Facility type
Nursing Home
Status
Active
Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Nursing Home
Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
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.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
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
Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$32.9M
Profit
$4.9M
Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
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 details
County:
Erie
Additional licensing details
License number:
1401341N
CMS Certification Number:
335638
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
New York average: 9 inspections (5 with citations)
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256 complaints
128 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:July 1, 2025
Type:Complaint Investigation
63 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
New York average: 29 citations
67 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.
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.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
6
New York average 3.6
Last Health inspection on Nov 2025
Total health citations
36
Citations per inspection
6
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
22 of 36 citations resulted from standard inspections; 11 of 36 resulted from complaint investigations; and 3 of 36 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
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
3
3
1400% worse than New York averageNew York average: 0.2
0 critical citations
3 serious citations
30 moderate citations
3 minor citations
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
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 Buffalo
The information below is reported by the New York State Department of Health.
Elderwood at Amherst
+18%
+2%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Amherst
-
73
COLE, WARREN
90.4%
$17,803,661.00
$6,650,778.00
37.4%
87
4.2360
2
-
-
+18%+2%
Delaware Oaks Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
-34%
-8%
+4%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
NY 14209
95
-
STRAUSS, ELLIOT
92.1%
$9,991,047.00
$6,470,673.00
64.8%
87.50
3.2834
-
19
-
-34%-8%+4%
Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
-36%
+24%
+6%
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
-
DENNY, DAVID
94.0%
$32,514,285.00
$7,304,656.00
22.5%
188.10
4.4304
1
36
3
-36%+24%+6%
Ellicott Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
-37%
-8%
+3%
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
-
MARCIANO, DENISE
91.1%
$20,421,612.00
$5,234,412.00
25.6%
152.70
3.2929
1
32
1
-37%-8%+3%
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.
Buffalo
-
85
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Elderwood at Amherst
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Amherst
Operator:
COLE, WARREN
CCN:
335056
Occupancy:
90.4%
Home Revenue:
$17,803,661.00
Payroll Costs:
$6,650,778.00
Payroll %:
37.4%
Avg Residents/Day:
87
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.2360
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
2
Staffing vs State Avg:
+18%
+18%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+2%
+2%
Delaware Oaks Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
NY 14209
Bed Count:
95
Operator:
STRAUSS, ELLIOT
CCN:
335640
Occupancy:
92.1%
Home Revenue:
$9,991,047.00
Payroll Costs:
$6,470,673.00
Payroll %:
64.8%
Avg Residents/Day:
87.50
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.2834
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
19
RN share vs State Avg:
-34%
-34%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-8%
-8%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+4%
+4%
Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
NY 14209
Bed Count:
200
Operator:
DENNY, DAVID
CCN:
335638
Occupancy:
94.0%
Home Revenue:
$32,514,285.00
Payroll Costs:
$7,304,656.00
Payroll %:
22.5%
Avg Residents/Day:
188.10
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.4304
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
36
Severe Citations:
3
RN share vs State Avg:
-36%
-36%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+24%
+24%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+6%
+6%
Ellicott Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
NY 14201
Bed Count:
160
Operator:
MARCIANO, DENISE
CCN:
335437
Occupancy:
91.1%
Home Revenue:
$20,421,612.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,234,412.00
Payroll %:
25.6%
Avg Residents/Day:
152.70
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.2929
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
32
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
-37%
-37%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-8%
-8%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+3%
+3%
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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 |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
188 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
7 residents (3.7%)
Medicaid
129 residents (68.6%)
Private pay or other
52 residents (27.7%)
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.
10.3
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.3
In line with 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.
21.4
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
21.4
18% 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
21.2%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
21.2%
29% worse than New York averageNew York average: 16.4%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
17.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
17.0%
In line with 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
26.0%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
26.0%
22% worse 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
2.1%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.1%
28% 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
5.5%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.5%
24% better than New York averageNew York average: 7.2%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.3%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.3%
78% better than New York averageNew York average: 1.4%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.8%
6% better than New York averageNew York average: 6.1%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
24.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
24.4%
35% worse than New York averageNew York average: 18.1%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
8.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
8.9%
29% better than New York averageNew York average: 12.6%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.1%
6% better than New York averageNew York average: 91.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
88.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
88.1%
7% worse than New York averageNew York average: 95.2%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
86.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
86.9%
13% better than New York averageNew York average: 76.6%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.9%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.9%
29% better than New York averageNew York average: 1.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.0%
16% better than New York averageNew York average: 78.8%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
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
53% higher than New York averageNew York average: $66K
Number of fines
1
51% fewer fines than New York averageNew York average: 2.0
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than New York averageNew York average: 0.1
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$102K
New York average
$66K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jun 17, 2025
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
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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