Ashbrook Care & Rehabilitation Center
1610 Raritan Road, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Ashbrook Care & Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home in Scotch Plains, 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 rating2 of 5
- Last standard health inspectionMay 9, 2025 (1 year ago)
- Health citations since February 6, 202330 (New Jersey average 24)
- Fines in the past three years4, $58,247 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 staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of July 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of April 29, 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.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of January 14, 2026
Fine
CMS changed the fine from May 9, 2025 from $41,400 to $44,486.
CMS update of November 20, 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 health inspection 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 staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS health inspection 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 staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Ownership
CMS lists this home under a new chain.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from September 11, 2023 from $3,882 to $3,812.
CMS update of May 28, 2025
Ownership
CMS lists this home under a new chain.
Health inspection on May 9, 2025
11 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection and 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.
47 of 348 New Jersey homes (14%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2025.
CMS fine of $44,486 on May 9, 2025.
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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.
The home is disputing this citation through CMS's informal review.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2025.
Citation F0609. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
The home is disputing this citation through CMS's informal review.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0609 2 times since 2023.
Citation F0610. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
The home is disputing this citation through CMS's informal review.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2025.
Citation F0835. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
The home is disputing this citation through CMS's informal review.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2025.
Citation F0584. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
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 June 23, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0584 2 times since 2023.
Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
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 June 23, 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 June 23, 2025.
Citation F0698. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 23, 2025.
Citation F0759. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 23, 2025.
Citation F0760. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 23, 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 June 23, 2025.
Fire safety inspection on May 9, 2025
7 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0324. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 23, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0324 2 times since 2023.
Citation K0351. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 30, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0351 2 times since 2023.
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 June 23, 2025.
Citation K0355. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 23, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0355 2 times since 2023.
Citation K0918. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 23, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0918 3 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 June 23, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0293 2 times since 2023.
Citation K0521. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 23, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0521 2 times since 2023.
CMS update of April 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
CMS update of February 26, 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 changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
CMS update of May 29, 2024
Fine
CMS changed the fine from October 10, 2023 from $4,545 to $4,587.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from October 17, 2023 from $4,545 to $4,587.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from October 23, 2023 from $4,545 to $4,587.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from October 30, 2023 from $4,545 to $4,587.
CMS update of April 25, 2024
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 3 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from August 14, 2023 from $2,447 to $2,470.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from August 21, 2023 from $2,797 to $2,823.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from September 11, 2023 from $3,846 to $3,882.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from September 18, 2023 from $4,196 to $4,235.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from September 25, 2023 from $4,545 to $4,587.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from October 2, 2023 from $4,545 to $4,587.
CMS update of March 28, 2024
Fine
CMS changed the fine from July 17, 2023 from $4,194 to $4,233.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from August 7, 2023 from $2,098 to $2,117.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from August 28, 2023 from $3,147 to $3,176.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from September 5, 2023 from $3,496 to $3,529.
CMS update of January 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Health inspection on December 15, 2023
18 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0727. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 20, 2024.
Citation F0756. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
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 January 10, 2024.
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 January 20, 2024.
Citation F0686. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 20, 2024.
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 January 19, 2024.
Citation F0728. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that nurse aides who have worked more than 4 months, are trained and competent; and nurse aides who have worked less than 4 months are enrolled in appropriate training.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 18, 2024.
Citation F0755. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 December 20, 2023.
Citation F0849. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 15, 2024.
Citation F0868. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
CMS lists it as corrected on January 22, 2024.
Citation F0557. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 15, 2024.
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 December 16, 2023.
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 January 20, 2024.
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 January 20, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0656 2 times since 2023.
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 January 20, 2024.
Citation F0732. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Post nurse staffing information every day.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 16, 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 January 5, 2024.
Citation F0881. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 20, 2023.
Citation F0882. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 18, 2023.
Fire safety inspection on December 15, 2023
5 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0271. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 20, 2024.
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 February 20, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for K0311 2 times since 2023.
Citation K0324. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 22, 2024.
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 January 4, 2024.
Citation K0918. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 4, 2024.
October 30, 2023
FineCMS fine of $4,587 on October 30, 2023.
October 23, 2023
FineCMS fine of $4,587 on October 23, 2023.
October 17, 2023
FineCMS fine of $4,587 on October 17, 2023.
Health inspection on February 6, 2023
1 citationCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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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 February 13, 2023.
Fire safety inspection on February 6, 2023
13 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0291. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 14, 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 February 7, 2023.
Citation K0311. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 7, 2023.
Citation K0321. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 February 15, 2023.
Citation K0341. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 3, 2023.
Citation K0345. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 7, 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 23, 2023.
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 February 7, 2023.
Citation K0371. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly sized and located compartments to protect residents from smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 7, 2023.
Citation K0374. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 7, 2023.
Citation K0918. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 20, 2023.
Citation K0521. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 15, 2023.
Citation K0911. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 15, 2023.
CMS star ratings
- 2 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 2 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 3 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 4 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (908) 889-5500
- Last standard health inspection
- May 9, 2025 (1 year ago)
- Certified beds
- 114
- Residents per day, on average
- 86.5
- Ownership type
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Legal business name
- Ashbrook Care & Rehabilitation Center LLC
- Chain
- Autumn Lake Healthcare
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
More health citations than the New Jersey average (30 vs 24).
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- JACOBS, HYMAN5% or greater direct ownership interest · 95% · since 04/03/2009
- JACOBS, LIVIA5% or greater direct ownership interest · 5% · since 04/30/2009
Questions
When was Ashbrook Care & Rehabilitation Center last inspected?
CMS lists May 9, 2025 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Ashbrook Care & Rehabilitation Center have?
CMS lists 30 health citations since February 6, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Ashbrook Care & Rehabilitation Center been fined?
CMS lists 4 fines in the past three years, $58,247 in total.
What is the CMS star rating of Ashbrook Care & Rehabilitation Center?
Its CMS overall star rating is 2 of 5.
Is Ashbrook Care & Rehabilitation Center a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.