Somerset County, New Jersey · Nursing home
Abingdon Care & Rehabilitation Center
2 of 5 overall from CMS
303 Rock Ave, Green Brook, NJ 08812
At a glance
- Overall rating 2 of 5 Below the state average of 3.3
- Nurse time per resident, per day 3.03 hours Below the state average of 3.85
- Nursing staff who left in a year 28.4% Below the state average of 39.7%
- Health citations, last 3 inspection cycles 35 1 at the harm level or above
- Fines in 3 years $131,966 1 fine
- Certified beds in use 67.9% of 180 beds, on an average day
Arrows only show whether a figure is above or below the state average. They are not a judgment of the home.
Abingdon Care & Rehabilitation Center is a 180-bed nursing home in Green Brook, New Jersey (Somerset County). CMS rates it 2 of 5 stars overall as of Sep 2026. It reports 3.03 nurse staffing hours per resident per day, below the New Jersey average of 3.85. CMS lists 1 fine totaling $131,966 in the past three years.
- Certified beds
- 180
- Residents per day (average)
- 122.2
- Certified since
- 1972 (54 yrs)
For profit - Limited Liability company Participates in Medicare and MedicaidPart of Aristacare (9 homes)
Bed use is this site's calculation: average residents per day divided by certified beds. It is an average, so it does not show today's openings.
Terms used on this page
- CMS
- The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that publishes the ratings, staffing figures, inspection results and penalties shown here.
- Certified beds
- The number of federally certified beds CMS lists for the home.
- Deficiency or citation
- A federal requirement that inspectors found the home did not meet. Each one gets a letter from A to L for how serious it was and how many residents were affected. What the letters mean
- Actual harm
- Letters G, H and I: actual harm to a resident that is not immediate jeopardy.
- Immediate jeopardy
- Letters J, K and L: the problem caused, or was likely to cause, serious injury, harm, impairment or death to a resident.
- Inspection cycle
- A standard inspection plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to it. This page shows the three most recent cycles.
- Special Focus Facility (SFF)
- A home CMS has placed under closer oversight because of its inspection record. More about the program
Questions to ask Abingdon Care & Rehabilitation Center
Chosen from this home's public data.
- CMS lists 1 fine totaling $131,966 in the past three years. What changed after the most recent one?Penalties in CMS data
- CMS counts 15 health deficiencies in the latest inspection cycle (the standard inspection on Apr 23, 2025 plus complaint and infection-control inspections); the New Jersey average is 8.6. Which have been corrected?Inspection results in CMS data
- About 67.9% of certified beds are in use on an average day. Are any units closed, or are admissions limited?Certified beds and average residents in CMS data
More in what to ask on a nursing home tour.
CMS star ratings
- Overall 2 of 5 New Jersey average 3.3
- Health inspections 1 of 5 New Jersey average 2.8
- Staffing 2 of 5 New Jersey average 3.1
- Quality measures 5 of 5 New Jersey average 4.4
The vertical line marks the New Jersey average. Ratings run from 1 to 5. How to read CMS star ratings
Nurse staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, as the home reported to CMS.
What these roles do
Nurse aides give most hands-on daily care, such as help with bathing, dressing and meals. Licensed practical nurses give medications and routine nursing care. Registered nurses assess residents and direct their care.
- All nursing staff 3.03 h New Jersey average 3.85
- Nurse aides 2.03 h New Jersey average 2.23
- Licensed practical nurses 0.71 h New Jersey average 0.93
- Registered nurses 0.29 h New Jersey average 0.68
- All staff, weekends 2.79 h New Jersey average 3.50
How much nurse staffing is enough? All bars share one scale, 0 to 11 hours. The vertical line marks the New Jersey average; the national average for all nursing staff is 3.86 hours.
- Nursing staff turnover28.4%
- New Jersey average39.7%
- Registered nurse turnover62.5%
- New Jersey average37.7%
- Administrators who left1
Quality measures
CMS calculates these from residents' assessments and Medicare claims. They are shown as published, next to the New Jersey and national averages. marks the measures CMS uses in its quality star rating; for those, the rating gives more points for a lower rate.
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This home | New Jersey | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 4.5% | 8.7% | 13.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 2.5% | 4.6% | 5.2% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.0% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 8.0% | 12.1% | 12.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 3.6% | 2.3% | 3.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 62.1% | 93.0% | 93.6% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 3.3% | 8.2% | 14.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 20.3% | 18.8% | 19.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 93.7% | 97.2% | 95.5% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 4.4% | 5.4% | 4.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 19.5% | 15.6% | 19.0% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 22.5% | 12.7% | 15.4% |
| ★ Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | Too few residents or stays to report | 2.07 | 1.90 |
| ★ Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | Too few residents or stays to report | 1.11 | 1.78 |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This home | New Jersey | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 20.8% | 79.0% | 82.0% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 2.3% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 41.1% | 80.1% | 79.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 23.3% | 24.9% | 23.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 2.7% | 8.1% | 12.0% |
Measure periods: April 2025 to March 2026 for most measures; July 2024 to June 2025 for the flu vaccine measures; January to December 2025 for the hospital and emergency department measures, which CMS risk-adjusts. See the measures on Medicare.gov
Inspection history
Inspectors cited 35 health deficiencies in the three most recent inspection cycles. Of these, 1 involved actual harm; the rest were graded as no actual harm. 7 were cited in connection with a complaint investigation. The most recent citation at the harm level or above was on Oct 31, 2023: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
| Standard inspection | Health | Fire safety |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 23, 2025 | 15 | 13 |
| Oct 31, 2023 | 18 | 9 |
| Aug 30, 2021 | 2 | 8 |
New Jersey homes averaged 8.6 health deficiencies in the latest cycle; the national average is 9.2. Each cycle's health count covers the standard inspection on that date plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to that cycle.
Health citations, three most recent inspection cycles (35)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds.
Complaint investigation · Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 19, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 19, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 19, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 9, 2025)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 12, 2025)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
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.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 12, 2025)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 12, 2025)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 12, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
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.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 12, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 12, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds.
Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 12, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 23, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 12, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 12, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Environmental · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 12, 2025)
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GActual harm, isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 4, 2024)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 1, 2023)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 1, 2023)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 12, 2024)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Complaint investigation · Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 1, 2023)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 1, 2023)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 1, 2023)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 1, 2023)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
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.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 23, 2023)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 1, 2023)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Complaint investigation · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 1, 2023)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 1, 2023)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 1, 2023)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 23, 2023)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.
Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 1, 2023)
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What severity letters A to L mean
Each sentence above is the requirement that was not met, in CMS's wording. For the inspection results as Medicare publishes them, open this home's page on Medicare.gov and look under "Health inspections".
Penalties, past three years
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 31, 2023 | Fine | $131,966 |
New Jersey homes averaged 0.7 fines and $34,926 in fine amounts; the national averages are 0.9 and $30,972.
Cost
Not in the public data. CMS does not publish what a nursing home charges.
Ask the home for its daily private-pay rate and whether a bed is open for your coverage. See what Medicare covers and how Medicaid pays for a nursing home.
Compared within New Jersey
- Size82 of 348 by certified beds
- New Jersey average residents per day122.4
- ChainAristacare
- Chain average overall rating3.0 of 5
- Resident or family councilResident
- Homes in Somerset County15
Common questions
What is the CMS star rating for Abingdon Care & Rehabilitation Center?
Abingdon Care & Rehabilitation Center has an overall rating of 2 of 5 stars from CMS as of Sep 2026. Its health inspection rating is 1, staffing is 2 and quality measures is 5.
How many beds does Abingdon Care & Rehabilitation Center have?
Abingdon Care & Rehabilitation Center has 180 certified beds. It averages 122.2 residents per day, about 67.9% of its certified beds.
How much nursing care do residents get at Abingdon Care & Rehabilitation Center?
The home reports 3.03 hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, including 0.29 hours from registered nurses. The New Jersey average is 3.85 hours and 0.68 hours from registered nurses.
Has Abingdon Care & Rehabilitation Center been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 1 fine totaling $131,966 in the past three years.
Does Abingdon Care & Rehabilitation Center accept Medicare or Medicaid?
CMS lists its participation as "Medicare and Medicaid". Ask the home whether a bed is open for your coverage.
Guides for families looking at this home
- Understanding the recordWhat to ask on a nursing home tourQuestions that turn a home's public record into a useful conversation when you tour, plus what to look for yourself.
- Understanding the recordInspection severity letters A to LHow inspectors grade each deficiency by harm and by how many residents were affected.
- Understanding the recordHow to read CMS star ratingsWhat the overall, health inspection, staffing and quality measure ratings cover, and what they leave out.
Nearest nursing homes
- 5 of 5 Aristacare at Norwood Terrace 120beds 89.4%in use 3.33nurse hours a day
- 5 of 5 Complete Care at Plainfield LLC 106beds 96.8%in use 3.07nurse hours a day
- 4 of 5 Careone at Somerset Valley 64beds 74.4%in use 4.37nurse hours a day
Sorted by straight-line distance. This is not a ranking or a recommendation. Compare all homes in Somerset County
Who to call in New Jersey
These offices serve residents of every nursing home in New Jersey.
- Long-term care ombudsman New Jersey Long-Term Care Ombudsman 1-877-582-6995 (Fax 1-609-943-3479. Email: ombudsman@ltco.nj.gov. Mail: P.O. Box 852, Trenton, NJ 08625-0852.) An advocate for residents and their families.
- File a complaint about a nursing home Department of Health Complaint Hotline 1-800-792-9770 (24-hour hotline, seven days a week; complaints may be made by phone without giving a name. Long-term care complaints can also be faxed to 609-943-4977 (reviewed during business hours), submitted online (web.doh.nj.gov/fc/search.aspx), or mailed to NJ Department of Health, PO Box 367, Trenton, NJ 08625-0367.) The state agency that inspects nursing homes.
New Jersey staffing, bed-hold and Medicaid rules · Residents' rights in every state
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home datasets processed Sep 1, 2026. CMS Certification Number 315141. See this home's official record on Medicare.gov
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