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Gold Crest Care Center

2316 Bruner Avenue, Bronx, NY 10469 · Bronx County

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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlookFills quickly

Typically 93% full (162 of 175 beds occupied on an average day).

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

One of Bronx's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Gold Crest Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Bronx, NY, with 175 certified beds and an average of about 162 residents per day. It operates as part of the The Mayer Family network.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.72 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.56 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 37.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • 5-star overall CMS rating
  • Strong health-inspection rating
  • Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • Below-average nurse staffing (3.72 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Bronx for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds
175
Avg. residents/day
162
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
The Mayer Family
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
335079

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures

Pricing & cost

We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.

Level of careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$14,590–$17,850/mo (median $15,800)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local New York prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
3.72
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.56
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
37.6%
National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey)
4
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2024-10-03
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (11 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2024-10-03Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

2024-10-03Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

2024-10-03Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed …

2024-10-03Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2024-07-29Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

2024-07-29Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

2022-07-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

2022-07-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Gardens / walking paths
  • Private rooms available

Location

2316 Bruner Avenue, Bronx, NY

  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Gold Crest Care Center

How much does Gold Crest Care Center cost?

Gold Crest Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Bronx, NY area typically runs $14,590–$17,850 per month (median $15,800, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Gold Crest Care Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Gold Crest Care Center 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Gold Crest Care Center?

Staff provide about 3.72 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 37.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Gold Crest Care Center?

Gold Crest Care Center has 11 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-10-03). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Gold Crest Care Center have availability?

Typically 93% full (162 of 175 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Gold Crest Care Center offer?

Gold Crest Care Center in Bronx, NY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 175 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

  • Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in New York.
  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
  • Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.

Your next steps — this week

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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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