Federal nursing home survey record · CMS-certified nursing home· Not a state assisted-living licensing record
Palm Gardens Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation
Brooklyn, NY · 240 certified beds · Last Life Safety survey December 3, 2025
CMS Certification Number 335328 · first certified June 1971
Ownership
Operated by SHIMON LEFKOWITZ · For profit - Limited Liability company
No change of ownership on CMS record since January 1, 2016, when the records begin.
Position within NY
12 citations — more than 39% of the 593 certified nursing homes in NY. Compared within NY rather than nationally because which state a facility is in explains about 30% of the variation in citation counts between facilities, while bed count explains under 1%. State survey agencies differ far more than the buildings do. How this is calculated
The latest survey found 5 citations; the earlier surveys in the window averaged 3.5. With 3 surveys on file this is a direction of travel, not a conclusion.
When is the next survey likely?
The window opens May 2027 — about 8 months from now. This facility’s last Life Safety survey was December 2025. Facilities in NY are typically surveyed 18–25 months after the last one (median 22), measured over 523 consecutive surveys in the last two years of CMS records.
A range the record supports, not a prediction of a date. State agencies vary widely — from about 11 months in Pennsylvania to three years in Maryland. How the window is measured
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How that compares
Compared with the median facility in NY, and nationally. Surveyors differ markedly between states, so the NY figure is the meaningful one.
| Measure | Citations |
|---|---|
| This facility | 12 |
| Median facility in NY | 13 |
| Median facility nationally | 11 |
Survey history
| Survey date | Citations |
|---|---|
| June 18, 2021 | 3 |
| August 31, 2023 | 4 |
| December 3, 2025 | 5 |
Most-cited tags
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Times cited | Last cited |
|---|---|---|---|
| K-0321 | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | 2 | 2023-08-31 |
| K-0351 | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. | 2 | 2025-12-03 |
| K-0281 | Install proper backup exit lighting. | 1 | 2021-06-18 |
| K-0211 | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | 1 | 2025-12-03 |
| K-0374 | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | 1 | 2023-08-31 |
| K-0915 | Have proper power supply for life support equipment. | 1 | 2023-08-31 |
| K-0131 | Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction. | 1 | 2025-12-03 |
| K-0741 | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. | 1 | 2021-06-18 |
What the citations cover
- Smoke Deficiencies 6
- Egress Deficiencies 2
- Construction Deficiencies 2
- Miscellaneous Deficiencies 1
- Other 1
| Category | Citations |
|---|---|
| Smoke Deficiencies | 6 |
| Egress Deficiencies | 2 |
| Construction Deficiencies | 2 |
| Miscellaneous Deficiencies | 1 |
| Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | 1 |
Every citation on file
As published by CMS, newest survey first. Descriptions are CMS’s own wording.
December 3, 2025 — 5 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0131 | Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 17, 2025) |
| K-0161 | Use approved construction type or materials. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 17, 2025) |
| K-0211 | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 17, 2025) |
| K-0351 | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 17, 2025) |
| K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 17, 2025) |
August 31, 2023 — 4 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0321 | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 18, 2023) |
| K-0351 | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 18, 2023) |
| K-0374 | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 18, 2023) |
| K-0915 | Have proper power supply for life support equipment. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (November 18, 2023) |
June 18, 2021 — 3 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0281 | Install proper backup exit lighting. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (August 12, 2021) |
| K-0321 | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (August 12, 2021) |
| K-0741 | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (August 12, 2021) |
Reflects the CMS posting of August 1, 2026. Surveys conducted in the last few months may not appear yet.