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Nursing homes in Suffolk County, New York
There are 41 certified nursing homes in Suffolk County, New York, with 8,325 beds between them.
34% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a smaller share than the state (41%). Inspectors recorded 643 health deficiencies over three cycles, 7.7 per 100 beds against 10.8 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $1.1M across 20 fines.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026.
| Measure | Suffolk County | New York | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 41 | 593 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 34% | 41% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 7.7 | 10.8 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 3.7 | 3.5 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $1.1M | $14M | $457M |
Facilities
Sorted by overall rating. "Citations" are health deficiencies over three survey cycles; "per 100 beds" divides by certified beds.
Most-cited tags in the county
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | 47 |
| F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | 45 |
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 40 |
| F0761 | 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. | 32 |
| F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | 30 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For profit | 32 |
| Non profit | 8 |
| Government | 1 |
Chains present: Carerite Centers (5), Paragon Healthnet (4), Center Management Group (3), Optima Care (2), Cassena Care (2), The Mcguire Group (1), National Health Care Associates (1), State Of New York Comptroller'S Office (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Suffolk County, New York?
41 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 8,325 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Suffolk County have the highest CMS ratings?
Acadia Center For Nursing and Rehabilitation (5 stars), Berkshire Nursing & Rehabilitation Center (5 stars), Brookside Multicare Nursing Center (5 stars)
How do Suffolk County nursing homes compare with New York?
34% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 41% statewide; citations run at 7.7 per 100 beds against 10.8 statewide.