Apex Rehabilitation & Care Center
78 Birchwood Dr · Huntington Station, NY · 11746 · 6314233200
195 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 76 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.63 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.02 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.26 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 34% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (31 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected May 23, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2025
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected May 23, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected May 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E April 16, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected May 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected May 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2025
Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
Corrected May 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F April 16, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected May 23, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected May 23, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 23, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected May 23, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E April 16, 2025 · found via complaint
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected May 23, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E April 16, 2025 · found via complaint
Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws.
Corrected May 23, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected March 30, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 14, 2024
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected March 30, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 14, 2024
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected March 30, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 14, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected March 30, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 14, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected March 30, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 14, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected March 30, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 14, 2024
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected March 30, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D February 14, 2024
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Corrected March 30, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E February 14, 2024
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected March 30, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 14, 2024
Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them.
Corrected March 30, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D February 14, 2024
Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
Corrected March 30, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 14, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 30, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E February 14, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected March 30, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 335067 · certified since January 1, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.