BronxCare Special Care Center

Nursing Home · Bronx, NY

CMS overall rating 4/5 Non profit - Corporation

CMS certification number335753

Contact & location

1265 Fulton Avenue
Bronx, NY 10456
Bronx County
Phone
(718) 579-7000
ZIP code
10456 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
240
Residents per day
231.7 (97% occupied)
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Legal name
Bronxcare Special Care Center
Medicare certified since
September 13, 1991
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Resident council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 3.0
Health inspections★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 2.7
Staffing★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 2.8
Quality measures★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 3.9
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 3/5
Short-stay quality★★★★★ 3/5

Staffing

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

Total nurse staffing
2.91 (state 3.62 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
0.45 (state 0.71 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
0.45 (state 0.76 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
2.01 (state 2.15 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
2.71 (state 3.18 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
23.9 (state 40.3 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
9.5 (state 39.8 · U.S. 42.9)%

Inspections

Last standard inspection
August 14, 2025
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
5.0 (state 8.0 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
1
Citations on record (3 years)
14 health · 27 fire safety
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2025-08-14 Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
F0580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-03
2025-08-14 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 2025-10-03
2025-08-14 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 2025-10-03
2025-08-14 Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-03
2025-08-14 Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
F0582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 C
No actual harm, potential for minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-03
2023-06-08 Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.
F0570 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-06-30
2023-06-08 Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
F0758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-06-30
2023-06-08 Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
F0553 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-06-30
2023-06-08 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 2023-06-30
2023-06-08 Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
F0655 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-06-30
2023-06-08 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 2023-06-30
2023-06-08 Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
F0690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-06-30
2020-10-28 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 2020-12-01
2020-10-28 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 2020-12-01

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

NameRoleSince
Colon, John (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Fuentes, Miguel (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Lowe, Barbara (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Demarco, Victor (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Fuentes, Miguel (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Kennedy, Peter (individual)W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of BronxCare Special Care Center?

BronxCare Special Care Center has a 4-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 BronxCare Special Care Center have?

It has 240 certified beds and cares for about 232 residents per day.

Has BronxCare Special Care Center been fined?

CMS lists no federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

What is the phone number of BronxCare Special Care Center?

(718) 579-7000. The facility is located at 1265 Fulton Avenue, Bronx, NY 10456.

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