Union Plaza Care Center

Nursing Home in Queens

CMS overall rating Info 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.
Union Plaza Care Center

Nursing Home in Queens

CMS overall rating Info 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.

Overview of Union Plaza Care Center

Nestled in Flushing, New York, Union Plaza Care Center provides warm, dedicated care in a modern, well-equipped facility that fosters a sense of community. Offering long-term care and skilled nursing, this care center upholds values of compassion, respect, and inclusivity, ensuring all residents receive personalized care regardless of race or background. Union Plaza boasts an impressive array of nursing care amenities and services to enhance residents’ comfort and well-being. Every aspect of care is tailored to individual needs, from skilled nursing staff and on-site physicians to rehabilitative therapy and pain management programs. The facility offers diverse recreational activities, banking services, and religious accommodations, ensuring residents’ physical, emotional, and spiritual needs are met. Union Plaza’s commitment to cultural diversity is evident in its multilingual staff and culturally appropriate offerings, ensuring all residents feel valued and understood.

Managed by Debbie Luongo

Administrator

Debbie Luongo serves as the Administrator at Union Plaza Care Center, providing dedicated leadership to ensure quality care and a supportive environment for residents and staff alike.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
4/5 ▲ 0.9 New York average: 3.1/5
Health Inspection Info 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.
4/5 ▲ 1.2 New York average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info 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.
3/5 ▲ 0.3 New York average: 2.7/5
Quality Measures Info 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.
4/5 ▲ 0.2 New York average: 3.8/5

Staffing hours breakdown

Info 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.

Hours per resident per day — compared to New York state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info 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.
3h 3m per day
This facility New York avg (3h 35m per day)
vs New York avg
-15%

5 of 5 metrics below state avg

Staff typeHours / dayvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info 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. 34m per day ▼ 19% State avg: 42m per day · National avg: 41m per day
Nurse Aide Info 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 2m per day ▼ 7% State avg: 2h 11m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info 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. 2h 49m per day ▼ 11% State avg: 3h 10m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info 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. 4m per day ▼ 43% State avg: 7m per day · National avg: 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info 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. 20m per day ▼ 29% State avg: 28m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Capacity and availability

High-capacity home

May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.

Total beds 280

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the New York average: 88.3%
Occupancy rate 94.1%
Avg. Length of Stay 162 days
Occupancy rate
94.1%
Avg. Length of Stay
162 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

45% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Private pay

43% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 24 days

Medicaid

12% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 3 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$45.7M
Profit
$1.3M
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$45.7M
Profit
$1.3M
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$17.9M
39.1% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$26.6M
Total costs $44.4M
Walk Score
Walk Score: 97 / 100
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

About this community

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Skilled Nursing

Additional Services

1 service
Rehabilitation

Amenities & Lifestyle

0 amenities
Specific ProgramsRehabilitation, Services, Skilled Nursing, Long-Term Care, On-Site Dialysis
Operating HoursSuggested Visiting Hours are: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

New York average 3.6


Last Health inspection on Aug 2024

Total health citations 9

New York average 18.5

Citations per inspection
3

New York average 5.05


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

7 of 9 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 9 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than New York average

New York average: 0.2


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than New York average

New York average: 0.2

0 critical citations More info New York average: 0.2

0 serious citations More info New York average: 0.2

8 moderate citations More info New York average: 17.4

1 minor citation More info New York average: 0.7
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Aug 28, 2024
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Aug 28, 2024
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Aug 28, 2024
Corrected

Care Planning minor citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Aug 28, 2024
Corrected

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5 facilities compared · CMS & NY Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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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).

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AL

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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).

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Union Plaza Care Center
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).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

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).

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AL

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Community First Choice Option

NY Medicaid CFCO

Age 65+ or disabled
General 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

Higher asset limit; urban density increases demand.

Benefits
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)

NY EISEP

Age 60+
General 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

Cost-sharing required above certain income; urban/rural balance.

Benefits
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)

NY SCRIE

Age 62+
General 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

Limited to NYC’s rent-regulated units; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
Rent freeze (e.g., covers increases of $50-$200+/month); tax credit for landlord

Senior Citizen Homeowners’ Exemption (SCHE)

NY SCHE

Age 65+
General 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

Applies only in NYC; excludes large apartment buildings.

Benefits
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

Age One participant must be 60+ (host or guest)
General 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

Primarily NYC-focused; limited slots due to demand.

Benefits
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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Address 2.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Queens's city center to Union Plaza Care Center's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.98 miles to nearest hospital (Flushing Hospital Medical Center)

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 292
Employees 187
Contractors 105
Staff to resident ratio 1.08:1
515% better than New York average

New York average ratio: 0.18:1

Avg staff/day 150
Average shift 7.2 hours
6% worse than New York average

New York average: 7.7 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 98,480
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 47
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.6 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 36
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 153
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.2 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

23.3%

22,981 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 70 Licensed Practical Nurse: 13 Registered Nurse: 9 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 5 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Respiratory Therapist: 2 Speech Language Pathologist: 1 Physical Therapy Assistant: 1 Medical Director: 1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant837015351,18691100%7.2
Registered Nurse3894715,95391100%7.6
Licensed Practical Nurse23133612,60591100%7
Other Dietary Services Staff130134,67691100%7.1
Dental Services Staff6062,25691100%7
Respiratory Therapy Technician2241,8537987%9.2
Speech Language Pathologist4151,8157684%7.3
Physical Therapy Assistant2131,5657886%9.1
Physical Therapy Aide5051,5647481%6.5
Occupational Therapy Aide3031,1066571%7
Qualified Social Worker3039896571%8.2
Mental Health Service Worker1015046369%8
Nurse Practitioner1014725965%8
Dietitian1013925560%7.1
RN Director of Nursing1013724954%7.6
Administrator1013434954%7
Respiratory Therapist0222974853%4.7
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist0112685662%4.8
Occupational Therapy Assistant0552013235%5.4
Medical Director011652629%2.5
153 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
47 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
36 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
13 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 100%
6 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 100%
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 87%
5 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 84%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 86%
5 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 81%
3 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 71%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 71%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 69%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 65%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 60%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 54%
1 Administrator
% of Days 54%
2 Respiratory Therapist
% of Days 53%
1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days 62%
5 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 35%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 29%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 271
Medicare
59
21.8% of residents
Medicaid
207
76.4% of residents
Private pay or other
5
1.8% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Family Member Group

Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Family Council

Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, 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. 9.3
5% better than New York average

New York average: 9.8

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 20.7
14% worse than New York average

New York average: 18.1

Long-stay resident measures
Above average New York avg: 4.3 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 19.0%
16% worse than New York average

New York average: 16.4%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 15.1%
9% better than New York average

New York 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 28.1%
31% worse than New York average

New York average: 21.4%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.4%
15% worse than New York average

New York average: 3.0%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 4.4%
39% better than New York average

New York average: 7.2%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.3%
64% worse than New York average

New York average: 1.4%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 4.7%
24% better than New York average

New York average: 6.1%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 43.5%
140% worse than New York average

New York average: 18.1%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 5.5%
57% better than New York average

New York average: 12.6%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.0%
7% better than New York average

New York average: 91.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 99.2%
In line with New York average

New York average: 95.2%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.02
18% worse than New York average

New York average: 1.71

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.56
16% worse than New York average

New York average: 1.35

Short-stay resident measures
Above average New York avg: 3.7 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 78.3%
In line with New York average

New York average: 76.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.1%
14% better than New York average

New York average: 1.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 83.8%
6% better than New York average

New York average: 78.8%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 17.7%
14% better than New York average

New York average: 20.6%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 6.6%
32% better than New York average

New York average: 9.7%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 1.1%
47% worse than New York average

New York average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 48.1%
10% worse than New York average

New York average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 41.6%
18% worse than New York average

New York average: 50.6%

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