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FOUNTAINVIEW CARE CENTER

527 RIVER AVENUE, LAKEWOOD, NJ 08701
Score: 28 / 100

With a score of 28/100, Fountainview Care Center ranks in the bottom tier of New Jersey nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.

With 3.05 total nurse hours per resident per day, Fountainview Care Center falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.

Recent CMS inspections identified 18 deficiencies at Fountainview Care Center, including 2 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality..

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 16 / 40 pts
2 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ 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 3.05 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.36 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.82 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 1.87 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.51 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.16 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

18
Total Deficiencies
Jun 18, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 16 Moderate 🔴 2 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0658 Severity E
    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    Jun 18, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0600 Severity J
    Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
    Mar 5, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0610 Severity J
    Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
    Mar 5, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0761 Severity D
    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologi
    Mar 5, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0583 Severity D
    Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
    Mar 5, 2025 · Resident Rights 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 6.2% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 2.0% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 14.3% 14.5% Average
Urinary tract infections 1.7% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 5.4% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 5.0% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 24.4% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

10 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $57,526

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 28 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -15 pts
  • Fine deductions: -5 pts

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Partnership
Certified Beds
123
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Mar 5, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
11