Quick answers
- Where is Brookside Multicare Nursing Center?
- 7 Route 25A, Smithtown, NY 11787, in Suffolk County, New York.
- What is the phone number of Brookside Multicare Nursing Center?
- (631) 724-2200, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Brookside Multicare Nursing Center?
- Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Brookside Multicare Nursing Center been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Brookside Multicare Nursing Center.
- What did inspectors find at Brookside Multicare Nursing Center?
- In its last three inspection cycles (November 2, 2022 to November 25, 2025), Medicare lists 15 health citations; the most serious was level E. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (November 2, 2022 to November 25, 2025), Brookside Multicare Nursing Center had 15 health citations; the most serious was level E (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 4.05 hours per resident per day; the New York average is 3.69 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: November 25, 2025 — 3 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: November 25, 2025 (standard health inspection).
Show 3 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0550 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”
F0584 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
Previous cycle: June 26, 2024 — 4 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: June 26, 2024 (standard health inspection).
Show 4 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0761 Level E
“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, compartments for controlled drugs.”
F0657 Level D
“Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.”
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0756 Level D
“Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.”
Earlier cycle: November 2, 2022 — 8 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: November 2, 2022 (standard health inspection).
Show 8 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0584 Level E
“Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.”
F0689 Level E
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0919 Level E
“Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.”
F0558 Level D
“Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.”
F0657 Level D
“Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.”
F0758 Level D
“Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.”
F0761 Level D
“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, compartments for controlled drugs.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
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Fire safety citations (7)
E0015 Level E
“Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.”
K0211 Level D
“Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.”
K0374 Level D
“Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.”
K0901 Level D
“Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel.”
K0923 Level D
“Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.”
K0351 Level D
“Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.”
K0374 Level D
“Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | New York | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.88 | 0.73 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.76 | 0.76 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.41 | 2.20 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.05 | 3.69 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.50 | 3.20 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.53 | 0.49 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 22.8% | 40.3% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 16.7% | 39.6% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.5 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Part of a group of 8 nursing homes: Optima Care.
Legal business name: Optima Care Smithtown LLC.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (3)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mendel, Boris | Direct owner | 5% | January 24, 2018 |
| Rovt, Alexander | Direct owner | 90% | January 24, 2018 |
| Mendel, Eric | Indirect owner | 100% | January 24, 2018 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
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Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 353 |
| Average residents per day | 297.7 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – limited liability company |
| Group or chain (affiliated entity) | Optima Care |
| Legal business name | Optima Care Smithtown LLC |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1978-06-12 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 7 Route 25A, Smithtown, NY 11787 |
| County | Suffolk County |
| State | New York |
| Phone | (631) 724‑2200 |
| CMS Certification Number | 335175 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- St Catherine of Siena Nursing and Rehabilitation C0.1 mi · Smithtown, NY · 3 of 5 stars
- Smithtown Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing Care1.7 mi · Smithtown, NY · 2 of 5 stars
- The Hamlet Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center at1.9 mi · Nesconset, NY · 5 of 5 stars
- Luxor Nursing & Rehabilitation at Mills Pond3.2 mi · St James, NY · 5 of 5 stars
- St James Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center3.2 mi · St James, NY · 4 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- St Catherine of Siena Hospital1.6 mi · Smithtown, NY · Acute Care Hospital
- Suny/Stony Brook University Hospital5.7 mi · Stony Brook, NY · Acute Care Hospital
- Northport VA Medical Center8.9 mi · Northport, NY · Federal/VA Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13