Axia Care Center of Orange
135 South Center Street, Orange, NJ 07050
Axia Care Center of Orange is a nursing home in Orange, 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
- CMS overall star rating3 of 5
- Last standard health inspectionJune 12, 2026 (4 months ago)
- Health citations since September 18, 202329 (New Jersey average 24)
- Fines in the past three years1, $124,800 in total
- CMS flagsNone listed by CMS
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CMS flags
CMS does not list this home as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate. CMS does not show an abuse icon for it. CMS lists no change of ownership in the past 12 months.
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.
CMS update of October 28, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
CMS update of October 8, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Name
CMS lists a new name for this home. It was ALARIS HEALTH AT ST MARYS.
Name
CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.
Health inspection on June 12, 2026
2 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation F0694. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 15, 2026.
Citation F0760. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 15, 2026.
Fire safety inspection on June 12, 2026
4 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0321. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 11, 2026.
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 July 30, 2026.
Citation K0921. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 11, 2026.
Citation K0541. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 30, 2026.
CMS update of May 27, 2026
Special Focus Facility
CMS no longer lists this home as a Special Focus Facility candidate.
Name
CMS lists a new name for this home. It was Axia Care Center of Orange.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
Special Focus Facility
CMS now lists this home as a Special Focus Facility candidate.
CMS update of March 25, 2026
Name
CMS lists a new name for this home. It was ALARIS HEALTH AT ST MARY'S.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
Health inspection on October 23, 2025
2 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0658. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 21, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0658 3 times since 2023.
Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 21, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0677 2 times since 2025.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of May 28, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
CMS update of April 30, 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 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Health inspection on April 15, 2025
2 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0660. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 7, 2025.
Citation F0745. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 7, 2025.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Health inspection on January 23, 2025
16 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
Severity L is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.
47 of 348 New Jersey homes (14%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2025.
CMS fine of $124,800 on January 23, 2025.
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Citation F0689. Severity L: immediate jeopardy, widespread.
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 February 26, 2025.
Citation F0610. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 26, 2025.
Citation F0569. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 26, 2025.
Citation F0570. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Assure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 26, 2025.
Citation F0865. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 26, 2025.
Citation F0558. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 26, 2025.
Citation F0677. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 26, 2025.
Citation F0687. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate foot care.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 26, 2025.
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 February 26, 2025.
Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 26, 2025.
Citation F0584. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
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 February 26, 2025.
Citation F0641. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 26, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0641 2 times since 2023.
Citation F0658. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 26, 2025.
Citation F0695. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 26, 2025.
Citation F0847. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 26, 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 February 26, 2025.
Fire safety inspection on January 23, 2025
1 citationCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 26, 2025.
CMS update of April 25, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of March 28, 2024
Ownership
CMS lists this home under a new chain.
CMS update of January 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
Health inspection on September 18, 2023
7 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation F0658. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 2, 2023.
Citation F0578. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 20, 2023.
Citation F0641. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 20, 2023.
Citation F0657. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 21, 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 October 4, 2023.
Citation F0692. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 27, 2023.
Citation F0812. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
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 September 25, 2023.
Fire safety inspection on September 18, 2023
2 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0311. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 23, 2023.
Citation K0761. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 17, 2023.
CMS star ratings
- 3 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 2 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 3 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 5 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (973) 266-3000
- Last standard health inspection
- June 12, 2026 (4 months ago)
- Certified beds
- 188
- Residents per day, on average
- 162.6
- Ownership type
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Legal business name
- South Center Street Nursing Home LLC
- Chain
- Alaris Health
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
More health citations than the New Jersey average (29 vs 24).
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- ZELMANOVITZ, JOSEPH5% or greater direct ownership interest · 99% · since 07/28/2005
- ZELMANOVITZ, GITIDirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 07/28/2005
- ROMAN, SUSANOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 02/16/2026
- SAMUEL, RAMEZOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 11/01/2025
Questions
When was Axia Care Center of Orange last inspected?
CMS lists June 12, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Axia Care Center of Orange have?
CMS lists 29 health citations since September 18, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Axia Care Center of Orange been fined?
CMS lists 1 fine in the past three years, $124,800 in total.
What is the CMS star rating of Axia Care Center of Orange?
Its CMS overall star rating is 3 of 5.
Is Axia Care Center of Orange a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.