BronxCare Special Care Center
1265 Fulton Avenue, Bronx, NY 10456 · (718) 579-7000
Non profit - Corporation · 240 certified beds
BronxCare Special Care Center has a 4-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in August 2025, found 5 citations (the New York average is 8.1). It hasn't been fined in the last three years.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars · Average |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars · Average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on August 14, 2025 found 5 citations. What an inspection citation means
- Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.August 14, 2025 · F0580 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.August 14, 2025 · F0609 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.August 14, 2025 · F0684 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.August 14, 2025 · F0804 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.August 14, 2025 · F0582 · Level of harm: Potential for minimal harm · Residents affected: Many
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 1 citation.
- Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.August 14, 2025 · F0804 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Fines and payment denials
No fines or payment denials in the last three years.
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | New York average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 2.91 | 3.63 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.45 | 0.71 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.45 | 0.76 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 2.01 | 2.15 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 23.9% | 40.3% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | Non profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 240 |
| Average residents per day | 231.7 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
Nursing homes nearby
- Archcare at Providence Rest Bronx · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
- Eastchester Rehabilitation and Health Care Center Bronx · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
- Highbridge Woodycrest Center Bronx · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
- Workmen's Circle Multicare Center Bronx · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
- Bainbridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Bronx · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
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