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Cypress Garden Center for Nursing and Rehabilitati
139 66 35th Avenue, Flushing, NY 11354 (opens Google Maps) · Queens County · (718) 961-5300· 278 certified beds · avg 262 residents/day · certified since Jul 1, 1975 · Medicare and Medicaid certified
Certified for both programmes. Certification means the facility can bill Medicaid — it does not mean a Medicaid-funded bed is free right now, so ask directly. Who pays for nursing home care →
Part of chain: EXCELSIOR CARE GROUP (33 facilities, chain avg rating 2.5★)
4/5
Health inspection rating (on-site)
inspected Sep 23, 2024
0
Serious findings on record
$0
Fines, last 3 years
2.68
Nurse hours/resident/day (adjusted)
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What health inspectors found (on-site government inspections — the most independent evidence available)
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Health inspection rating: ★★★★☆4/5 · CMS overall rating: 5/5 · how star ratings work →
The health inspection star above is graded on a curve within each state — a set share of each state's facilities gets each star level — so a facility can have few citations and still rate 2–3 stars if others in its state did even better. The overall rating combines that inspection score with staffing and quality measures from resident assessments and claims.
Inspection findings in the public record
Showing the latest 3 of 13 inspection findings. Open the full record below to read every finding.
The facility did not protect residents from abuse or neglect. This covers physical, mental, and sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect, by anyone — staff, other residents, or visitors. · from a complaint F-0600
The facility did not provide a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike environment, including safe support for residents' daily living needs. F-0584
The facility did not keep its building and grounds safe, functional, clean, and comfortable for residents, staff, and visitors. F-0921
View all 13 inspection findingsShow only the latest 3 findings
CMS publishes roughly the last three inspection cycles plus recent complaint investigations. Older surveys drop out of the record as new ones are completed — that window is CMS's, not ours. Within it, every citation CMS publishes for this facility is listed here: none excluded.
| Date | Severity | What the facility was cited for |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 1, 2025 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not protect residents from abuse or neglect. This covers physical, mental, and sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect, by anyone — staff, other residents, or visitors. · from a complaint · F-0600 |
| Sep 23, 2024 | E · Potential for more than minimal harm, pattern | The facility did not provide a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike environment, including safe support for residents' daily living needs. · F-0584 |
| Sep 23, 2024 | E · Potential for more than minimal harm, pattern | The facility did not keep its building and grounds safe, functional, clean, and comfortable for residents, staff, and visitors. · F-0921 |
| Sep 23, 2024 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not develop a resident's complete plan of care within 7 days of the full assessment, or the plan wasn't prepared, reviewed, and updated by a team of health professionals as required. · F-0657 |
| Sep 23, 2024 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not help a resident get vision and hearing services — such as eye exams, glasses, hearing tests, or hearing aids. · F-0685 |
| Sep 23, 2024 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not treat residents with dignity and respect, or did not honor their rights to make their own decisions and communicate freely. This is one of the most fundamental resident rights. · from a complaint · F-0550 |
| Jul 5, 2022 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not provide the help residents need with basic daily activities — like bathing, dressing, eating, and using the bathroom — for residents who cannot do these things on their own. · F-0677 |
| Sep 23, 2019 | F · Potential for more than minimal harm, widespread | The facility did not get its food from approved, safe sources, or did not store, prepare, and serve food according to professional food safety standards. · F-0812 |
| Sep 23, 2019 | E · Potential for more than minimal harm, pattern | The facility did not provide a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike environment, including safe support for residents' daily living needs. · F-0584 |
| Sep 23, 2019 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not treat residents with dignity and respect, or did not honor their rights to make their own decisions and communicate freely. This is one of the most fundamental resident rights. · F-0550 |
| Sep 23, 2019 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not provide the social services residents need — such as counseling, help with adjustment, or connecting to outside resources — to achieve the best possible quality of life. · F-0745 |
| Sep 23, 2019 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not try to gradually reduce doses of mood- and mind-altering medications or use non-drug approaches first, as required, or used 'as needed' psychiatric drugs without proper limits. · F-0758 |
| Sep 23, 2019 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not have or follow an effective program to prevent and control infections — such as proper hand washing, cleaning, and isolation practices. This is the most commonly cited deficiency nationwide. · F-0880 |
Inspection trend by year
Citations from standard inspections increased between the last two inspection cycles (1 → 4).
All citationsSerious citations (G–L)
2019
All citations: 6
Serious citations (G–L): 0
2022
All citations: 1
Serious citations (G–L): 0
2024
All citations: 5
Serious citations (G–L): 0
2025
All citations: 1
Serious citations (G–L): 0
All bars start at zero. Exact values and supporting details remain below.
| Year | Citations | Serious (G–L) | Worst severity that year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 6 | 0 | F |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | D |
| 2024 | 5 | 0 | E |
| 2025 | 1 | 0 | D |
Counts reflect the current CMS public record (~3 inspection cycles plus complaint investigations); years with no surveys show no row. Inspection frequency varies, so compare severity as well as counts.
Fines and enforcement (last 3 years)
Nurse staffing (from payroll records, adjusted for how much care residents need)
What these staffing numbers mean →
This facilityNew York averageU.S. average
Total nurse staffing (hours per resident per day)
This facility: 2.68
New York average: 3.58
U.S. average: 3.95
Registered Nurse hours
This facility: 0.55
New York average: 0.68
U.S. average: 0.69
Weekend total nurse staffing
This facility: 2.47
New York average: 3.13
U.S. average: 3.50
All bars start at zero. Exact values and supporting details remain below.
| Measure | This facility | New York avg | U.S. avg | Where it stands |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing (hours per resident per day) | 2.68 | 3.58 | 3.95 | bottom 8% in New York; bottom 6% in the U.S. |
| Registered Nurse hours | 0.55 | 0.68 | 0.69 | bottom 46% in New York; bottom 45% in the U.S. |
| Weekend total nurse staffing | 2.47 | 3.13 | 3.50 | bottom 13% in New York; bottom 8% in the U.S. |
| Weekend RN hours (not acuity-adjusted) | 0.42 | 0.48 | 0.48 | top 38% in New York; top 45% in the U.S. |
| Total nursing staff turnover (%) | 25.4 | 40.3 | 45.8 | top 15% in New York; top 8% in the U.S. |
| RN turnover (%) | 42.9 | 39.8 | 42.9 | bottom 40% in New York; bottom 49% in the U.S. |
Hours are per resident per day for the most recent quarter of payroll data in this CMS release (2026-08-01) — the same quarter for every facility — case-mix adjusted by CMS so facilities caring for sicker residents can be compared fairly (same basis as the CMS staffing star). "Top X%" means better than most facilities: more staffing hours, or lower turnover. Raw (unadjusted) reported hours: total 2.97, RN 0.61, weekend 2.74.Comparing with Medicare Care Compare? Care Compare shows the raw figure (2.97 here, displayed there as hours and minutes), not the adjusted one above. Both are correct; they answer different questions. Staffing rating: 2/5.
Quality measures: assessments & claims
Note: CMS combines facility-reported resident assessments (MDS) with claims-based measures. These are different sources from on-site inspection findings. Read the measures alongside inspection and staffing records; a high QM rating does not establish that a home is safe.
Quality measures rating: 5/5 · long-stay residents: 5/5 · short-stay residents: 4/5
Costs & payment
Price evidence · separate from quality
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Who owns this facility
How to read ownership records →
Ownership records as published by CMS on 2026-08-01. CMS records when an owner joined but not when they left. Listed here and no longer involved? Tell us →
For profit - Limited Liability company
| Owner / manager | Type | Role | Stake | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berkowitz, Cheskel | Individual | 5% or Greater Direct Ownership Interest | 39% | 12/05/2013 |
| David, Rochel | Individual | 5% or Greater Direct Ownership Interest | 10% | 12/05/2013 |
| Friedman, Leah | Individual | 5% or Greater Direct Ownership Interest | 10% | 12/05/2013 |
| Landa, Sheya | Individual | 5% or Greater Direct Ownership Interest | 24% | 12/05/2013 |
| Rubenstein, David | Individual | 5% or Greater Direct Ownership Interest | 17% | 12/05/2013 |
| Ali, Aleem | Individual | Operational/Managerial Control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2023 |
| Ali, Aleem | Individual | ADP of the SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2023 |
| Berkowitz, Cheskel | Individual | Managing Control - Governing Body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/05/2013 |
| Berkowitz, Cheskel | Individual | ADP of the SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/05/2013 |
| David, Rochel | Individual | ADP of the SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/05/2013 |
| Excelsior Care Group | Organization | Operational/Managerial Control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/12/2019 |
| Excelsior Care Group | Organization | ADP of the SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/11/2025 |
| Friedman, Leah | Individual | ADP of the SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/05/2013 |
| Gatasi, Alice | Individual | Operational/Managerial Control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| Gatasi, Alice | Individual | ADP of the SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| Krieger, Ezra | Individual | Operational/Managerial Control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/22/2024 |
| Krieger, Ezra | Individual | ADP of the SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/22/2024 |
| Rubenstein, David | Individual | ADP of the SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/05/2013 |
| Steinberg, Moshe | Individual | Operational/Managerial Control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/12/2019 |
| Steinberg, Moshe | Individual | ADP of the SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/12/2019 |
Showing 20 of 21 parties CMS has on file for this facility; 1 are not displayed. The full list is in the CMS Ownership dataset.
Other facilities in the same chain
CMS lists this facility under the chain Excelsior Care Group — 33 facilities in the current records. Chain membership says who operates these homes. It says nothing about how any individual one of them was inspected; each has its own record.
- Nassau Rehabilitation & Nursing Center — Hempstead, NY · overall 3/5
- Seagate Rehabilitation and Nursing Center — Brooklyn, NY · overall 2/5abuse
- Staten Island Care Center — Staten Island, NY · overall 5/5
- Throgs Neck Rehabilitation & Nursing Center — Bronx, NY · overall 3/5
- Ambassador Healthcare at College Park — Fort Myers, FL · overall 1/5
- Azure Shores Rehab — Miami, FL · overall 2/5
- Beach Breeze Rehab and Care Center — West Palm Beach, FL · overall 2/5
- Boca Circle Rehabilitation Center — Boca Raton, FL · overall 2/5
Listed by state, then facility name — not a ranking. Showing 8 of the 32 others, continuing from this facility's own place in that list.
Questions to ask on your visit
Generated from this facility's actual citation record — bring them to a tour and ask the administrator directly.
- "Tell me about this abuse or neglect citation — what happened, and what specific changes did you make afterward?"
- "Can we tour the resident rooms, bathrooms, and common areas today, including areas not on the usual tour route?"
- "Can we tour the whole building today, including resident bathrooms and common areas, not just the lobby?"
- "Who is on the team that builds each resident's care plan, and how quickly is it in place after admission?"
- "How do you arrange eye and hearing care for residents, including appointments and equipment like glasses or hearing aids?"
- "Can you give me examples of how your staff protect residents' dignity in everyday care, like bathing and dressing?"
- "How many aides are on each shift, and how do you make sure every resident gets timely help with bathing, dressing, and meals?"
- "What did your most recent kitchen inspection find, and can I see how food is stored and prepared?"
Also worth asking anywhere
- "Your weekend nurse staffing is reported below the New York midpoint — how does the weekend schedule differ from a weekday?"
- "Can I see the plan of correction for the findings in your most recent state inspection?"
- "CMS reports 25% total nursing staff turnover here — who on the care team has been with you longest?"
- "The ownership record on file lists 21 owning or managing parties — who makes the decisions about staffing levels?"
- "Can I visit again unannounced, at a mealtime or on a weekend?"
Nearby facilities (12 closest of 272 within 20 miles)
| Facility | Distance | City | Overall | Inspection | Flags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterview Nursing Care Center | 0.0 mi | Flushing, NY | ★★★☆☆ | 3/5 | |
| Woodcrest Rehab & Residential H C Center, L L C | 0.0 mi | Flushing, NY | ★★★☆☆ | 3/5 | |
| Cliffside Rehab & Residential Health Care Center | 0.0 mi | Flushing, NY | ★★★★☆ | 4/5 | |
| Union Plaza Care Center | 0.0 mi | Flushing, NY | ★★★★★ | 4/5 | |
| Sapphire Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing of Ce | 0.3 mi | Flushing, NY | ★★☆☆☆ | 1/5 | |
| The Pavilion at Queens for Rehabilitation & Nursin | 0.4 mi | Flushing, NY | ★★★☆☆ | 2/5 | |
| Long Island Care Center INC | 0.5 mi | Flushing, NY | ★★★★★ | 4/5 | |
| Elmhurst Care Center, INC, | 0.5 mi | East Elmhurst, NY | ★★★★☆ | 4/5 | |
| Franklin Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing | 1.1 mi | Flushing, NY | ★★★☆☆ | 3/5 | |
| Bridge View Nursing Home | 1.2 mi | Whitestone, NY | ★★★★☆ | 4/5 | |
| The Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing at Queens | 1.3 mi | Whitesone, NY | ★★★★☆ | 4/5 | |
| Park Terrace Care Center | 1.9 mi | Corona, NY | ★★☆☆☆ | 2/5 |
Compare this facility with the 3 closest →
Other facilities in the same county
CMS records place this facility in Queens, NY — 56 certified facilities there. These are outside the 20-mile list above, or far enough down it not to appear.
- Dry Harbor Nursing Home — Middle Village, NY · overall 5/5
- Fairview Nursing Care Center INC. — Forest Hills, NY · overall 4/5
- Far Rockaway Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing — Far Rockaway, NY · overall 4/5
- Forest Hills Care Center — Forest Hills, NY · overall 4/5
- Forest View Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing — Forest Hills, NY · overall 5/5
- Haven Manor Health Care Center, LLC — Far Rockaway, NY · overall 1/5
Listed by facility name — not a ranking. Homes already in the table above are not repeated here.
Facility data as of CMS processing date 2026-08-01. CCN 335446.