Nys Veterans Home In Nyc
Jamaica, NY · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 335770) · 250 certified beds
Health inspection: 4 · Quality measures: 4 · Staffing: 4
Federal fines: none on current record
Phone: (718) 990-0329 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
NYS Veterans Home In NYC has a CMS overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, above the New York state average of about 3.03. Its health inspection rating is 4 stars and its staffing rating is also 4 stars.
NYS Veterans Home In NYC reports total nurse staffing of about 4.33 hours per resident per day, including 0.66 RN hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 32.6% and a CMS staffing rating of 4 stars.
NYS Veterans Home In NYC has no federal fines on record and zero payment denials reported by CMS. CMS does not display an abuse icon for this facility, and it is not listed under the Special Focus Facility program.
About this facility
NYS Veterans Home In NYC is a state-government-owned nursing home in Jamaica, Queens, New York, certified for both Medicare and Medicaid since January 13, 1994. The facility maintains 250 certified beds with an average of 216.5 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare, the facility holds an overall star rating of 4 out of 5, above the New York state average of 3.03. Its health inspection rating is 4 stars, its quality measure rating is 4 stars, and its staffing rating is 4 stars.
Nurse staffing data reported to CMS show total nurse hours of 4.33 per resident per day, including 0.66 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 32.6%.
On penalties, CMS records show zero fines (no federal fines on record) and zero payment denials for this facility. There is no abuse icon displayed for this facility in CMS data, and no Special Focus Facility status is listed.
This facility is part of a chain operated under the State Of New York Comptroller's Office, which includes 7 facilities with an average CMS rating of 4.3. Ownership has not changed in the past 12 months, so current ratings reflect the current operator.
Data source: CMS Medicare Care Compare. Families should verify current details directly with the facility and on the Care Compare website, as ratings and staffing figures are updated periodically.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The facility has an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, above the New York state average of 3.03.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
It accepts both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is 4.33 hours per resident per day, including 0.66 RN hours per resident per day, with a nursing turnover rate of 32.6% and a staffing rating of 4 stars.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
No, CMS records show zero fines and zero payment denials for this facility.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
No, CMS does not display an abuse icon for this facility, and it is not listed as a Special Focus Facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The facility has 250 certified beds with an average of 216.5 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by the State of New York (Government - State) and is part of a chain operated under the State Of New York Comptroller's Office, which includes 7 facilities averaging a 4.3 CMS rating.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
It has been certified since January 13, 1994.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS publishes an overall rating plus separate ratings for health inspections, staffing, and quality measures; this facility scores 4 stars in all four categories.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify rehabilitation services; contact the facility at 7189900329 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
This data set does not include tour details; contact the facility at 7189900329 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the current record at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/335770?state=NY.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.