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BIRCHWOOD REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE CENTER

205 BIRCHWOOD AVE, CRANFORD, NJ 07016
Score: 87 / 100

Among nursing homes in New Jersey, Birchwood Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center stands out with an A grade and a score of 87 out of 100. It ranks in the 87th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

With 3.34 total nurse hours per resident per day, Birchwood Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.

Recent inspections identified 25 deficiencies at Birchwood Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.34 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.40 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.90 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.04 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.00 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.41 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

25
Total Deficiencies
Dec 10, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 25 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0550 Severity E
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    Dec 10, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0584 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for d
    Dec 10, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0684 Severity D
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Dec 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0700 Severity D
    Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these
    Dec 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity D
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Nov 13, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 6.3% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 2.0% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 15.9% 14.5% Average
Urinary tract infections 0.2% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 3.6% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 1.5% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 20.5% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 87 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
200
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Dec 10, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
4