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The Heritage Rehabilitation and Health Care Center
5606 15th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219 (opens Google Maps) · Kings County · (718) 851-1000· 79 certified beds · avg 74 residents/day · certified since Jan 1, 1967 · 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: SHIMON LEFKOWITZ (5 facilities, chain avg rating 2.8★)
5/5
Health inspection rating (on-site)
inspected May 15, 2025
1
Serious findings on record
most recent Nov 26, 2021
$0
Fines, last 3 years
3.10
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: ★★★★★5/5 · 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.
Most serious findings (actual harm or immediate jeopardy)
▲ Immediate jeopardy, pattern · Nov 26, 2021 · F-0604
The facility used physical restraints — devices that limit a resident's movement — when they weren't needed for medical treatment.
▲ Immediate jeopardy, pattern · Nov 26, 2021 · F-0604
The facility used physical restraints — devices that limit a resident's movement — when they weren't needed for medical treatment.
Why it matters: Unneeded restraints can cause injuries, muscle loss, and deep emotional distress.
Severity (K): Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety was cited. The scope was a pattern: more than a limited occurrence, without being widespread. Scope describes the extent of the deficiency, not whether it happened on previous inspections.
Corrected: Jan 21, 2022 (Deficient, Provider has date of correction)
Inspection findings in the public record
Showing the latest 3 of 14 inspection findings. Open the full record below to read every finding.
The facility did not create and follow a basic care plan covering a new resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of admission. The first days are when a new resident is most vulnerable. F-0655
The facility allowed residents to lose the ability to do daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and eating — when there was no medical reason for the decline. Good care helps residents keep the abilities they have. F-0676
The facility's menus did not meet residents' nutritional needs, or were not prepared in advance, followed as written, kept up to date, or reviewed by a dietician. F-0803
View all 14 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2025 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not create and follow a basic care plan covering a new resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of admission. The first days are when a new resident is most vulnerable. · F-0655 |
| May 15, 2025 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility allowed residents to lose the ability to do daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and eating — when there was no medical reason for the decline. Good care helps residents keep the abilities they have. · F-0676 |
| Aug 17, 2023 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility's menus did not meet residents' nutritional needs, or were not prepared in advance, followed as written, kept up to date, or reviewed by a dietician. · F-0803 |
| Nov 26, 2021 | ▲ K · Immediate jeopardy, pattern | The facility used physical restraints — devices that limit a resident's movement — when they weren't needed for medical treatment. · F-0604 |
| Nov 26, 2021 | E · Potential for more than minimal harm, pattern | The facility did not run an ongoing quality assurance committee that reviews care problems and creates plans to fix them. · F-0867 |
| Nov 26, 2021 | E · Potential for more than minimal harm, pattern | 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 |
| Nov 26, 2021 | 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 |
| Nov 26, 2021 | 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 |
| Nov 26, 2021 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not honor residents' rights to request, refuse, or stop treatment, to decline participation in medical research, or to make an advance directive — a written statement of their wishes for future medical care. · F-0578 |
| Nov 26, 2021 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not provide a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike environment, including safe support for residents' daily living needs. · F-0584 |
| Nov 26, 2021 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not respond appropriately to alleged violations, such as reports of abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Facilities must investigate every allegation and protect residents while they do. · F-0610 |
| Nov 26, 2021 | 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 |
| Nov 26, 2021 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not provide the care needed to maintain or improve residents' movement and flexibility — such as range-of-motion exercises — leading to avoidable decline. · F-0688 |
| Nov 26, 2021 | D · Potential for more than minimal harm, isolated | The facility did not make sure the resident's doctor reviewed their care and wrote, signed, and dated progress notes and orders at each required visit. · F-0711 |
Inspection trend by year
Citations from standard inspections increased between the last two inspection cycles (1 → 2).
All citationsSerious citations (G–L)
2021
All citations: 11
Serious citations (G–L): 1
2023
All citations: 1
Serious citations (G–L): 0
2025
All citations: 2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 11 | 1 | K ▲ |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | D |
| 2025 | 2 | 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: 3.10
New York average: 3.58
U.S. average: 3.95
Registered Nurse hours
This facility: 0.63
New York average: 0.68
U.S. average: 0.69
Weekend total nurse staffing
This facility: 2.79
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) | 3.10 | 3.58 | 3.95 | bottom 31% in New York; bottom 17% in the U.S. |
| Registered Nurse hours | 0.63 | 0.68 | 0.69 | top 40% in New York; top 44% in the U.S. |
| Weekend total nurse staffing | 2.79 | 3.13 | 3.50 | bottom 38% in New York; bottom 20% in the U.S. |
| Weekend RN hours (not acuity-adjusted) | 0.44 | 0.48 | 0.48 | top 35% in New York; top 41% in the U.S. |
| Total nursing staff turnover (%) | 34.8 | 40.3 | 45.8 | top 41% in New York; top 24% in the U.S. |
| RN turnover (%) | 55.0 | 39.8 | 42.9 | bottom 18% in New York; bottom 28% 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 3.23, RN 0.66, weekend 2.91.Comparing with Medicare Care Compare? Care Compare shows the raw figure (3.23 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: 3/5 · long-stay residents: 4/5 · short-stay residents: 3/5
Costs & payment
Price evidence · separate from quality
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Who owns this facility
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lefkowitz, Chani | Individual | Direct Ownership Interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/15/2009 |
| Lefkowitz, Shimon | Individual | 5% or Greater Direct Ownership Interest | 98% | 01/01/2008 |
| Badin, Steven | Individual | Operational/Managerial Control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2024 |
| Badin, Steven | Individual | ADP of the SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/07/2025 |
| Binder, Zev | Individual | Operational/Managerial Control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/16/2022 |
| Binder, Zev | Individual | ADP of the SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/07/2025 |
| Lefkowitz, Shimon | Individual | Corporate Officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2008 |
| Lefkowitz, Shimon | Individual | Operational/Managerial Control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2008 |
| Lefkowitz, Shimon | Individual | General Partnership Interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2008 |
| Lefkowitz, Shimon | Individual | ADP of the SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2008 |
All 10 owning or managing parties CMS has on file are shown — none excluded.
Other facilities in the same chain
CMS lists this facility under the chain Shimon Lefkowitz — 5 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.
- Townview Health and Rehabilitation Center — Canonsburg, PA · overall 3/5
- Center for Extended Care at Amherst — Amherst, MA · overall 1/5
- Medway Country Manor Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitat — Medway, MA · overall —/5SFF
- Palm Gardens Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation — Brooklyn, NY · overall 2/5
Listed by state, then facility name — not a ranking.
Questions to ask on your visit
Generated from this facility's actual citation record — bring them to a tour and ask the administrator directly.
- "What is your policy on physical restraints, and what alternatives do you try first?"
- "What does the care plan for a brand-new resident cover in the first 48 hours, and who writes it?"
- "How do you help residents maintain their daily living skills, and how do you measure whether it's working?"
- "Who reviews your menus, and can I see this week's menu and join my family member for a meal?"
- "How does your quality committee work, and can you give an example of a problem it recently identified and fixed?"
- "Who leads your infection prevention program, and how do you make sure staff follow practices like hand hygiene every day?"
- "Can we tour the whole building today, including resident bathrooms and common areas, not just the lobby?"
- "Can you give me examples of how your staff protect residents' dignity in everyday care, like bathing and dressing?"
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 35% total nursing staff turnover here — who on the care team has been with you longest?"
- "Can I visit again unannounced, at a mealtime or on a weekend?"
Nearby facilities (12 closest of 264 within 20 miles)
| Facility | Distance | City | Overall | Inspection | Flags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norwegian Christian Home and Health Center | 0.7 mi | Brooklyn, NY | ★★★★☆ | 4/5 | |
| Boro Park Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare | 0.8 mi | Brooklyn, NY | ★★☆☆☆ | 2/5 | |
| Palm Gardens Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation | 1.3 mi | Brooklyn, NY | ★★☆☆☆ | 3/5 | |
| Bensonhurst Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare | 1.4 mi | Brooklyn, NY | ★★★★★ | 4/5 | |
| Hamilton Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | 1.9 mi | Brooklyn, NY | ★★★★☆ | 3/5 | |
| Caton Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, LLC | 1.9 mi | Brooklyn, NY | ★★★★☆ | 4/5 | |
| Ditmas Park Care Center | 1.9 mi | Brooklyn, NY | ★★★★★ | 4/5 | |
| King David Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation | 2.3 mi | Brooklyn, NY | ★★★★☆ | 3/5 | |
| Haym Solomon Home for the Aged | 2.3 mi | Brooklyn, NY | ★★★★★ | 4/5 | |
| The Monarch at Brooklyn Rehabilitation and Nursing | 2.6 mi | Brooklyn, NY | ★★★★★ | 4/5 | |
| The Chateau at Brooklyn Rehabilitation and Nursing | 3.3 mi | Brooklyn, NY | ★★★★★ | 4/5 | |
| Dr Susan Smith McKinney Nursing and Rehabilitation | 3.5 mi | Brooklyn, NY | ★★★★★ | 5/5 |
Compare this facility with the 3 closest →
Other facilities in the same county
CMS records place this facility in Kings, NY — 40 certified facilities there. These are outside the 20-mile list above, or far enough down it not to appear.
- The Phoenix Rehabilitation and Nursing Center — Brooklyn, NY · overall 5/5
- Atrium Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing — Brooklyn, NY · overall 4/5
- Bedford Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation — Brooklyn, NY · overall 5/5
- Brooklyn Center for Rehabilitation and Residential — Brooklyn, NY · overall 2/5
- Brooklyn Gardens Nursing & Rehabilitation Center — Brooklyn, NY · overall 3/5
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 335104.
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