Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
1014 Delaware Ave · Buffalo, NY · 14209 · 7168836782
200 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Centers Health Care
Why this verdict
- Carries CMS’s abuse warning icon.
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $139,721 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
CMS abuse warning
CMS flags this facility with its abuse icon: cited for abuse that caused harm in the past year, or potential harm in the past two years.
2 abuse-related citations at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
3 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
$139,721 in federal fines in the last 24 months
2 fines — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.32 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.49 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.80 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 56% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $139,721 |
Inspection citations (36 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G November 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected December 29, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Actual harm · G November 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 29, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.
Corrected December 29, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected December 29, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected December 29, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Actual harm · H July 1, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected August 27, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E July 1, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected August 27, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E July 1, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected August 27, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · F July 1, 2025 · found via complaint
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected August 27, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D June 17, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected August 6, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 17, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected August 6, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 17, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 6, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 17, 2025
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 August 6, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 17, 2025
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected September 15, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 17, 2025
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected September 15, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E June 17, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 6, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E June 17, 2025 · 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 August 6, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected August 6, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E June 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected August 6, 2025 · Environmental
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No harm found · C June 17, 2025
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected August 6, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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No harm found · C June 17, 2025
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected August 6, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected June 6, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected June 6, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 7, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected June 25, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E May 7, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 25, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| November 12, 2025 | Fine | $36,478 |
| June 17, 2025 | Fine | $103,243 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 335638 · certified since April 8, 1980. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.