OXFORD NURSING HOME

Oxford Nursing Home is a licensed nursing facility located at 144 So Oxford St in Brooklyn, New York (Kings County), zip code 11217. The facility operates 235 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit corporation. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents, and can be reached by phone at (718) 638-0360. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 representing the highest rating. Oxford Nursing Home holds an overall CMS star rating of 5, which places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating stands at 4 stars, reflecting the results of on-site inspections conducted by state surveyors. The staffing rating is 4 stars, which accounts for the levels of registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing aides relative to the resident census. The quality measure rating is 5 stars, the highest possible score, and is based on clinical data reported for conditions such as mobility, pain management, and hospital readmissions. Oxford Nursing Home is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, meaning it can serve residents whose care is funded through either federal program. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to defined time and coverage limits. Medicaid may cover longer-term custodial care for residents who meet financial eligibility requirements. Prospective residents and their families are advised to verify current coverage details directly with the facility and the relevant insurance programs, as payment policies and benefit structures are subject to change. When compared to national benchmarks, Oxford Nursing Home performs above average across multiple rating categories. The national average overall star rating is 3.0 stars, and this facility's overall rating of 5 stars indicates performance in the upper tier nationally. The 4-star health inspection and staffing ratings are above the national midpoint, and the 5-star quality measure rating represents the top tier of clinical outcome reporting. These figures are drawn from CMS data and reflect conditions at the time of the most recent reporting cycle. Individuals researching care options in Brooklyn, New York are encouraged to consult the full CMS Nursing Home Compare database and to conduct in-person visits to gather the most current and complete information.