Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a 2-star rated nursing home in Brooklyn, NY with 320 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 1/5, staffing 3/5, quality measures 5/5.
The facility has 21 health violations on record. Most recent inspection: April 10, 2025.
Data synthesized from CMS.gov and New York public inspection records. Reviewed by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., NR-EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
Inspection History Overview
Data current as of May 6, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data
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Fines and Penalties by Year
Health Violations by Year
2025 1 violations
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2024 7 violations
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2021 9 violations
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
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.
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2017 4 violations
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Develop a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident .
Frequently Asked Questions About Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
- What violations has Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center received?
- Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has 21 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
- What is the quality rating of Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?
- Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has a 2-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This rating indicates the facility may have quality concerns that should be investigated further. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
- When was Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center last inspected?
- Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
- Is Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center safe?
- Safety at Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
- How do I contact Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?
- Phone: (718) 636-1000. Address: 520 Prospect Place, Brooklyn, NY. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
- What services does Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center offer?
- Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing facility with 320 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
- What are better facilities near Brooklyn, NY?
- Compare Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center with other nursing homes in Brooklyn, NY on our facilities page. Filter by star rating, bed count, and recent inspection results to find the best match for your needs.
Compare Nursing Homes in Brooklyn, NY
| Facility | Rating | Violations | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Brooklyn Nursing & Rehabilitation Center (this facility) | ★★☆☆☆ | 21 | 320 |
| Bedford Center For Nursing And Rehabilitation | ★★★★★ | 23 | 200 |
| Bensonhurst Center For Rehab And Healthcare | ★★★★★ | 18 | 200 |
| Buena Vida Rehab And Nursing Center | ★★★★★ | 20 | 240 |
| Ditmas Park Care Center | ★★★★★ | 10 | 200 |
| Dr Susan Smith Mckinney Nursing And Rehab Center | ★★★★★ | 16 | 320 |
| Haym Solomon Home For The Aged | ★★★★★ | 18 | 240 |
Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Provider Data Catalog.
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.
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