New Milford, NJ

Careone At New Milford

3-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with $15,334 in total fines with 16 recent health deficiencies with 13 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

800 River Road, New Milford, NJ

(201) 967-1700

Compare this facility

Overall

3 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

2 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

2 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

5 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

236

Certified beds

Average residents

180

Average occupied residents

Ownership

For-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

Careone

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1991-07-15

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.45

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

0.70

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

1.67

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

2.37

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

15%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

8%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 1.2
2.1
0.9 pts better
1.9
0.7 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 0.6
1.1
0.5 pts better
1.8
1.2 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.1%
93.0%
6.1 pts better
93.4%
5.7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
97.2%
2.8 pts better
95.5%
4.5 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.8%
2.4%
0.4 pts worse
3.3%
0.5 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 1.7%
11.4%
9.7 pts better
11.4%
9.7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 6.3%
4.6%
1.7 pts worse
5.4%
0.9 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 21.0%
19.0%
2 pts worse
19.6%
1.4 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 25.1%
13.5%
11.6 pts worse
16.7%
8.4 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained 0.0%
0.1%
0.1 pts better
0.1%
0.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened 11.1%
9.8%
1.3 pts worse
16.3%
5.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 12.1%
9.7%
2.4 pts worse
14.9%
2.8 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 0.1%
0.7%
0.6 pts better
1.0%
0.9 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.4%
0.8%
0.4 pts better
1.7%
1.3 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 9.5%
15.9%
6.4 pts better
19.8%
10.3 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 4.6%
6.0%
1.4 pts better
5.1%
0.5 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 96.0%
78.7%
17.3 pts better
81.7%
14.3 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 5.4%
8.2%
2.8 pts better
12.0%
6.6 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.7%
1.2%
0.5 pts better
1.6%
0.9 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 98.0%
80.1%
17.9 pts better
79.7%
18.3 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 17.5%
25.4%
7.9 pts better
23.9%
6.4 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2025-03-06 · Fire 2025-03-06

16 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)

13 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (6 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2023-01-18 · Fire 2023-01-18

10 health deficiencies

Top issue: Nursing and Physician Services (2 deficiencies)

7 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2021-01-26 · Fire 2021-01-26

4 health deficiencies

Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (2 deficiencies)

0 fire-safety deficiencies

No concentrated fire-safety issue counts in this cycle.

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

K281 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install proper backup exit lighting.

Corrected 2025-03-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

K291 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

Corrected 2025-03-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

K293 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

Corrected 2025-03-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

K321 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Corrected 2025-03-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

K324 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2025-03-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

K351 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

Corrected 2025-05-02

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2025-04-02

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

K355 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

Corrected 2025-03-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

K531 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.

Corrected 2025-04-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

K541 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.

Corrected 2025-04-24

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2025-05-02

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

K921 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

Corrected 2025-03-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2025-03-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-18

K541 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.

Corrected 2023-02-10

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-18

K321 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Corrected 2023-02-10

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-18

K324 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2023-02-10

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-18

K351 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

Corrected 2023-03-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-18

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2023-02-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-18

K311 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

Corrected 2023-02-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-18

K911 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.

Corrected 2023-02-10

Inspection history

Recent health citations

J · Immediate jeopardy 2025-03-06

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2023-07-31

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Corrected 2025-03-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Corrected 2025-03-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Corrected 2025-03-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Corrected 2025-03-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Corrected 2025-03-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Corrected 2025-03-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Corrected 2025-03-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

F698 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

Corrected 2025-03-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

F711 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Health

Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.

Corrected 2025-03-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

F755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Corrected 2025-03-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Corrected 2025-03-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Corrected 2025-03-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

F842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Corrected 2025-03-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2025-03-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-06

F944 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program.

Corrected 2025-03-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-26

F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Corrected 2024-02-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-26

F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected 2024-02-02

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-18

F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Corrected 2023-02-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-18

F730 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Health

Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

Corrected 2023-02-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-18

F755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Corrected 2023-02-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-18

F553 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.

Corrected 2023-02-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-18

F585 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

Corrected 2023-03-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-18

F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Corrected 2023-02-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-18

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2023-02-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-18

F726 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

Corrected 2023-02-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-18

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2023-02-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-18

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2023-02-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-01-26

F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Corrected 2021-03-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-01-26

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected 2021-03-02

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

$15,334 2025-03-06

Fine

Fine · fine $15,334

Fine

Ownership

Care Realty, LLC

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization

100% 20 facilities 2003-01-10
Thci Of New Jersry LLC

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization

100% 2 facilities 2008-11-25
Baruch, David

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 37 facilities 2021-12-01
Baruch, David

W-2 Managing Employee · Individual

0% 37 facilities 2021-12-01
Des 2009 Family Trust

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 18 facilities 2021-12-01
Healthbridge Management LLC

Operational/Managerial Control · Organization

0% 35 facilities 2003-08-01
Straus, Daniel

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual

0% 37 facilities 2003-01-10
Straus, Daniel

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 37 facilities 2003-06-10

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