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Atlantic Coast Rehab & Health

485 River Ave, Lakewood, NJ 08701

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Atlantic Coast Rehab & Health is a nursing home in Lakewood, New Jersey. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.

At a glance

This page uses data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), published on October 28, 2026. CMS updates its data about once a month.

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Inspections, fines and changes

This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.

  1. CMS update of October 8, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  2. CMS update of July 29, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 1 of 5.

    • CMS abuse icon

      CMS added its abuse icon to this home.

  3. Health inspection on June 25, 2026

    9 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    Show the 9 citations
    • Citation F0584. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2026.

    • Citation F0628. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2026.

    • Citation F0756. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2026.

    • Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0600 2 times since 2026.

    • Citation F0645. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 29, 2026.

    • Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0656 2 times since 2025.

    • Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2026.

    • Citation F0700. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2026.

    • Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 30, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0880 3 times since 2023.

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  4. Fire safety inspection on June 25, 2026

    3 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation K0132. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Meet requirements for outpatient facilities located next to inpatient facilities separated by fire resistive construction.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2026.

    • Citation K0353. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2026.

    • Citation K0355. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2026.

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  5. CMS update of June 24, 2026

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from March 11, 2026 from $87,912 to $101,112.

  6. CMS update of April 29, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  7. Health inspection on March 11, 2026

    2 citations

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    Severity J is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.

    32 of 348 New Jersey homes (9%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2026.

    CMS fine of $101,112 on March 11, 2026.

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    • Citation F0600. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 28, 2026.

    • Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 28, 2026.

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  8. CMS update of February 25, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  9. CMS update of November 20, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  10. CMS update of July 30, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  11. CMS update of June 25, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 1 of 5.

  12. CMS update of May 28, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  13. CMS update of April 30, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  14. CMS update of February 26, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  15. Health inspection on February 14, 2025

    10 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation F0695. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 1, 2025.

    • Citation F0812. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 1, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0812 2 times since 2023.

    • Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 1, 2025.

    • Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 1, 2025.

    • Citation F0690. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 1, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0690 2 times since 2023.

    • Citation F0755. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 1, 2025.

    • Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 1, 2025.

    • Citation F0814. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 1, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0814 2 times since 2023.

    • Citation F0842. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 1, 2025.

    • Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 1, 2025.

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  16. Fire safety inspection on February 14, 2025

    2 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation K0363. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 1, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for K0363 2 times since 2023.

    • Citation K0293. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 1, 2025.

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  17. CMS update of October 30, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  18. CMS update of May 29, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  19. CMS update of April 25, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  20. Health inspection on January 11, 2023

    6 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation F0812. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 24, 2023.

    • Citation F0690. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 24, 2023.

    • Citation F0757. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 24, 2023.

    • Citation F0814. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 24, 2023.

    • Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 24, 2023.

    • Citation F0582. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 24, 2023.

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  21. Fire safety inspection on January 11, 2023

    6 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation K0222. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2023.

    • Citation K0341. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 28, 2023.

    • Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 28, 2023.

    • Citation K0711. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 24, 2023.

    • Citation K0351. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 1, 2023.

    • Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 24, 2023.

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CMS star ratings

Facts from CMS

Phone
(732) 364-7100
Last standard health inspection
June 25, 2026 (4 months ago)
Certified beds
160
Residents per day, on average
127.8
Ownership type
For profit - Corporation
Legal business name
Atlantic Coast Rehab & Care Center LLC
Chain
Ocean Healthcare
Takes part in
Medicare and Medicaid

More health citations than the New Jersey average (27 vs 24).

Owners and managers

CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.

Questions

When was Atlantic Coast Rehab & Health last inspected?

CMS lists June 25, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.

How many citations (violations) does Atlantic Coast Rehab & Health have?

CMS lists 27 health citations since January 11, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.

Has Atlantic Coast Rehab & Health been fined?

CMS lists 1 fine in the past three years, $101,112 in total.

What is the CMS star rating of Atlantic Coast Rehab & Health?

Its CMS overall star rating is 1 of 5.

Is Atlantic Coast Rehab & Health a Special Focus Facility?

No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.

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