Nursing home · Jamaica, NY
Silvercrest
144 45 87th Avenue, Jamaica, NY 11435 · (718) 480-4026
Silvercrest is a 320-bed nonprofit nursing home in Jamaica, New York (Queens County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1990. On average it cares for 290 residents a day (about 91% of its certified beds). CMS gives it an overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars; the average in New York is 3.1.
Ratings
| CMS rating | Stars |
|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Health inspections | ★★★★★ |
| Staffing | ★★★★★ |
| Quality measures | ★★★★★ |
Staffing
| Staffing | This home | New York avg | US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 3.92 | 3.69 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 1.13 | 0.73 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 3.62 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 18% | 40% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 21% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 1 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | December 19, 2024 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 9 above the state average of 8 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 5 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 1 totalling $24,850 |
| Medicare payment denials | 0 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: Non profit - Corporation. Legal business name: The Silvercrest Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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- Hillside Manor Rehab & Extended Care Center ★★★★★Jamaica Estates · 1.4 mi · 400 beds
- Chapin Home for the Aging ★★★★★Jamaica · 1.4 mi · 220 beds
- NYS Veterans Home in NYC ★★★★★Jamaica · 2.1 mi · 250 beds
Common questions
What is the star rating of Silvercrest?
CMS rates Silvercrest 2 out of 5 stars overall, with 2 stars for health inspections, 3 for staffing and 4 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Silvercrest have?
320 certified beds, with an average of 290 residents a day.
Does Silvercrest accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicare and Medicaid. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for Silvercrest?
(718) 480-4026. Address: 144 45 87th Avenue, Jamaica, NY 11435.
Before you choose
- Visit at different times, including evenings and weekends.
- Ask how many residents each nurse and aide cares for on each shift.
- Read the latest inspection report and ask what has been fixed.
- Ask whether a bed is available for your coverage (Medicare, Medicaid or private pay).