Cycle 1
Health 2025-08-29 · Fire 2025-08-29
4 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (3 deficiencies)
5 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Ocean City, NJ
United Methodist Communities At The Shores
5-star overall rating with 4-star inspections with 4 recent health deficiencies with 5 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
2201 Bay Avenue, Ocean City, NJ
(609) 399-8505
Overall
5 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
4 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
5 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
4 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
60
Certified beds
Average residents
53
Average occupied residents
Ownership
Non-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
No chain reported
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1998-02-16
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Changed ownership
No
Within the last 12 months
Family council
Yes
Resident and family council reported
Sprinklers
Yes
Automatic sprinklers in all required areas
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.98
Registered nurse staffing · state 0.69 · national 0.68
LPN hours / resident day
0.89
Licensed practical nurse staffing · state 0.94 · national 0.87
Aide hours / resident day
2.40
Nurse aide staffing · state 2.23 · national 2.35
Total nurse hours
4.27
All reported nurse hours · state 3.86 · national 3.89
Licensed hours
1.87
RN + LPN hours · state 1.62 · national 1.54
Weekend hours
3.85
Weekend nurse staffing · state 3.45 · national 3.43
Weekend RN hours
0.58
Weekend registered nurse coverage · state 0.49 · national 0.47
Physical therapist
0.15
Reported PT staffing · state 0.11 · national 0.07
Adjusted RN hours
1.03
CMS adjusted RN staffing hours
Adjusted total hours
4.52
CMS adjusted total nurse staffing hours
Case-mix index
1.29
Higher values indicate more complex resident acuity
RN turnover
27%
Annual RN turnover · state 39% · national 45%
Total nurse turnover
38%
Annual nurse turnover · state 41% · national 46%
SNF VBP
Value-based purchasing
Program rank
2,361
Lower is better among SNFs in the FY 2026 VBP program.
Performance score
50.01
Composite VBP score used to determine payment impact.
Payment multiplier
1.0041
Above 1.000 increases Medicare payment; below 1.000 reduces it.
Program components
How the VBP score is built
Readmission
2.90
Baseline 17.12% · Performance 20.09% · Measure score 2.90 · Achievement 2.90 · Improvement 0
Healthcare-associated infections
6.21
Baseline 5.03% · Performance 5.98% · Measure score 6.21 · Achievement 6.21 · Improvement 0
Total nurse turnover
7.76
Baseline 96.00% · Performance 37.26% · Measure score 7.76 · Achievement 6.47 · Improvement 7.76
Adjusted total nurse staffing
3.14
Baseline 4.95 hours · Performance 3.97 hours · Measure score 3.14 · Achievement 3.14 · Improvement 0
SNF QRP
Medicare quality reporting measures
| Measure | Facility | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potentially preventable 30-day readmission | 11.97% |
10.72%
1.2 pts worse
|
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 349 · Observed rate 10.32% · Lower 95% interval 9.36% |
| Discharge to community | 60.58% |
50.57%
10 pts better
|
Better than the National Rate · Eligible stays 332 · Observed rate 60.84% · Lower 95% interval 56.1% |
| Medicare spending per beneficiary | 0.98 |
1.02
About the same
|
|
| Drug regimen review with follow-up | 98.1% |
95.27%
2.8 pts better
|
Numerator 206 · Denominator 210 |
| Falls with major injury | 0.48% |
0.77%
0.3 pts better
|
Numerator 1 · Denominator 210 |
| Discharge self-care score | 46.15% |
53.69%
7.5 pts worse
|
Numerator 78 · Denominator 169 |
| Discharge mobility score | 34.32% |
50.94%
16.6 pts worse
|
Numerator 58 · Denominator 169 |
| Pressure ulcers or injuries, new or worsened | 4.29% |
2.29%
2 pts worse
|
Numerator 9 · Denominator 210 · Adjusted rate 5.05% |
| Healthcare-associated infections requiring hospitalization | 5.98% |
7.12%
1.1 pts better
|
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 216 · Observed rate 3.7% · Lower 95% interval 4.11% |
| Staff COVID-19 vaccination coverage | 2.67% |
8.2%
5.5 pts worse
|
Numerator 2 · Denominator 75 |
| Staff flu vaccination coverage | 92% |
42%
50 pts better
|
Numerator 69 · Denominator 75 |
| Discharge function score | 43.79% |
56.45%
12.7 pts worse
|
Numerator 74 · Denominator 169 |
| Transfer of health information to provider | 100% |
95.95%
4 pts better
|
Numerator 33 · Denominator 33 |
| Transfer of health information to patient | 100% |
96.28%
3.7 pts better
|
Numerator 152 · Denominator 152 |
| Resident COVID-19 vaccinations up to date | 17.27% |
25.2%
7.9 pts worse
|
Numerator 19 · Denominator 110 |
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.9 |
2.1
1.2 pts better
|
1.9
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 0.9 · Observed 0.7 · Expected 1.5 · Used in QM five-star |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.1 |
1.1
About the same
|
1.8
0.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 1.1 · Observed 0.9 · Expected 1.3 · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 81.9% |
93.0%
11.1 pts worse
|
93.4%
11.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 74.3% · Q2 66.7% · Q3 85.7% · Q4 100.0% · 4Q avg 81.9% |
| 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 · 4Q avg 100.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 8.0% |
2.4%
5.6 pts worse
|
3.3%
4.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 5.7% · Q2 6.1% · Q3 8.6% · Q4 11.4% · 4Q avg 8.0% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 0.0% |
11.4%
11.4 pts better
|
11.4%
11.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 7.2% |
4.6%
2.6 pts worse
|
5.4%
1.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 11.1% · Q2 4.3% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 12.0% · 4Q avg 7.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 28.4% |
19.0%
9.4 pts worse
|
19.6%
8.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 25.9% · Q2 25.0% · Q3 28.0% · Q4 34.6% · 4Q avg 28.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 12.8% |
13.5%
0.7 pts better
|
16.7%
3.9 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 17.4% · Q3 9.5% · Q4 13.0% · 4Q avg 12.8% · Used in QM five-star |
| 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 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 36.9% |
9.8%
27.1 pts worse
|
16.3%
20.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 36.9% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 21.4% |
9.7%
11.7 pts worse
|
14.9%
6.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 29.6% · Q2 21.7% · Q3 12.5% · Q4 20.8% · 4Q avg 21.4% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.0% |
0.7%
0.7 pts better
|
1.0%
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.0% |
0.8%
0.8 pts better
|
1.7%
1.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 42.9% |
15.9%
27 pts worse
|
19.8%
23.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 50.6% · Q2 53.3% · Q3 37.4% · Q4 31.3% · 4Q avg 42.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 5.4% |
6.0%
0.6 pts better
|
5.1%
0.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 4.5% · Q2 11.3% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 5.8% · 4Q avg 5.4% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 89.2% |
78.7%
10.5 pts better
|
81.7%
7.5 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 83.7% · Q2 84.1% · Q3 91.3% · Q4 98.2% · 4Q avg 89.2% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 8.1% |
8.2%
0.1 pts better
|
12.0%
3.9 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 8.1% · Observed 6.8% · Expected 9.4% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.8% |
1.2%
0.4 pts better
|
1.6%
0.8 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 1.0% · Q3 1.1% · Q4 1.2% · 4Q avg 0.8% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 77.1% |
80.1%
3 pts worse
|
79.7%
2.6 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 · 4Q avg 77.1% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 28.3% |
25.4%
2.9 pts worse
|
23.9%
4.4 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 28.3% · Observed 23.0% · Expected 19.4% · Used in QM five-star |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-02-20 · Fire 2024-02-20
8 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (3 deficiencies)
2 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Miscellaneous (1 deficiency)
Cycle 3
Health 2021-11-05 · Fire 2021-11-05
6 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (2 deficiencies)
2 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (1 deficiency)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-29
K291 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2025-09-02
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-29
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2025-09-02
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-29
K281 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Corrected 2025-10-31
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-29
K355 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2025-09-18
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-29
K374 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Corrected 2025-09-30
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-20
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 2024-03-29
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-20
K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Corrected 2024-03-29
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-11-05
K927 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen.
Corrected 2021-12-14
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-11-05
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2021-12-14
Inspection history
Recent health citations
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-29
F644 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected 2025-09-26
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-29
F655 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected 2025-09-26
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-29
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 2025-09-26
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-29
F690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2025-09-26
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-20
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 2024-03-25
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-20
F759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected 2024-03-25
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-20
F809 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Corrected 2024-03-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-20
F582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected 2024-03-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-20
F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2024-03-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-20
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 2024-03-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-20
F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2024-03-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-20
F947 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Corrected 2024-03-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-05-17
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 2023-07-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-05-17
F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2023-07-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-05-17
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 2023-07-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-05-17
F690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2023-07-06
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-11-05
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 2021-12-14
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-11-05
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 2021-12-14
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
Ownership
Ellis, Julie
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Peterson, Robert
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Zauner, James
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
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