
59,720
Total Hours (Quarter)
82
Avg Staff/Day
8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 17 | 7.9 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 19 | 8.3 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 93 | 8.2 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
1 staff
7hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
131 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
7 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
7 staff
7.1hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
1 staff
7hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
1 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
5 staff
6.9hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
12%
of total hours from contractors
7,137 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 20
Licensed Practical Nurse: 5
Registered Nurse: 4
Physical Therapy Aide: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
10
Citations per inspection
3.33
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
Aug 14, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Jun 08, 2023
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Jun 08, 2023
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
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.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
238
Total Residents
Medicare
9
(3.8%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
118
(49.6%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
111
(46.6%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
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
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
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
-$33,002
↓ ~$516K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$26,699,820
↑ ~$889K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-0.1%
↓ 0.9pp vs 2022
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