The Brightonian, Inc
Rochester, NY · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 335554) · 54 certified beds
Health inspection: 5 · Quality measures: 3 · Staffing: 3
Federal fines: none on current record
Phone: (585) 271-8700 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
The Brightonian is rated 5 out of 5 stars overall by CMS, above the New York state average of about 3.03 stars, with a 5-star health inspection rating and a 3-star staffing rating.
The Brightonian reports total nurse staffing of about 3.95 hours per resident per day, including 0.40 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 3 out of 5 and a nursing turnover rate of 62.5%.
The Brightonian has no federal fines on record — 0 fines totaling $0.00 — and no payment denials reported by CMS; there is no abuse icon or Special Focus Status flagged for this facility in the data provided.
About this facility
The Brightonian, Inc is a 54-bed skilled nursing facility in Rochester, Monroe County, New York, with an average of 49.6 residents. The facility is organized as a for-profit corporation and is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, having first been approved for participation on October 1, 1976.
According to CMS Care Compare, The Brightonian holds an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is above the New York state average of 3.03. The health inspection rating is 5 out of 5, the quality measure (QM) rating is 3 out of 5, and the staffing rating is 3 out of 5.
CMS-reported nurse staffing levels show total nurse hours of 3.95 per resident per day, including 0.40 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 62.5%.
On penalties, CMS records show no federal fines on record (0 fines, $0.00 total) and no payment denials for this facility. There is no abuse icon or Special Focus Status flagged in the data provided.
The Brightonian is part of the Hurlbut Care chain, which operates 13 facilities nationally with an average CMS rating of 3.8 across the chain. There has been no change of ownership within the last 12 months according to CMS records.
Data source: CMS Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The Brightonian has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is above the New York state average of 3.03.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
The Brightonian accepts both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is about 3.95 hours per resident per day, including 0.40 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 3 out of 5; nursing turnover is 62.5%.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
No, CMS records show no federal fines on record (0 fines, $0.00) and no payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
The data provided does not indicate an abuse icon or Special Focus Status for The Brightonian.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The Brightonian is certified for 54 beds and has an average of 49.6 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a for-profit corporation and is part of the Hurlbut Care chain, which operates 13 facilities with an average CMS rating of 3.8.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The Brightonian was first approved for Medicare/Medicaid participation on October 1, 1976.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS assigns separate ratings for health inspections (5 stars), staffing (3 stars), quality measures (3 stars), and an overall rating (5 stars) that combines these components.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify service types; contact the facility at (585) 271-8700 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The provided data does not cover tour details; contact the facility at (585) 271-8700 to arrange a visit and verify current conditions.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the most current inspection, staffing, and penalty details at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/335554?state=NY.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.