Mount Sinai South Nassau T C U
Scout 97Oceanside, NY · 20 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Oceanside's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,590–$17,850/mo
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South Shore Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
275 W Merrick Road, Freeport, NY 11520 · Nassau County
South Shore Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is one of the top in it's field in Vent Care in all of Long Island. Our Respiratory Program has gotten so many residents back home to their loved ones!
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FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 91% full (91 of 100 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.
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Freeport
South Shore Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Freeport, NY, with 100 certified beds and an average of about 91 residents per day. It operates as part of the Sapphire Care Group network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.98 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.84 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 41.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 10 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.98 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Freeport options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 100
- Avg. residents/day
- 91
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Sapphire Care Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 335156
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
- 3.98
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.84
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 41.3%
- 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)
- 10
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-08-15
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (25 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-08-15Severity F — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
2025-08-15Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
2025-08-15Severity 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.
2025-08-15Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2025-08-15Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-08-15Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2025-08-15Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
2025-08-15Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
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
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ On-site salon / barber
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Library
- ✓ Studio apartments
- ✓ Concierge services
Location
275 W Merrick Road, Freeport, 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 South Shore Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
How much does South Shore Rehabilitation and Nursing Center cost?
South Shore Rehabilitation and Nursing Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Freeport, 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 South Shore Rehabilitation and Nursing Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates South Shore Rehabilitation and Nursing Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at South Shore Rehabilitation and Nursing Center?
Staff provide about 3.98 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 41.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at South Shore Rehabilitation and Nursing Center?
South Shore Rehabilitation and Nursing Center has 25 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-15). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does South Shore Rehabilitation and Nursing Center have availability?
Typically 91% full (91 of 100 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does South Shore Rehabilitation and Nursing Center offer?
South Shore Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Freeport, NY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 100 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 Nassau County.
- 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
- 1Confirm the fitCheck the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
- 2Get exact pricing & availabilityRequest current rates for South Shore Rehabilitation and Nursing Center — takes one minute, answered same day.
- 3Tour 2–3 communitiesCompare this community against two alternatives. Ask about staff turnover, all-in monthly cost, and care-plan changes.
- 4Hold a spotMost communities hold a residence with a small refundable deposit while you decide.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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