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PREFERRED CARE AT ABSECON

1020 PITNEY ROAD, ABSECON, NJ 08201
Score: 51 / 100

CMS data shows Preferred Care At Absecon earning a D grade with a score of 51/100, placing it below most facilities in New Jersey. Prospective residents and families should carefully review the specific areas of concern detailed below.

Staffing at Preferred Care At Absecon is near the national average, with 3.99 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 22 deficiencies at Preferred Care At Absecon. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 24 / 40 pts
3 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 3 / 15 pts
1 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.99 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.42 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.99 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.58 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.49 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.24 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

22
Total Deficiencies
Dec 22, 2024
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 2 Minor 🟠 20 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0584 Severity E
    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 22, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0577 Severity D
    Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
    Dec 22, 2024 · Resident Rights 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.
    Dec 22, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity G
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    Sep 27, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0804 Severity E
    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    Sep 27, 2023 · 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 4.0% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 1.9% 3.0% Better
Urinary tract infections 0.7% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 3.3% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 1.9% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 5.9% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

1 penalty recorded by CMS

Total fines: $39,620

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 51 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 1★ → 3 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -5 pts
  • Fine deductions: -3 pts

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
162
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Dec 22, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3