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Total Health inspections
6
67% above New York average
New York average:
3.6
Last Health inspection on Nov 2025
Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is a Nursing Home in New York State
Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation… is a Nursing Home in New York State
Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is a Nursing Home in New York State
Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation… is a Nursing Home in New York State
Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is located in the heart of Buffalo, New York. It provides a spectrum of health care services tailored to meet the needs of every individual, including rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and long-term care. The center is conveniently located close to local hospitals for seamless coordination of care.
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.
Capacity and availability
High-capacity home
May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.
Total beds
200
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
94%
Residents per day (avg)
188
Occupancy rate
94%
Residents per day (avg)
188
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery
Temporary care
Transitional stays
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
18% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
72% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
10% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
2 - 3 years
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Partnership
Home revenue
$32.9M
Profit
$4.9M
Proprietary home
Partnership
Home revenue
$32,948,774.00
Profit
$4,884,282.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$7.3M
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.
$20.8M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$28.1M
200-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:
1401341N
CMS Certification Number:
335638
County:
Erie
Ownership & operating entity
Owner name:
Delaware Operations Associates, LLC (For Profit)
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Cardiac Care, Pain Management, Short-Term Rehab, Stroke Care, Orthopedic Care, Long-Term Care, Wound Care
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.
8 inspections
8 with citations, 0 without citations
256 complaints
128 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.
63 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. 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.
October 18, 2022: Stipulation & Order #: NH-23-008
A formal agreement with the state to correct serious or repeated issues.
April 8, 2022: Stipulation & Order #: NH-22-112
A formal agreement with the state to correct serious or repeated issues.
May 3, 2021: Stipulation & Order #: NH-21-239
A formal agreement with the state to correct serious or repeated issues.
July 20, 2021: Stipulation & Order #: NH-21-191
A formal agreement with the state to correct serious or repeated issues.
April 30, 2020: Stipulation & Order #: NH-20-017
A formal agreement with the state to correct serious or repeated issues.
September 17, 2019: Stipulation & Order #: NH-19-057
A formal agreement with the state to correct serious or repeated issues.
Date not yet available: Stipulation & Order #: NH-17-039
A formal agreement with the state to correct serious or repeated issues.
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The information below is reported by the New York State Department of Health.
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Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
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Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
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SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
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STRAUSS, ELLIOT
92.1%
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Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
NY 14209
200
No
-
DENNY, DAVID
94.0%
$32,514,285.00
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22.5%
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1/5
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1
Ellicott Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
NY 14201
160
No
-
MARCIANO, DENISE
91.1%
$20,421,612.00
$5,234,412.00
25.6%
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Ellicott Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
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-
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-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
253
Total Staff
234
Employees
19
Contractors
84,945
Total Hours (Quarter)
110
Avg Staff/Day
8.5
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 20 | 7.5 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 45 | 8.8 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 135 | 8.8 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
1 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
201 staff
8.7hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
15 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
23 staff
7.3hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
1 staff
1.8hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
4 staff
6.3hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
4 staff
7.3hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
4 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
6.7%
of total hours from contractors
5,696 contractor hours this quarter
Speech Language Pathologist: 3
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 6
Physical Therapy Aide: 2
Physical Therapy Assistant: 4
Qualified Social Worker: 3
Qualified Activities Professional: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 135 | 0 | 135 | 48,105 | 91 | 100% | 8.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 45 | 0 | 45 | 19,430 | 91 | 100% | 8.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 20 | 0 | 20 | 3,414 | 91 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 13 | 0 | 13 | 2,242 | 75 | 82% | 7.6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 1 | 6 | 7 | 2,170 | 67 | 74% | 7.6 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,491 | 89 | 98% | 7.3 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 1,385 | 65 | 71% | 7.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,149 | 82 | 90% | 6.5 |
| Dental Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 913 | 66 | 73% | 7.7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 3 | 3 | 847 | 65 | 71% | 7.1 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 703 | 64 | 70% | 7.2 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 693 | 67 | 74% | 5.7 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 611 | 58 | 64% | 7.6 |
| Feeding Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 457 | 59 | 65% | 7.8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 443 | 56 | 62% | 7.9 |
| Other Social Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 380 | 48 | 53% | 7.9 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 2% | 1.8 |
Health Inspection History
Total Health citations
36
95% above New York average
New York average:
18.5
6 citations per inspection (avg)
Citations origin
Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.
Standard inspections
25 citations
Complaint investigations
14 citations
Breakdown of citations
Critical Health citations
0
100% below New York average
New York average:
0.2
Serious Health citations
3
1400% above New York average
New York average:
0.2
Moderate Health citations
30
Minor Health citations
3
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect serious citation
Nov 12, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Nov 12, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Nov 12, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care serious citation
Nov 12, 2025
Corrected
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Part of: Centers Healthcare
Resident Census by Payment Source
188
Total Residents
Medicare
7
(3.7%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
129
(68.6%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
52
(27.7%)
ⓘ
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
10.3
Near New York average
New York average:
9.8
Functional decline score
21.4
18% worse than New York average
New York average:
18.1
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Daily care & independence
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
21.2%
29% above New York average.
Walking Ability Worsened
17.0%
3% above New York average.
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
26.0%
22% above New York average.
Safety & clinical stability
Falls with Major Injury
2.1%
28% below New York average.
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
5.5%
24% below New York average.
Urinary Tract Infection
0.3%
78% below New York average.
Emotional & behavioral wellbeing
Depressive Symptoms
24.4%
35% above New York average.
Antipsychotic Use
8.9%
29% below New York average.
Preventive care
Pneumococcal Vaccine
97.1%
6% above New York average.
Influenza Vaccine
88.1%
7% below New York average.
Nutrition & physical health
Lost Too Much Weight
5.8%
6% below New York average.Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
86.9%
13% better than New York average
Antipsychotic medication increase
0.9%
29% better than New York average
Influenza Vaccine
91.0%
16% better than New York average 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
$102K
This home paid 53% more in fines than the state average.
New York average:
$66K
Number of Fines
1
This home received 51% fewer fines than the state average.
New York average:
2.0
Payment Denials
0
This home had 100% fewer payment denials than the state average.
New York average:
0.1
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Jun 17, 2025
$102K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
94.0%
↑ 1.0pp vs 2022
Net Income
$4,884,282
↑ ~$2.5M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$12,870,071
↑ ~$300K vs 2022
Profit Margin
15.0%
↑ 7.1pp vs 2022
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