Bronxcare Special Care Center
1265 Fulton Avenue · Bronx, NY · 10456 · 7185797000
240 certified beds Non profit - Corporation
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.65 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.65 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.46 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.32 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 23% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (15 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 14, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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No harm found · C August 14, 2025
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 8, 2023
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Corrected June 30, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E June 8, 2023
Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.
Corrected June 30, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 8, 2023
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected June 30, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 8, 2023
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected June 30, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 8, 2023
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected June 30, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 8, 2023
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected June 30, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 8, 2023
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected June 30, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 8, 2023 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected June 30, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D October 28, 2020
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected December 1, 2020 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D October 28, 2020
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected December 1, 2020 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 335753 · certified since September 13, 1991. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.