Berkshire Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
10 Berkshire Road · West Babylon, NY · 11704 · 6315870600
175 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
The composite number cleared 70 points, but Recommended is gated: immediate-jeopardy citation in the current inspection cycle. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.78 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.58 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.54 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 29% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $31,770 |
Inspection citations (10 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2026
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected April 14, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2026
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected April 14, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2026
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected April 14, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2026
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 April 14, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2026
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected April 14, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Immediate jeopardy · J September 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 30, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected November 22, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Actual harm · G August 20, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 16, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected September 20, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2024 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected September 27, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 22, 2025 | Fine | $23,258 |
| August 20, 2024 | Fine | $8,512 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 335083 · certified since August 1, 1970. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.