Isabella Center for Rehabilitation

Isabella Center for Rehabilitation is a Nursing Home in New York State

Isabella Center for Rehabilitation is a Nursing Home in New York State

Isabella Center for Rehabilitation

515 Audubon Ave, New York, NY 10040 View Map

Isabella Center for Rehabilitation is a Nursing Home in New York State

Isabella Center for Rehabilitation is a Nursing Home in New York State

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Overview of Isabella Center for Rehabilitation

As the proud community that has blazed the trail for adult care for over 100 years, Isabella Center for Rehabilitation provides short-term and long-term services. Isabella Center boasts their proactive services and attention, ensuring that residents get the best care possible. As a partner of the Metropolitan Jewish Health System (MJHS), the rehabilitation center also offers the Isabella House that caters to independent living adults. Isabella Center for Rehabilitation is one of the safe centers for seniors looking for comprehensive additional support.
Isabella Center offers a modest lifestyle in a large community that mainly provides services for nursing homes residents. The flexible community accepts insurance, so long as detailed documents are provided. As a 705-bed community, they offer private rooms for a more comfortable setting. Community programs at Isabella are centered on health and wellness– striving to meet the mental, emotional, and physical needs of each resident. They provide a list of activities and programs that residents can participate in, contributing to their vibrant stay in the community. 

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Home Information ISABELLA GERIATRIC CENTER INC
  • This nursing home maintains occupancy well above most state peers, signaling sustained demand. The facility operates with a larger bed count than most state competitors, supporting broader intake. Residents tend to stay here longer than similar facilities across the state.

  • Home revenue ranks in the upper tier statewide, reflecting strong billing volume. Payroll spending sits in the top tier, showing a strong investment in staffing resources. Total income trails most communities, suggesting tighter operating margins.

  • Medicare nights run higher than most peers, indicating robust short-stay referrals. Medicaid nights sit above most state facilities, underscoring deep Title XIX coverage. Private pay nights lead the state, showing strong demand from market-rate residents.

Occupancy
Beds
705
Occupancy
96.9%
Total Bed Days Available
257325
Avg. Length of Stay
178 days
Avg. Residents per Day
685
Finance
Home Revenue
$89,598,303.00
Payroll Costs
$38,035,001.00
Profit
$-9,709,165.00
Total Home Costs
$109,453,335.00
Payroll % of Revenue Info Percentage of home revenue spent on payroll costs.
42.5%
House Specifics:
CCN
335100
Owner Name
BALKO, ALEXANDER
Rural vs. Urban
Urban
County
New York
Type of Control
Governmental — City
Operations
Total Admissions
1362
Total Discharges
1284
% Medicaid Admissions
12%
% Medicare Admissions
26%
% Private Pay Admissions
62%
% Medicaid Discharges
29%
% Medicare Discharges
18%
% Private Pay Discharges
53%
Quality Ratings
Overall Rating Info CMS 5-star rating based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
2 / 5
Health Inspection Rating Info Rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
2 / 5
Staffing Rating Info Rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3 / 5
QM Rating Info Quality Measures rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
3 / 5
Nurse Hours / Resident / Day Info Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3.31 hrs
Medicaid, Medicare & Private
Medicare Nights Info Number of resident nights paid by Medicare for short-term or rehab care.
135196
Medicaid Nights Info Resident nights covered by Medicaid for long-term care or support services.
17680
Free Market Nights Info Nights paid privately by residents or families, without Medicare/Medicaid coverage.
75627
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Comparison Chart

The information below is reported by the New York State Department of Health.
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Isabella Center for Rehabilitation
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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93
BALKO, ALEXANDER
96.9%
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42.5%
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Coterie Hudson Yards
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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

742
Total Staff
534
Employees
208
Contractors
256,374
Total Hours (Quarter)
370
Avg Staff/Day
7.6
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse1187.5 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse658.2 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant3797.8 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
2 staff
7hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
562 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
43 staff
3.5hs shift avg
Therapy Services
84 staff
8hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
27 staff
8.8hs shift avg
Social Services
13 staff
7hs shift avg
Dietary Services
2 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Other Services
9 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
19.5%
of total hours from contractors
50,021 contractor hours this quarter
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 4 Speech Language Pathologist: 7 Certified Nursing Assistant: 87 Registered Nurse: 35 Qualified Activities Professional: 11 Licensed Practical Nurse: 34 Clinical Nurse Specialist: 14 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Physical Therapy Aide: 7 Qualified Social Worker: 6
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant29287379141,18291100%7.8
Registered Nurse833511835,09591100%7.5
Physical Therapist5805824,37091100%7.8
Licensed Practical Nurse31346523,43491100%8.2
Qualified Activities Professional1611276,54891100%8.8
Clinical Nurse Specialist2614405,20491100%3.2
Physical Therapy Aide0773,7427886%8.6
Speech Language Pathologist0773,6457886%8.5
Mental Health Service Worker9093,16291100%7.6
Other Social Services Staff7072,50491100%7.2
Occupational Therapy Aide5162,3428897%7.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician0441,5487886%8.2
Physical Therapy Assistant0228077077%8.1
Administrator2027916369%7
Nurse Practitioner1016146167%10.1
Other Dietary Services Staff1014596369%7.3
Dietitian1013785459%7
Other Physician2022756875%4
Qualified Social Worker0662744549%5.4

Health Inspection History

Source: CMS Health Citations (Nov 2020 – Apr 2024)

4
Inspections
23
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
5.75
Citations/Inspection
Apr 2024
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
Minor (A-C)
1
Moderate (D-F)
22
Serious (G-I)
0
Critical (J-L)
0
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Resident Rights
5
22% of total
Quality of Life & Care
5
22% of total
Infection Control
2
9% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
2
9% of total
Pharmacy Services
2
9% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections 21
Complaint Investigations 6
State Comparison (NY)
Avg Citations (State)
18.5
This Facility: 23
Avg Critical (State)
0.2
This Facility: 0
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
DateSeverity ?CategoryTagStatus
Apr 02, 2024 E Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Apr 02, 2024 E Nursing ServicesF0725 Corrected
Apr 02, 2024 E NutritionF0812 Corrected
Apr 02, 2024 D PharmacyF0758 Corrected
Apr 02, 2024 D Quality of CareF0677 Corrected
Apr 02, 2024 D Quality of CareF0688 Corrected
Apr 02, 2024 D Quality of CareF0689 Corrected
Apr 02, 2024 D Resident RightsF0577 Corrected
Apr 02, 2024 D Resident RightsF0582 Corrected
Dec 28, 2023 E Abuse/NeglectF0609 Corrected
Dec 16, 2022 D Abuse/NeglectF0609 Corrected
Dec 16, 2022 E Nursing ServicesF0725 Corrected
Dec 16, 2022 E Quality of CareF0688 Corrected
Dec 16, 2022 D Quality of CareF0744 Corrected
Dec 16, 2022 B Care PlanningF0640 Corrected
Dec 16, 2022 D Care PlanningF0641 Corrected
Dec 16, 2022 E Care PlanningF0656 Corrected
Dec 16, 2022 D Care PlanningF0657 Corrected
Dec 16, 2022 E Resident RightsF0570 Corrected
Dec 16, 2022 E Resident RightsF0584 Corrected
Nov 19, 2020 D Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Nov 19, 2020 D PharmacyF0757 Corrected
Nov 19, 2020 D Resident RightsF0550 Corrected

Facility Characteristics

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

Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
685 Total Residents
Medicare 67 (9.8%)
Medicaid 431 (62.9%)
Private Pay/Other 187 (27.3%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Member Group
Nurse Aide Training
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)

High-Risk Clinical Events
9.1 Score
7% better than avg State avg: 9.8

Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline

Functional Decline
16.5 Score
9% better than avg State avg: 18.1

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.

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
15.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
5.8%
Urinary Tract Infection
0.6%
Depressive Symptoms
5.6%
Falls with Major Injury
1.7%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
97.0%
Antipsychotic Use
10.9%
Walking Ability Worsened
16.5%
Influenza Vaccine
99.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
6.2%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
17.6%
Short-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).

Pneumococcal Vaccine
80.0% Near average State: 76.6%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
1.4% 7% worse than avg State: 1.3%
Influenza Vaccine
92.1% 17% better than avg State: 78.8%
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Community First Choice Option
NY Medicaid CFCO
  • 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.).
Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP)
  • 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).
Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE)
  • 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.
Senior Citizen Homeowners’ Exemption (SCHE)
  • 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).
New York Foundation for Senior Citizens (NYFSC) Home Sharing Program
NYFSC Home Sharing
  • 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

NY Medicaid CFCO

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.).
NY EISEP

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).
NY SCRIE

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.
NY SCHE

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).
NYFSC Home Sharing

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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