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Scout 97Oceanside, NY · 20 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
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Est. $14,590–$17,850/mo
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Highfield Gardens Care Center of Great Neck
199 Community Drive, Great Neck, NY 11021 · Nassau County
Highfield Gardens Care Center is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Great Neck, New York. We offer a wide range of services, including long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, and respite care. We are committed to providing our residents with the highest quality care in a comfortable and home-like sett…
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StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 98% full (197 of 200 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
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.
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Great Neck
Highfield Gardens Care Center of Great Neck is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Great Neck, NY, with 200 certified beds and an average of about 197 residents per day. It operates as part of the Jonathan Bleier network.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.77 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 33.7%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $4,922 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.77 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Great Neck for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 200
- Avg. residents/day
- 197
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Jonathan Bleier
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 335250
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 care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $14,590–$17,850/mo (median $15,800) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Nassau County prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.77
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.56
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 33.7%
- 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)
- 8
- Federal fines
- 2 ($4,922)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2025-02-03
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (15 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-02-03Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
2025-02-03Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2025-02-03Severity E — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
2025-02-03Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
2025-02-03Severity D — 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.
2025-02-03Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2025-02-03Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
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, compar…
2025-02-03Severity B — minimalAdministration Deficiencies
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-10-10 | Fine | $1,748 |
| 2023-09-18 | Fine | $3,174 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
- ✓ 24-hour staff
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
199 Community Drive, Great Neck, 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Highfield Gardens Care Center of Great Neck
How much does Highfield Gardens Care Center of Great Neck cost?
Highfield Gardens Care Center of Great Neck does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Great Neck, 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 Highfield Gardens Care Center of Great Neck's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Highfield Gardens Care Center of Great Neck 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Highfield Gardens Care Center of Great Neck?
Staff provide about 3.77 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 33.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Highfield Gardens Care Center of Great Neck?
Highfield Gardens Care Center of Great Neck has 15 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-02-03). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Highfield Gardens Care Center of Great Neck have availability?
Typically 98% full (197 of 200 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Highfield Gardens Care Center of Great Neck offer?
Highfield Gardens Care Center of Great Neck in Great Neck, NY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 200 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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