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Complaint Investigation

Sunnyside Care Center

Inspection Date: September 12, 2025
Total Violations 8
Facility ID 335409
Location EAST SYRACUSE, NY
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Inspection Findings

F-Tag F0584

Resident Rights Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited SUNNYSIDE CARE CENTER in EAST SYRACUSE, NY for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0584 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-12.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: 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.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 8 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SUNNYSIDE CARE CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-11-10.

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F-Tag F0656

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited SUNNYSIDE CARE CENTER in EAST SYRACUSE, NY for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0656 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-12.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 8 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SUNNYSIDE CARE CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-11-10.

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F-Tag F0676

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited SUNNYSIDE CARE CENTER in EAST SYRACUSE, NY for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0676 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-12.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 8 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SUNNYSIDE CARE CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-11-10.

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F-Tag F0677

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited SUNNYSIDE CARE CENTER in EAST SYRACUSE, NY for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0677 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-12.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 8 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SUNNYSIDE CARE CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-11-10.

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F-Tag F0761

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited SUNNYSIDE CARE CENTER in EAST SYRACUSE, NY for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0761 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-12.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: 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.

Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 8 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SUNNYSIDE CARE CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-11-10.

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F-Tag F0803

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited SUNNYSIDE CARE CENTER in EAST SYRACUSE, NY for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0803 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-09-12.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 8 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SUNNYSIDE CARE CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-11-10.

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F-Tag F0804

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited SUNNYSIDE CARE CENTER in EAST SYRACUSE, NY for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0804 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2025-09-12.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 8 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SUNNYSIDE CARE CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-11-10.

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F-Tag F0812

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited SUNNYSIDE CARE CENTER in EAST SYRACUSE, NY for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0812 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-12.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 8 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SUNNYSIDE CARE CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-11-10.

📋 Inspection Summary

SUNNYSIDE CARE CENTER in EAST SYRACUSE, NY inspection on recent inspection.

Found 0 violation(s). Severity: Standard violations. Status: 0 corrected, 0 pending.

What this means: Health inspections identify deficiencies that facilities must correct. Violations range from minor documentation issues to serious safety concerns. All deficiencies must be corrected within required timeframes and are subject to follow-up verification.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an F-tag violation?
F-tags are federal deficiency codes used by CMS to categorize nursing home violations. Each F-tag corresponds to a specific federal regulation (42 CFR Part 483). For example, F607 relates to abuse prevention policies, F880 relates to infection control.
Were these violations corrected?
Facilities must submit plans of correction and implement changes within required timeframes. CMS conducts follow-up inspections to verify corrections. Check the inspection report for specific correction dates and follow-up verification status.
How often do nursing home inspections happen?
CMS conducts unannounced inspections of all Medicare/Medicaid-certified nursing homes at least once per year. Additional inspections may occur based on complaints, facility-reported incidents, or follow-up to verify previous violations were corrected.
What should families do about these violations?
Families should: (1) Review the full inspection report for details, (2) Ask facility administration about specific corrective actions taken, (3) Check if this represents a pattern by reviewing prior inspections, (4) Compare with other facilities in EAST SYRACUSE, NY, (5) Report new concerns to state authorities.
Where can I see the full inspection report?
Complete inspection reports are available on Medicare.gov's Care Compare website (www.medicare.gov/care-compare). You can also request copies directly from SUNNYSIDE CARE CENTER or from the state Department of Health. Reports include deficiency codes, facility responses, and correction timelines.
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