Momentum at South Bay for Rehabilation and Nursing
340 East Montauk Highway, East Islip, NY 11730
Based on 2026 CMS Data
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Care Quality Indicators
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How Momentum at South Bay for Rehabilation and Nursing Compares
Momentum at South Bay for Rehabilation and Nursing is a 160-bed for-profit nursing facility in East Islip, New York. It holds an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, above the New York average of 3.0 stars. Its strongest area is quality measures (5 stars), while staffing (2 stars) is its weakest. Its rate of falls resulting in major injury (0.0%) is below the New York average of 3.1%, a favorable sign for resident care. With 160 certified beds, it operates near capacity at roughly 94% occupied.
By the numbers vs. New York average
- Long-stay antipsychotic medication use: 10.6% — better than the New York average of 13.7%.
- Falls with major injury: 0.0% — better than the New York average of 3.1% (100% lower).
- High-risk pressure ulcers: 6.5% — about the same as the New York average of 6.5%.
- Short-stay rehospitalization: 14.9% — better than the New York average of 20.5% (27% lower).
Comparisons use CMS Care Compare data (updated September 9, 2026) measured against New York averages across 593 facilities tracked by ElderVoice.
Questions to Ask Momentum at South Bay for Rehabilation and Nursing
Use these facility-specific questions when calling admissions, touring the building, or comparing Momentum at South Bay for Rehabilation and Nursing with other nursing homes in East Islip.
How is Momentum at South Bay for Rehabilation and Nursing addressing its staffing levels rating?
CMS currently rates this category 2 out of 5 stars, so ask what specific improvements are underway and when the next survey update is expected.
What practices help Momentum at South Bay for Rehabilation and Nursing keep long-stay antipsychotic medication use below the state average?
Long-stay antipsychotic medication use is 10.6% here versus 13.7% across New York. Lower is generally better for this CMS measure.
What practices help Momentum at South Bay for Rehabilation and Nursing keep falls with major injury below the state average?
Falls with major injury is 0.0% here versus 3.1% across New York. Lower is generally better for this CMS measure.
How does Momentum at South Bay for Rehabilation and Nursing maintain staffing when occupancy is high?
The facility reports roughly 94% occupancy across 160 certified beds, so ask how staffing is adjusted during full census periods.
How can a new family connect with existing councils at Momentum at South Bay for Rehabilation and Nursing?
Active resident or family councils can provide useful context about daily life, responsiveness, and recurring concerns.
What would the first 30 days look like for a new resident at Momentum at South Bay for Rehabilation and Nursing?
Ask who builds the care plan, how medication changes are communicated, how often families receive updates, and who to call after hours.
The Senior Community Around East Islip
East Islip sits in Suffolk County, where adults 65 and older make up about 16.9% of the population — a share of seniors in line with New York as a whole (16.5% statewide). The area's median household income is higher than the state average, reflecting a higher cost of living.
- Residents 65+
- 250,684 (16.9%)
- Median age
- 41.7 years
- Median household income
- $105,362
- Median home value
- $413,900
Demographics for Suffolk County from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Provided as local context for families comparing care options near East Islip.
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