Apex Rehabilitation & Care Center
Nursing Home · Huntington Station, NY
CMS certification number335067
Contact & location
78 Birchwood DrHuntington Station, NY 11746
Suffolk County
- Phone
- (631) 423-3200
- ZIP code
- 11746 – all care providers
Facility details
- Certified beds
- 195
- Residents per day
- 183.6 (94% occupied)
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Legal name
- S & L Birchwood LLC
- Medicare certified since
- January 1, 1967
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Council
- Resident council
CMS star ratings
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.
- Total nurse staffing
- 3.69 (state 3.62 · U.S. 3.86)
- Registered nurses (RN)
- 1.07 (state 0.71 · U.S. 0.69)
- Licensed practical nurses
- 0.31 (state 0.76 · U.S. 0.86)
- Nurse aides
- 2.31 (state 2.15 · U.S. 2.32)
- Weekend total
- 3.30 (state 3.18 · U.S. 3.42)
- Nursing staff turnover
- 31.4 (state 40.3 · U.S. 45.8)%
- RN turnover
- 50.0 (state 39.8 · U.S. 42.9)%
- Administrators who left
- 0 in the last year
Inspections
- Last standard inspection
- April 16, 2025
- Health deficiencies (last cycle)
- 12.0 (state 8.0 · U.S. 9.3)
- From complaints
- 3
- Citations on record (3 years)
- 31 health · 1 fire safety
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-04-16 | 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 |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-23 |
| 2025-04-16 | 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 2025-05-23 |
| 2025-04-16 | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. F0835 · Administration Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-23 |
| 2025-04-16 | Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws. F0839 · Administration Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-23 |
| 2025-04-16 | 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 2025-05-23 |
| 2025-04-16 | 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 · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-23 |
| 2025-04-16 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. F0610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-23 |
| 2025-04-16 | 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 2025-05-23 |
| 2025-04-16 | 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 2025-05-23 |
| 2025-04-16 | Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. F0790 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-23 |
| 2025-04-16 | 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 |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-23 |
| 2025-04-16 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-05-23 |
| 2024-02-27 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. F0697 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-03-30 |
| 2024-02-14 | 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 |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-03-30 |
| 2024-02-14 | 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 |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-03-30 |
| 2024-02-14 | 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. F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-03-30 |
| 2024-02-14 | 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 2024-03-30 |
| 2024-02-14 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. F0610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-03-30 |
| 2024-02-14 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. F0641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-03-30 |
| 2024-02-14 | 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 |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-03-30 |
| 2024-02-14 | 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 2024-03-30 |
| 2024-02-14 | 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 2024-03-30 |
| 2024-02-14 | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. F0726 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-03-30 |
| 2024-02-14 | Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them. F0776 · Administration Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-03-30 |
| 2024-02-14 | Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. F0790 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-03-30 |
| 2024-02-14 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-03-30 |
| 2022-02-14 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2022-04-11 |
| 2022-02-14 | 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 |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2022-04-11 |
| 2022-02-14 | 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 2022-04-11 |
| 2022-02-14 | 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 2022-04-11 |
| 2022-02-14 | 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 2022-04-11 |
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
No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.
Ownership & management
| Name | Role | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Oberlander, Zalmen (individual) | 5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 100% | |
| Efroymson, David (individual) | W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE |
Frequently asked questions
What is the rating of Apex Rehabilitation & Care Center?
Apex Rehabilitation & Care Center has a 3-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 Apex Rehabilitation & Care Center have?
It has 195 certified beds and cares for about 184 residents per day.
Has Apex Rehabilitation & Care Center been fined?
CMS lists no federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.
What is the phone number of Apex Rehabilitation & Care Center?
(631) 423-3200. The facility is located at 78 Birchwood Dr, Huntington Station, NY 11746.
Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.