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Nursing Home in Staten Island

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.

Verrazano Nursing and Post-Acute Center

Nursing Home in Staten Island

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.

Verrazano Nursing and Post-Acute Center

Access & Eligibility

Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.

Medicaid Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Payment & Funding Options

Medicaid Medicare

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.

27 inspections

27 with citations, 0 without citations

121 complaints

100.8 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.

Latest inspection

Date April 24, 2025
Complaint Investigation

55 total citations

Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

27 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 5

New York average 3.6


Last Health inspection on Apr 2025

Total health citations 20

New York average 18.5

Citations per inspection
4

New York average 5.05


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

6 of 20 citations resulted from standard inspections; 11 of 20 resulted from complaint investigations; and 3 of 20 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 2
900% worse than New York average

New York average: 0.2

0 critical citations More info New York average: 0.2

2 serious citations More info New York average: 0.2

18 moderate citations More info New York average: 17.4

0 minor citations 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. Apr 24, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Mar 19, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Mar 19, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Mar 19, 2025
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Staten Island The information below is reported by the New York State Department of Health.

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

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Silver Lake Specialized Rehabilitation and 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.

Staten Island
278
65.7%
-26%
2.80
+117%
-22%
0
11
3.7
0
191
-
-
Kraus, Simone
$40.6M
$13.8M
34.1%
335196
Verrazano Nursing and Post-Acute 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.

Staten Island
120
92.1%
+4%
3.00
-29%
-16%
14
20
4.0
2
115
-
-
Gelley, David
$18.5M
$5.8M
31.4%
335273
Richmond Center for Rehabilitation and Specialty Healthcare
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.

Staten Island
372
94.7%
+7%
4.87
-49%
+36%
0
25
8.3
0
357
-
-
-
$70.3M
$21.7M
30.8%
335772
Golden Gate Rehabilitation & Health 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.

Staten Island
238
94.7%
+7%
2.51
+56%
-30%
0
18
4.5
3
234
-
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Estate Of Deborah Philipson
$37.1M
$10.4M
27.9%
335502

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

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

Total staff 160
Employees 148
Contractors 12
Staff to resident ratio 1.47:1
737% better than New York average

New York average ratio: 0.18:1

Avg staff/day 54
Average shift 7.2 hours
6% worse than New York average

New York average: 7.7 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 35,311
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 14
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.2 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 27
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.4 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 81
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.6 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

3.8%

1,342 contractor hours this quarter

Occupational Therapy Assistant: 3 Other Physician: 3 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Feeding Assistant: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 1 Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant8108118,32891100%7.6
Licensed Practical Nurse270275,82991100%7.4
Registered Nurse140143,07191100%8.2
Other Dietary Services Staff3031,0578189%6.4
Physical Therapy Aide3031,0266774%7.8
Other Social Services Staff3031,0068897%7.1
Respiratory Therapy Technician5059387279%6.9
Speech Language Pathologist0228606470%7.8
Clinical Nurse Specialist3035198189%5
Physical Therapy Assistant2024897178%6.2
Mental Health Service Worker3034787077%5.7
Nurse Practitioner1014256066%7.1
Administrator1014166369%6.6
Dental Services Staff1013154246%7.5
Feeding Assistant0221384752%2.6
Qualified Social Worker0111264954%2.6
Other Physician033943235%2.8
Medical Director011781314%6
Occupational Therapy Aide101732730%2.7
Occupational Therapy Assistant033472426%1.7
81 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
27 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
14 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
3 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 89%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 74%
3 Other Social Services Staff
% of Days 97%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 79%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 70%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 89%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 78%
3 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 77%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 66%
1 Administrator
% of Days 69%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 46%
2 Feeding Assistant
% of Days 52%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 54%
3 Other Physician
% of Days 35%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 14%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 30%
3 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 26%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total census
109 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
7 residents (6.4%)
Medicaid
100 residents (91.7%)
Private pay or other
2 residents (1.8%)
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.

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. 18.2
85% worse 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. 32.1
77% worse than New York average

New York average: 18.1

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 32.4%
97% 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 36.4%
119% worse 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 27.6%
29% 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 2.2%
27% better 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 12.0%
68% worse than New York average

New York average: 7.2%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.0%
42% 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 8.0%
31% worse than New York average

New York average: 6.1%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 27.0%
49% worse than New York average

New York average: 18.1%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 9.8%
22% 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 99.2%
9% 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 94.3%
In line with New York average

New York average: 95.2%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
30% better than New York average

New York average: 76.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% 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 71.0%
10% worse than New York average

New York average: 78.8%

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 $157K
137% higher than New York average

New York average: $66K

Number of fines 14
591% more fines than New York average

New York average: 2.0

Payment Denials Info 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 average

New York average: 0.1

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $157K
New York average $66K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Apr 16, 2024
$70K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Feb 20, 2024
$5K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Feb 12, 2024
$5K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jan 22, 2024
$15K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Community First Choice Option

NY Medicaid CFCO

Age 65+ or disabled, New York resident, Medicaid- eligible, care need (not necessarily nursing home level).

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$30,182 (individual, higher due to NY Medicaid expansion).

Higher asset limit; urban density increases demand.

Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP)

NY EISEP

Age 60+, New York resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.

~$2,500/month (individual, varies).

$15,000 (individual).

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

Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE)

NY SCRIE

Age 62+, NYC resident, live in rent-controlled/stabilized apartment, spend >1/3 of income on rent.

$50,000/year (household).

No strict asset cap, but income-focused eligibility.

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

Senior Citizen Homeowners’ Exemption (SCHE)

NY SCHE

Age 65+, NYC resident, own and live in a 1-3 family home, co-op, or condo.

$58,399/year (household).

No strict asset cap, income-driven eligibility.

Applies only in NYC; excludes large apartment buildings.

New York Foundation for Senior Citizens (NYFSC) Home Sharing Program

NYFSC Home Sharing

One participant must be 60+ (host or guest), NYC resident, able to share living space.

No strict limit, but targets those needing cost relief.

Not applicable; focus on housing need.

Primarily NYC-focused; limited slots due to demand.