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The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Maria Regina Rehabilitation and Nursing, at 1725 Brentwood Road in Brentwood, Suffolk County, is a 188-bed skilled nursing facility operated by Optima Care Brentwood, LLC, with a 4-star CMS rating. The community houses all residents in private rooms on a 212-acre campus and admits residents primarily for short-term rehabilitation under Medicare coverage.
Staffing levels show strength in bedside caregiving roles. Licensed practical nurses average 1 hour 19 minutes per resident daily, nearly 72% above the state standard; and nurse aides provide 2 hours 47 minutes per resident, 27% above state benchmarks. Weekend nursing hours reach 4 hours 8 minutes per resident, notably above the statewide 3-hour average. Registered nurse coverage runs at 33 minutes per resident daily, falling short of the state’s 42-minute benchmark.
Regulatory findings reveal a pattern of quality concerns. A complaint investigation in January 2025 identified 17 deficiencies related to care planning, medication management, nursing staffing sufficiency, and multiple life safety code violations in fire alarms, electrical systems, and sprinkler maintenance; all corrected by mid-March. Earlier inspections, dating to 2022, documented recurring themes in nursing staff competence, medication storage, and fire safety system upkeep. The facility recorded 19 citations over five years, compared with the state average of 13.
An enforcement action was issued in April 2024 following quality of care findings, accompanied by a $9,000 federal penalty.
An active lawsuit, initiated in 2024, has a scheduled court appearance in May 2026.
Complaint filings, 32 in total, remain well below the state average of 79.
Short-stay resident outcomes are notably strong: rehospitalization rates sit 32% better than the state norm, emergency department visits 44% better, and return-to-home rates 22% above state benchmarks. Amenities include a garden courtyard, chapel with religious services, and a resident dining room. Nursing assessment measures, vaccination rates, and rehabilitation outcomes rank favorably for post-acute placement.
Maria Regina fits residents completing acute hospitalization and transitioning to recovery through short-term rehabilitation, though recent regulatory findings merit inquiry about corrective measures.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
This home is ranked 122nd out of 387 homes in New York. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 33m per day | ▼ 21% State avg: 42m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 1h 19m per day | ▲ 72% State avg: 46m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 2h 47m per day | ▲ 27% State avg: 2h 11m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day |
|
Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 4h 8m per day | ▲ 30% State avg: 3h 10m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 6m per day | ▼ 14% State avg: 7m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
Weekend RN
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 14m per day | ▼ 50% State avg: 28m per day · National avg: 28m per day |
Higher than the New York average: 88.3%Maria Regina Rehabilitation and Nursing is legally operated by Optima Care Brentwood, LLC (For Profit).
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.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the New York state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical New York nursing home score (the benchmark); higher is better.
7 points above the New York average for nursing homes (83/100)
Inspection score: 90 out of 100. Letter grade A-. 7 points above the New York average for nursing homes (83/100)
Enforcement actions are formal penalties or interventions imposed by New York regulators when a nursing home fails to meet state or federal care, safety, or regulatory standards. They may include directed plans of correction, civil monetary penalties, denial of payment, or appointment of temporary management.
This facility has 1 enforcement action. 33% of New York nursing homes have zero, and the statewide average is 1.6.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New York state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Citations
| This Facility | NY Average | vs. NY Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 19 | 13 | This facility has 46% more total citations than a typical New York nursing home (19 vs. NY avg 13).↑ 46% worse |
|
Health citations
Violations related to resident care, clinical practices, and day-to-day operations.
| 13 | 20 | This facility has 35% fewer health citations than a typical New York nursing home (13 vs. NY avg 20).↓ 35% better |
|
Life safety citations
Violations related to building safety — fire prevention, emergency egress, and similar.
| 6 | 4 | This facility has 50% more life safety citations than a typical New York nursing home (6 vs. NY avg 4).↑ 50% worse |
|
Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2021.
| 3.8 | 2.6 | This facility has 46% more citations per year than a typical New York nursing home (3.8 vs. NY avg 2.6).↑ 46% worse |
|
Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 1.9 | 1.4 | This facility has 36% more citations per inspection than a typical New York nursing home (1.9 vs. NY avg 1.4).↑ 36% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | NY Average | vs. NY Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 10 | 9 | This facility has 11% more total inspections than a typical New York nursing home (10 vs. NY avg 9).↑ 11% worse |
|
Inspections with citations
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.
| 3 | 4 | This facility has 25% fewer inspections with citations than a typical New York nursing home (3 vs. NY avg 4).↓ 25% better |
|
Inspection citation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.
| 30% | 44% | This facility has 14 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical New York nursing home (30% vs. NY avg 44%).↓ 14% better |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | NY Average | vs. NY Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 32 | 79 | This facility has 59% fewer total complaints than a typical New York nursing home (32 vs. NY avg 79).↓ 59% better |
|
Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2021.
| 6.4 | 15.8 | This facility has 59% fewer complaints per year than a typical New York nursing home (6.4 vs. NY avg 15.8).↓ 59% better |
|
Complaints per bed
Size-adjusted complaint rate based on occupied beds.
| 0.18 | 0.50 | This facility has 64% fewer complaints per bed than a typical New York nursing home (0.18 vs. NY avg 0.5).↓ 64% better |
|
Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with New York regulators.
| 10 | 15 | This facility has 33% fewer complaint investigations than a typical New York nursing home (10 vs. NY avg 15).↓ 33% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
New York average 3.6
Last Health inspection on Jan 2025
New York average 18.5
New York average 5.05
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
13 of 17 citations resulted from standard inspections; 1 of 17 resulted from complaint investigations; and 3 of 17 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
100% better than New York averageNew York average: 0.2
100% better than New York averageNew York average: 0.2
Corrected
Corrected
Corrected
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How this facility protects residents through staff vaccination policies and immunization practices.
Percentage of facility employees vaccinated against influenza.
Summary of court-record activity tied to this facility, compiled from publicly available case dockets.
Source: State court e-filing records
Every lawsuit on record involving this facility since the earliest filing. Long-term volume signals overall legal exposure.
1
Lawsuits still moving through the courts. Active claims can affect day-to-day operations, settlement risk, and insurance posture.
1
Year of the earliest case on record. A long history with steady filings suggests persistent issues; a recent first filing means newer exposure.
2024
Most recent filing on record. Recent activity means legal disputes are still being raised against this facility.
2024
Next scheduled court appearance on record across active cases.
May 06, 2026Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
853% better than New York average
5% worse than New York average
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Manages medical care and health needs.
All 33 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
33
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.1 hoursAssists with medical care and medications.
59 total: 40 full-time employees and 19 contractors.
59
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hoursHelps with daily care and mobility.
142 total: 141 full-time employees and 1 contractor.
142
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.1 hours
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
10,872 contractor hours this quarter
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 141 | 1 | 142 | 47,072 | 92 | 100% | 7.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 40 | 19 | 59 | 20,458 | 92 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 33 | 0 | 33 | 8,986 | 92 | 100% | 7.1 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 13 | 0 | 13 | 3,419 | 92 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 5 | 5 | 10 | 2,676 | 80 | 87% | 6.8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 3 | 3 | 6 | 2,181 | 82 | 89% | 7.6 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2,156 | 64 | 70% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 1 | 5 | 6 | 1,635 | 81 | 88% | 7.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 2 | 6 | 8 | 1,603 | 80 | 87% | 7.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,356 | 66 | 72% | 7.4 |
| Dietitian | 2 | 0 | 2 | 765 | 73 | 79% | 7.5 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 703 | 70 | 76% | 7.8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 3 | 4 | 610 | 69 | 75% | 5.2 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 443 | 59 | 64% | 7.5 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 441 | 59 | 64% | 7.5 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 431 | 57 | 62% | 7.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 35 | 13 | 14% | 2.7 |
Includes penalties issued in 2024
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)
87% lower than New York averageNew York average: $66K
51% fewer fines than New York averageNew York average: 2.0
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
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
1 penalty in the past 3 years
Apr 23, 2024 · $9K
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Apr 23, 2024Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
9.8
In line with New York averageNew York average: 9.8
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
20.3
12% worse than New York averageNew York average: 18.1
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
19.0%
16% worse than New York averageNew York average: 16.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
15.4%
7% better than New York averageNew York average: 16.6%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
26.5%
24% worse than New York averageNew York average: 21.4%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.4%
116% worse than New York averageNew York average: 3.0%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.1%
43% better than New York averageNew York average: 7.2%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.5%
9% worse than New York averageNew York average: 1.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.0%
35% better than New York averageNew York average: 6.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
77.5%
328% worse than New York averageNew York average: 18.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
7.2%
43% better than New York averageNew York average: 12.6%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.5%
8% better than New York averageNew York average: 91.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
5% better than New York averageNew York average: 95.2%
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.52
11% better than New York averageNew York average: 1.71
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.61
55% better than New York averageNew York average: 1.35
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
91.4%
19% better than New York averageNew York average: 76.6%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.4%
10% worse than New York averageNew York average: 1.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
94.5%
20% better than New York averageNew York average: 78.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
14.1%
32% better than New York averageNew York average: 20.6%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
5.4%
44% better than New York averageNew York average: 9.7%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.7%
13% better than New York averageNew York average: 0.8%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
62.3%
16% better than New York averageNew York average: 53.7%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
61.9%
22% better than New York averageNew York average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
84% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
8% of new residents, often for short stays.
8% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
179Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Conducts clinical research trials to develop and test new treatments
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Historical financial and operational data for Maria Regina Rehabilitation and Nursing based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #179 / 382Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 179th out of 382 homes in New York. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the New York average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
0.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Brentwood's city center to Maria Regina Rehabilitation and Nursing's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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NY AVG
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#284 / 340 | 11 | 5.5 | - | 295 |
62
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249
NY AVG
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#111 / 748 | - | - | 8.88 | +7% | +148% | $0 | - | 12 | 4.0 | - | 11 |
73
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73
NY AVG
63
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#564 / 1173 | - | - | - | - | 335853 | ||||
| Maria Regina Rehabilitation and Nursing |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Brentwood | 188
Facility
188
NY AVG
160
Rank
#252 / 748 | 93.1% | +5% | 3.73 | -13% | +4% | $8.5k | 90
Facility
90
NY AVG
76
Rank
#158 / 340 | 17 | 5.7 | - | 171 |
49
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49
NY AVG
63
Rank
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MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | East Patchogue | 160
Facility
160
NY AVG
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Rank
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12
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NY AVG
63
Rank
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588
NY AVG
160
Rank
#4 / 748 | - | - | - | - | -4% | - | $280.3k | 66 | 42 | 10.5 | 3 | - |
25
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25
NY AVG
63
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#996 / 1173 | 378 Sywood LLC (Receivership) | $114.6M | $69.3M | 60.4% | 335555 |
The legal owner and operator of Maria Regina Rehabilitation and Nursing is Optima Care Brentwood, LLC (For Profit).
Maria Regina Rehabilitation and Nursing has a walk score of 49. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
According to NY state health department records, Maria Regina Rehabilitation and Nursing's license number is 5154329N.
Maria Regina Rehabilitation and Nursing's occupancy is 93%.
Maria Regina Rehabilitation and Nursing has 188 beds.
Maria Regina Rehabilitation and Nursing has had 19 recently reported deficiencies.
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