With a score of 74/100 and a B grade, Wedgwood Gardens Care Center is a well-regarded option in Freehold, New Jersey. The facility performs above average in most CMS categories, placing it in the 70th percentile statewide.
With 3.31 total nurse hours per resident per day, Wedgwood Gardens 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 11 deficiencies at Wedgwood Gardens Care Center, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: provide and implement an infection prevention and control program..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.31 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.79 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.77 | 0.7 | Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 1.75 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 2.76 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.60 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0880 Severity FProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Mar 18, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
- Tag 0583 Severity DKeep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.Mar 18, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0656 Severity DDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Mar 18, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0760 Severity JEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Mar 2, 2023 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
- Tag 0880 Severity FProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Mar 2, 2023 · Infection Control 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 | 7.3% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 2.5% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 1.3% | 14.5% | Better |
| Urinary tract infections | 1.6% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 5.5% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 6.9% | 7.5% | Average |
| New/worsened incontinence | 23.1% | 45.0% | Better |
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of B is based on a score of 74 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 4★ → 32 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 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
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