CMS PUBLIC RECORD · AUGUST 2026 RELEASERECORDS ARE ONE INPUT—NOT A PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATION
NURSING HOMELEDGERINSPECTIONS · OWNERSHIP · PENALTIES
CMS CCN 3356402026-08-01 PROCESSING DATE

NURSING HOME PUBLIC RECORD

Delaware Oaks Center For Rehabilitation And Nursin

1205 Delaware Avenue · Buffalo, NY 14209 · Erie County

CMS OVERALL RATING★★☆☆☆2/5CMS field—not our score or recommendation
Certified beds95CMS provider file
Recent citation rows55current CMS citation release
Penalty rows0current CMS penalties file
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The citation files cover the three most recent standard inspections plus qualifying complaint and infection-control inspections in the prior three years. A correction date is a CMS field; this site does not independently verify conditions. Absence from a file is not proof that no issue exists.

01 / INSPECTION LEDGER

Survey cycles in this release

CycleHealth dateHealth deficienciesFire dateFire deficiencies
Cycle 12024-08-09102024-08-0912
Cycle 22023-03-2462023-03-2415
Cycle 32021-04-1452021-04-147
02 / CITATION DETAIL

55 rows in the current release

0 rows carry G–L scope/severity codes; 0 carry J–L. 14 tag codes appear on more than one survey date. These counts describe citation rows, not residents or incidents.

2025-11-24 · HEALTHF0600Severity D · isolated; potential for more than minimal harm

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2026-01-19 · complaint
2025-11-24 · HEALTHF0609Severity D · isolated; potential for more than minimal harm

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2026-01-19 · complaint
2025-03-26 · HEALTHF0880Severity D · isolated; potential for more than minimal harm

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2025-05-15 · complaint
2024-08-09 · FIREE0007Severity C · widespread; potential for minimal harm

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-10-07
2024-08-09 · FIREE0039Severity C · widespread; potential for minimal harm

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-10-07
2024-08-09 · HEALTHF0584Severity E · pattern; potential for more than minimal harm

Resident Rights Deficiencies

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.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-10-07 · complaint
2024-08-09 · HEALTHF0600Severity D · isolated; potential for more than minimal harm

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-10-07 · complaint
2024-08-09 · HEALTHF0604Severity D · isolated; potential for more than minimal harm

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-10-07
2024-08-09 · HEALTHF0656Severity D · isolated; potential for more than minimal harm

Resident 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.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-10-07 · complaint
2024-08-09 · HEALTHF0686Severity D · isolated; potential for more than minimal harm

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-10-07
2024-08-09 · HEALTHF0688Severity D · isolated; potential for more than minimal harm

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-10-07
2024-08-09 · HEALTHF0806Severity D · isolated; potential for more than minimal harm

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-10-07 · complaint
2024-08-09 · HEALTHF0925Severity F · widespread; potential for more than minimal harm

Environmental Deficiencies

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-10-07
2024-08-09 · FIREK0161Severity E · pattern; potential for more than minimal harm

Construction Deficiencies

Use approved construction type or materials.

Correction field: Fire Safety Evaluation Survey · 2024-09-26
2024-08-09 · FIREK0281Severity E · pattern; potential for more than minimal harm

Egress Deficiencies

Install proper backup exit lighting.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-10-07
2024-08-09 · FIREK0321Severity E · pattern; potential for more than minimal harm

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-10-07
2024-08-09 · FIREK0345Severity E · pattern; potential for more than minimal harm

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-10-07
2024-08-09 · FIREK0353Severity E · pattern; potential for more than minimal harm

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-10-07
2024-08-09 · FIREK0363Severity E · pattern; potential for more than minimal harm

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-10-07
2024-08-09 · FIREK0374Severity D · isolated; potential for more than minimal harm

Smoke Deficiencies

Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-10-07
2024-08-09 · FIREK0761Severity E · pattern; potential for more than minimal harm

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-10-07
2024-08-09 · FIREK0918Severity E · pattern; potential for more than minimal harm

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-10-07
2024-08-09 · FIREK0923Severity E · pattern; potential for more than minimal harm

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2024-10-07
2023-03-24 · FIREE0007Severity C · widespread; potential for minimal harm

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.

Correction field: Deficient, Provider has date of correction · 2023-05-12
03 / ENFORCEMENT FILE

Penalties reported by CMS

Fine amounts and payment-denial days are shown exactly as aggregated from the current penalties file. They do not imply an unpaid balance.

DateTypeFine amountPayment-denial days
No penalty row appeared in the August 2026 penalties file.
04 / OWNERSHIP DISCLOSURES

Who appears in the CMS file

  • STRAUSS, ELLIOTIndividual · 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST
    5% · since 11/05/2021
  • STRAUSS, JEREMYIndividual · 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST
    95% · since 11/05/2021
  • STERN, SAMUELIndividual · CORPORATE OFFICER
    NOT APPLICABLE · since 11/05/2021
  • BALAN, BELINDAIndividual · OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
    NOT APPLICABLE · since 09/06/2023
  • BALAN, BELINDAIndividual · ADP OF THE SNF
    NOT APPLICABLE · since 09/06/2023

Names and roles are self-reported CMS disclosure fields. Exact-name pages do not prove that similarly named people or organizations are the same entity.

05 / CMS STAFFING FIELDS

Reported hours and turnover

Staffing fields are provider-reported and case-mix context matters. CMS applies footnotes and exclusions not reproduced as a new score here.

Total nurse hours3.23per resident day
RN hours0.46per resident day
Weekend nurse hours2.75per resident day
Staff turnover47.4%CMS reported field
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