Briarcliff Manor Center For Rehab And Nursing Care

Nursing Home · Briarcliff Manor, NY

CMS overall rating 1/5 For profit - Partnership

CMS certification number335005

Contact & location

620 Sleepy Hollow Road
Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510
Westchester County
Phone
(914) 941-5100
ZIP code
10510 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
120
Residents per day
110.7 (92% occupied)
Ownership
For profit - Partnership
Legal name
Sapphire HC, LLC
Chain
Excelsior Care Group (33 facilities, avg 2.5★)
Medicare certified since
January 1, 1967
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 1/5
State avg 3.0
Health inspections★★★★★ 2/5
State avg 2.7
Staffing★★★★★ 1/5
State avg 2.8
Quality measures★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 3.9
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 4/5
Short-stay quality★★★★★ 4/5

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
3.23 (state 3.62 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
0.56 (state 0.71 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
0.85 (state 0.76 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
1.82 (state 2.15 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
3.13 (state 3.18 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
55.6 (state 40.3 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
71.4 (state 39.8 · U.S. 42.9)%
Administrators who left
1 in the last year

Inspections

Last standard inspection
March 12, 2025
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
10.0 (state 8.0 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
1
Citations on record (3 years)
33 health · 20 fire safety · includes immediate jeopardy
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2025-06-20 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection
G
Actual harm
Corrected 2025-08-12
2025-03-12 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-05-07
2025-03-12 Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
F0578 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-05-07
2025-03-12 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.
F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-05-07
2025-03-12 Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
F0609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-05-07
2025-03-12 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-05-07
2025-03-12 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-05-07
2025-03-12 Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
F0695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-05-07
2025-03-12 Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
F0725 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-05-07
2025-03-12 Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
F0730 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-05-07
2025-03-12 Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
F0883 · Infection Control Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-05-07
2025-03-12 Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
F0657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-05-07
2025-03-12 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-05-07
2025-01-17 Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
F0559 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2025-03-10
2024-04-19 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-06-14
2024-02-02 Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
F0725 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · complaint inspection
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-03-31
2024-02-02 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-03-31
2024-02-02 Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
F0814 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-03-31
2024-02-02 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-03-31
2024-02-02 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-03-31
2024-02-02 Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
F0582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-03-31
2024-02-02 Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
F0610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-03-31
2024-02-02 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-03-31
2024-02-02 Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
F0692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-03-31
2024-02-02 Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
F0842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2024-03-31
2023-09-29 Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
F0760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · complaint inspection
J
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety
Corrected 2023-11-13
2023-09-29 Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
F0755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · complaint inspection
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2023-11-13
2020-11-10 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2020-12-30
2020-11-10 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2020-12-30
2020-11-10 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2020-12-30
2020-11-10 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
Corrected 2020-12-30
2020-11-10 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
B
No actual harm, potential for minimal harm
Corrected 2020-12-30
2020-11-10 Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
F0558 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
B
No actual harm, potential for minimal harm
Corrected 2020-12-30

Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results

Fines & penalties

2 penalties in the last three years, including $97,282 in fines.

DateTypeAmount
2025-06-20Fine$37,076
2023-09-29Fine$60,206

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Berkowitz, Cheskel (individual)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 13%
Leifer, Joel (individual)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 25%
Platschek, Richard (individual)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 25%
Zupnick, Joel (individual)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 38%
Appelbaum, Yakov (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Berkowitz, Cheskel (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Excelsior Care Group (organization)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Leifer, Joel (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Olonilua, Patricia (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Platschek, Richard (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Saxena, Amit (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Steinberg, Moshe (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Zupnick, Joel (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Berkowitz, Cheskel (individual)Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE
Leifer, Joel (individual)Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE
Platschek, Richard (individual)Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE
Steinberg, Moshe (individual)Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE
Stern, Samuel (individual)Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE
Zupnick, Joel (individual)Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE
Appelbaum, Yakov (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Excelsior Care Group (organization)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Olonilua, Patricia (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Saxena, Amit (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Steinberg, Moshe (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Stern, Samuel (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Briarcliff Manor Center For Rehab And Nursing Care?

Briarcliff Manor Center For Rehab And Nursing Care has a 1-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.0-star average in New York.

How many beds does Briarcliff Manor Center For Rehab And Nursing Care have?

It has 120 certified beds and cares for about 111 residents per day.

Has Briarcliff Manor Center For Rehab And Nursing Care been fined?

Yes. CMS lists 2 penalties totaling $97,282 in the last three years.

Who owns Briarcliff Manor Center For Rehab And Nursing Care?

It is part of Excelsior Care Group and is classified as for profit - partnership. See the ownership table above for all owners and managers reported to CMS.

What is the phone number of Briarcliff Manor Center For Rehab And Nursing Care?

(914) 941-5100. The facility is located at 620 Sleepy Hollow Road, Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510.

Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.