BryLin Hospital, located at 1263 Delaware Ave in Buffalo, NY, has been a leader in behavioral health care in Upstate New York since 1955. We provide short-term psychiatric stabilization for children, adolescents, and adults facing emotional or behavioral crises. Our hospital offers comprehensive assessment, crisis stabilization, and individualized care, utilizing evidence-based practices in a person-centered and trauma-sensitive environment. BryLin also features a Center of Excellence for Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT), a rapid-acting, FDA-approved treatment for major depression and other mental illnesses. We offer specialized programs for children and adolescents, adults, women, and men, as well as dual diagnosis and holistic treatment options.
| Hospital Name | BryLin Hospital |
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| Facility ID | 334022 |
| Address | 1263 DELAWARE AVE |
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| City/Town | Buffalo |
| State | NY |
| ZIP Code | 14209 |
| County/Parish | ERIE |
| Health System | Independent |
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| Health System Website Domain | brylin.com |
| Recently Joined Health System (Past 4 Years) | No |
| Health System Total Hospitals | 1 |
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| Health System Total Beds | 88 |
| Health System Hospital Locations | New York |
| Hospital Type | Psychiatric |
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| Hospital Ownership | Proprietary |
| Ownership Details | BryLin Hospital |
| Emergency Services | No |
Brings a wealth of experience and expertise to BryLin, with over 25 years of experience in the health care industry and a proven track record of leadership and success. His most recent employment was Chief Financial Officer at Warren General Hospital following his time as Chief Executive Officer at Medina Memorial Hospital. Has a deep understanding of the challenges that mental health care providers face today and will be instrumental in developing innovative strategies. Responsible for overseeing numerous aspects of BryLin's operations, including service area expansion of clinical services, business development, and strategic planning. Works closely with Eric Pleskow.
Son of BryLin founder Leonard Pleskow.
Brings a wealth of experience, leadership, and dedication to her role, having served in healthcare for 29 years and distinguished herself as a champion of innovative and compassionate patient care. Her goal is to build on BryLin's proud history of excellence by strengthening programs and implementing improvements to meet the evolving needs of those served. Joined BryLin from OLV Human Services in Lackawanna, where she served as Chief Clinical Officer for 24 years. Led transformative initiatives, including the integration of trauma-informed care. Earned the 2021 Excellence in Health Care Award and a 2014 Nurse of Distinction nomination. Serves as a Clinical Instructor at Erie 1 BOCES. Holds a Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership from Medaille College, a Bachelor of Science in Social Work from SUNY Buffalo State, and an Associate of Science in Nursing from Erie Community College. Will oversee all aspects of patient care, emphasizing innovation, collaboration, and a patient-centered approach.
Trustee at Alison Gerlach Foundation / Ali's Rally and Member Board Of Directors at Second Generation Theatre Company Inc. Has worked as Board of Directors at HFMA Minnesota Chapter; Vice President, Operations, CFO at ELIZABETH PIERCE OLMSTED M D CENTER FOR THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED; and Regional Controller - Illinois at Park Assocites. Attended Daemen College between 1970 and 1976 and University at Buffalo between 1976 and 1978.
Partner at Suburban Psychiatric Associates. Has worked as Chief of Service, Psychiatry at Kaleida Health and Medical Director at Avalon Treatment Centers. Attended Avalon Treatment Centers and Kaleida Health.
| Allopathic Residency Program | No |
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| Dental Residency Program | No |
| Osteopathic Residency Program | No |
| Other Residency Programs | No |
| Pediatric Residency Program | No |
| Licensed Beds | 88 |
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| FTE Employees on Payroll | 169 |
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| FTE Interns & Residents | NA |
| Inpatient Days (Title V) | NA |
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| Inpatient Days (Title XVIII) | 839 |
| Inpatient Days (Title XIX) | 203 |
| Total Inpatient Days | 11899 |
| Bed Count | 88 |
| Available Bed Days | 32120 |
| Discharges (Title V) | NA |
| Discharges (Title XVIII) | 61 |
| Discharges (Title XIX) | 17 |
| Total Discharges | 1224 |
| Inpatient Days (Title V; Adults & Peds) | NA |
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| Inpatient Days (Title XVIII; Adults & Peds) | 839 |
| Inpatient Days (Title XIX; Adults & Peds) | 203 |
| Total Inpatient Days (Adults & Peds) | 11899 |
| Bed Count (Adults & Peds) | 88 |
| Available Bed Days (Adults & Peds) | 32120 |
| Discharges (Title V; Adults & Peds) | NA |
| Discharges (Title XVIII; Adults & Peds) | 61 |
| Discharges (Title XIX; Adults & Peds) | 17 |
| Total Discharges (Adults & Peds) | 1224 |
| Care Quality Stengths | The hospital is average in every measured mortality rate |
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| Care Quality Concerns | NA |
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| Mortality Group – Death Rate Among Surgical Inpatients With Serious Treatable Complications | |
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| Mortality Group – Postoperative Acute Kidney Injury Requiring Dialysis Rate | |
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| Mortality Group – CMS Medicare PSI 90: Patient Safety and Adverse Events Composite |
| Timely and Effective Care: Average (Median) Time in the Emergency Department Before Leaving (Lower Is Better) | NA |
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| Readmission Score Hospital Return Days for Heart Attack Patients | NA |
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| Readmission Score Hospital Return Days for Heart Failure Patients | NA |
| Readmission Score Hospital Return Days for Pneumonia Patients | NA |
| Readmission Score Rate of Unplanned Hospital Visits After Colonoscopy (per 1,000 Colonoscopies) | NA |
| Readmission Score Rate of Inpatient Admissions for Patients Receiving Outpatient Chemotherapy | NA |
| Readmission Score Rate of Emergency Department (ED) Visits for Patients Receiving Outpatient Chemotherapy | NA |
| Readmission Score Ratio of Unplanned Hospital Visits After Hospital Outpatient Surgery | NA |
| Readmission Score Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI) 30-Day Readmission Rate | NA |
| Readmission Score Rate of Readmission for CABG | NA |
| Readmission Score Rate of Readmission for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Patients | NA |
| Readmission Score Heart Failure (HF) 30-Day Readmission Rate | NA |
| Readmission Score Rate of Readmission After Hip/Knee Replacement | NA |
| Readmission Score Rate of Readmission After Discharge From Hospital (Hospital-Wide) | NA |
| Readmission Score Pneumonia (PN) 30-Day Readmission Rate | NA |
| Readmission Group Hospital Return Days for Heart Attack Patients | NA |
| Readmission Group Hospital Return Days for Heart Failure Patients | NA |
| Readmission Group Hospital Return Days for Pneumonia Patients | NA |
| Readmission Group Rate of Unplanned Hospital Visits After Colonoscopy (per 1,000 Colonoscopies) | NA |
| Readmission Group Rate of Inpatient Admissions for Patients Receiving Outpatient Chemotherapy | NA |
| Readmission Group Rate of Emergency Department (ED) Visits for Patients Receiving Outpatient Chemotherapy | NA |
| Readmission Group Ratio of Unplanned Hospital Visits After Hospital Outpatient Surgery | NA |
| Readmission Group Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI) 30-Day Readmission Rate | NA |
| Readmission Group Rate of Readmission for CABG | NA |
| Readmission Group Rate of Readmission for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Patients | NA |
| Readmission Group Heart Failure (HF) 30-Day Readmission Rate | NA |
| Readmission Group Rate of Readmission After Hip/Knee Replacement | NA |
| Readmission Group Rate of Readmission After Discharge From Hospital (Hospital-Wide) | NA |
| Readmission Group Pneumonia (PN) 30-Day Readmission Rate | NA |
| CLABSI SIR (Standardized Infection Ratio) | NA |
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| CAUTI SIR (Standardized Infection Ratio) | NA |
| SSI SIR (Standardized Infection Ratio) | NA |
| CDI SIR (Standardized Infection Ratio) | NA |
| MRSA SIR (Standardized Infection Ratio) | NA |
| Fiscal Year Begin | Jan 01, 2022 |
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| Fiscal Year End | Dec 31, 2022 |
| Charity Care Cost | |
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| Bad Debt Expense | |
| Uncompensated Care Cost | |
| Total Uncompensated Care |
| Total Salaries | $9,914 |
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| Overhead Expenses (Non-Salary) | $9,114 |
| Depreciation Expense | $258 |
| Total Operating Costs | $18,019 |
| Inpatient Charges | $27,135 |
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| Outpatient Charges | $2,636 |
| Total Patient Charges | $29,772 |
| Core Wage Costs | |
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| Wage Costs (RHC/FQHC) | |
| Adjusted Salaries | $9,914 |
| Contract Labor (Patient Care) | |
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| Wage Costs (Interns & Residents) |
| Cash & Bank Balances | $6 |
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| Short-Term Investments | |
| Notes Receivable | |
| Accounts Receivable | $2,363 |
| Allowance for Doubtful Accounts | |
| Inventory | $169 |
| Prepaid Expenses | $25 |
| Other Current Assets | |
| Total Current Assets | $2,563 |
| Land Value | |
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| Land Improvements Value | |
| Building Value | $1,096 |
| Leasehold Improvements | |
| Fixed Equipment Value | $6 |
| Major Movable Equipment | $1,156 |
| Minor Depreciable Equipment | |
| Health IT Assets | |
| Total Fixed Assets | $834 |
| Long-Term Investments | |
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| Other Assets | $5,820 |
| Total Other Assets | $5,824 |
| Total Assets | $9,221 |
| Accounts Payable | $222 |
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| Salaries & Wages Payable | $797 |
| Payroll Taxes Payable | |
| Short-Term Debt | $1,019 |
| Deferred Revenue | |
| Other Current Liabilities | $1,874 |
| Total Current Liabilities | $3,911 |
| Mortgage Debt | |
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| Long-Term Notes Payable | $2,416 |
| Unsecured Loans | $75 |
| Other Long-Term Liabilities | $5,213 |
| Total Long-Term Liabilities | $7,704 |
| Total Liabilities | $11,616 |
| General Fund Balance | $-2,394 |
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| Total Fund Balances | $-2,394 |
| Total Liabilities & Equity | $9,221 |
| DRG (Non-Outlier) | |
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| Total IME Payments |
| Inpatient Revenue | $25,735 |
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| Outpatient Revenue | $3,816 |
| Total Patient Revenue | $29,551 |
| Contractual Allowances & Discounts | $12,211 |
| Net Patient Revenue | $17,340 |
| Total Operating Expenses | $19,028 |
| Net Service Income | $-1,688 |
| Other Income | $369 |
| Total Income | $-1,319 |
| Other Expenses | $7 |
| Net Income | $-1,326 |
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| EHR | Netsmart Technologies |
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| EHR Version | Netsmart Technologies |
| EHR is Changing | No |
| ERP | Community HIS Solution |
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| ERP Version | NA |
| EHR is Changing | NA |