Assisted Living Home

Brookside Multicare Nursing Center

Assisted Living Home

Brookside Multicare Nursing Center

Smithtown, NY 11787 View map
Overview of Brookside Multicare Nursing Center
Brookside Multicare Nursing Center is located on a sprawling, 24-acre campus in Smithtown, Long Island. It offers elite level post-acute care, skilled nursing, memory care, and rehabilitation to residents in the local community. The facility features spacious private and semi-private rooms, outdoor patios, and dining areas to provide a comfortable setting for recovery.
(631) 724-2200

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
3/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
3/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
4/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
3h 55m per day

Capacity and availability

High-capacity home

May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.

Total beds 353

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the state average
Occupancy rate 90.4%
Residents per day (avg) 307
Occupancy rate
90.4%
Residents per day (avg)
307

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

38% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

38% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

23% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$74.1M
Operating loss
-$1.5M
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$74,069,026.00
Operating loss
$-1,469,142.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$24.3M
32.9% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$51.2M
Total costs $75.5M
Bed community size
353-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

About this community

License details

Facility type
Nursing Home
Status Active
County: Suffolk

Additional licensing details

License number: 5157318N
CMS Certification Number: 335175

Ownership & operating entity

Owner name: Optima Care Smithtown, LLC (For Profit)

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Memory Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Large private & semi-private rooms
Complimentary Wifi
Individual Flat Screen Televisions
Beauty Services
Pastoral Services
Therapeutic Recreation
Pet Therapy
Coffee / Tea Socials
Birthday / Holiday Celebrations
Special Events / Performances
Laundry Service
Daily Housekeeping

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Short Term Rehabilitation Unit, Stroke Rehabilitation & Recovery Center, Pediatric Program Extended & Long Term, Dementia & Memory Care, Long Term Care Unit, Adult Day Health Care, Hospice Care, Ventilator Care Services, Cardiac Rehabilitation, Orthopedic Rehabilitation, IV Therapy PICC & Central Lines, Wound Care & Treatment, New York Amputee Recovery Program, Pain Management, Psychological/Social Work Counseling
Religious Services
Yes

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.

11 inspections

11 with citations, 0 without citations

New York average: 9 inspections (5 with citations)

121 complaints

34.3 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: 93 complaints

Latest inspection

Date:June 26, 2024
Type:Complaint Investigation

30 total citations

Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

New York average: 29 citations

31 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

7 enforcement actions

Penalties or interventions imposed by state regulators when facilities do not comply with quality, safety or regulatory standards.

November 2, 2022: Stipulation & Order #: NH-23-015

A formal agreement with the state to correct serious or repeated issues.

November 2, 2022: Stipulation & Order #: NH-23-010

A formal agreement with the state to correct serious or repeated issues.

November 22, 2021: Stipulation & Order #: NH-22-087

A formal agreement with the state to correct serious or repeated issues.

December 18, 2020: Stipulation & Order #: NH-21-216

A formal agreement with the state to correct serious or repeated issues.

January 24, 2018: Stipulation & Order #: NH-19-015

A formal agreement with the state to correct serious or repeated issues.

March 7, 2014: Stipulation & Order #: NH-16-024

A formal agreement with the state to correct serious or repeated issues.

July 19, 2013: Stipulation & Order #: NH-15-024

A formal agreement with the state to correct serious or repeated issues.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

State average N/A


Last Health inspection on Jun 2024

Total health citations 16
Citations per inspection
5.33

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

All 16 citations resulted from standard inspections.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
In line with State average

State average: N/A


Serious Health citations More info 0
In line with State average

State average: N/A

0 critical citations More info State average: N/A

0 serious citations More info State average: N/A

16 moderate citations More info State average: N/A

0 minor citations More info State average: N/A
Citations history (last 3 years)
Pharmacy moderate citation Jun 26, 2024
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Jun 26, 2024
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Jun 26, 2024
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Jun 26, 2024
Corrected

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The information below is reported by the New York State Department of Health.
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AL

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Address 1.2 miles from city center

Address Smithtown, NY 11787

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

387
Total Staff
295
Employees
92
Contractors
134,662
Total Hours (Quarter)
189
Avg Staff/Day
7.8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse508.6 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse618.2 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant1787.7 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
3 staff
7hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
290 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
25 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Therapy Services
28 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
18 staff
8.6hs shift avg
Social Services
2 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Dietary Services
14 staff
7.1hs shift avg
Other Services
7 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
15.7%
of total hours from contractors
21,162 contractor hours this quarter
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3 Licensed Practical Nurse: 25 Certified Nursing Assistant: 36 Clinical Nurse Specialist: 3 Registered Nurse: 6 Other Dietary Services Staff: 1 Physical Therapy Assistant: 4 Physical Therapy Aide: 4 Speech Language Pathologist: 4 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2 Medical Director: 1 Respiratory Therapist: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant1423617868,91491100%7.7
Licensed Practical Nurse36256119,00491100%8.2
Registered Nurse4465016,51591100%8.6
Clinical Nurse Specialist213248,01991100%7.6
Other Dietary Services Staff121134,39791100%7.2
Qualified Activities Professional160163,17391100%9
Mental Health Service Worker5052,2066673%7.4
Speech Language Pathologist3471,8627785%7.4
Respiratory Therapy Technician0331,8117987%9.4
Physical Therapy Aide3471,7827684%7.2
Physical Therapy Assistant0441,4427582%8.7
Occupational Therapy Aide4041,2596571%7
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist2028306571%7.2
Qualified Social Worker0227836571%8.1
Administrator2027636268%7
Dental Services Staff2024475459%7.3
Nurse Practitioner1014206066%7
RN Director of Nursing1014206066%7
Dietitian1013975864%6.9
Occupational Therapy Assistant0221213943%2.8
Medical Director011911314%7
Respiratory Therapist011722%3.5

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
317 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
29 residents (9.1%)
Medicaid
233 residents (73.5%)
Private pay or other
55 residents (17.4%)
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.

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 8.9
9% better than State average

State average: 9.8

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 15.0
17% better than State average

State average: 18.1

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 15.8%
In line with State average

State average: 16.4%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 16.8%
In line with State average

State average: 16.6%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 12.5%
42% better than State average

State average: 21.4%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.0%
33% better than State average

State average: 3.0%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 4.7%
34% better than State average

State average: 7.2%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than State average

State average: 1.4%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.1%
16% better than State average

State average: 6.1%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 10.0%
45% better than State average

State average: 18.1%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 23.5%
87% worse than State average

State average: 12.6%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.5%
9% better than State average

State average: 91.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 99.0%
In line with State average

State average: 95.2%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.4%
30% better than State average

State average: 76.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.0%
18% better than State average

State average: 1.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 94.3%
20% better than State average

State average: 78.8%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $3K
95% lower than State average

State average: $66K

Number of fines 1
51% fewer fines than State average

State average: 2.0

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than State average

State average: 0.1

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $3K
State average $66K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jul 31, 2023
$3K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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