Morningside Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
1000 Pelham Parkway South · Bronx, NY · 10461 · 7184098200
386 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Cassena Care
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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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.
No standard inspection in over 2 years
The inspection record here is older than usual — conditions may have changed since.
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: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.31 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.18 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.10 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 58% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (22 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D February 2, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 2, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 21, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected May 20, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected February 10, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 12, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected June 12, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 12, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected June 12, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F April 12, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 12, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F April 12, 2024
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected June 12, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E April 12, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected June 12, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2022
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected June 2, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2022
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected June 2, 2022 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2022
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Corrected June 2, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2022
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 2, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2022
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 June 2, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2022
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected June 2, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 8, 2019
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected September 5, 2019 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 8, 2019
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected September 5, 2019 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 8, 2019
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 September 5, 2019 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 8, 2019
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Corrected September 5, 2019 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D July 8, 2019
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 September 5, 2019 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 8, 2019
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected September 5, 2019 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F July 8, 2019
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected September 5, 2019 · Nutrition and Dietary
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No harm found · C July 8, 2019
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected September 5, 2019 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 335484 · certified since April 1, 1976. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.