Whiting Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
3000 Hilltop Road, Whiting, NJ 08759
Whiting Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a nursing home in Whiting, 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 rating1 of 5
- Last standard health inspectionJuly 9, 2026 (4 months ago)
- Health citations since March 9, 202343 (New Jersey average 24)
- Fines in the past three years5, $345,528 in total
- CMS flagsSpecial Focus Facility candidate
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Special Focus Facility candidate
CMS puts a small number of homes in this program. CMS inspects them more often until they meet the program's exit rules.
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 quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from July 9, 2026 from $70,637 to $108,622.
CMS update of October 8, 2026
Fine
CMS changed the fine from November 6, 2025 from $61,770 to $62,828.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from February 5, 2026 from $16,575 to $16,859.
Health inspection on July 9, 2026
4 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.
32 of 348 New Jersey homes (9%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2026.
CMS fine of $108,622 on July 9, 2026.
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Citation F0689. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, 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 July 10, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0689 6 times since 2024.
Citation F0835. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 10, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0835 3 times since 2024.
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 July 31, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0658 2 times since 2025.
Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 31, 2026.
Fire safety inspection on July 9, 2026
10 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 August 3, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0271 2 times since 2026.
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 3, 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 September 17, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0345 2 times since 2025.
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 August 20, 2026.
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 August 9, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0353 3 times since 2025.
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 August 11, 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 September 4, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0921 2 times since 2025.
Citation K0923. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 29, 2026.
Citation K0222. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 August 12, 2026.
Citation K0912. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 4, 2026.
CMS update of June 24, 2026
Fine
CMS changed the fine from November 6, 2025 from $95,030 to $61,770.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from February 5, 2026 from $25,500 to $16,575.
CMS update of May 27, 2026
CMS abuse icon
CMS removed its abuse icon from this home.
Fire safety inspection on May 18, 2026
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint 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 May 27, 2026.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Special Focus Facility
CMS now lists this home as a Special Focus Facility candidate.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Health inspection on February 10, 2026
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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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 March 4, 2026.
Fire safety inspection on February 10, 2026
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation K0223. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 4, 2026.
Health inspection on February 5, 2026
3 citationsCMS 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 $16,859 on February 5, 2026.
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Citation F0689. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, 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 February 25, 2026.
Citation F0835. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 25, 2026.
Citation F0836. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 25, 2026.
Fire safety inspection on February 5, 2026
3 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint 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 March 12, 2026.
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 March 12, 2026.
Citation K0919. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 12, 2026.
CMS update of January 14, 2026
Fine
CMS changed the fine from April 2, 2025 from $140,270 to $91,176.
CMS update of December 15, 2025
Special Focus Facility
CMS no longer lists this home as a Special Focus Facility candidate.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Special Focus Facility
CMS now lists this home as a Special Focus Facility candidate.
Name
CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.
Ownership
CMS no longer lists a chain for this home.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from March 9, 2023 from $15,593 to $5,843.
Health inspection on November 6, 2025
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
27 of 348 New Jersey homes (8%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2025.
CMS fine of $62,828 on November 6, 2025.
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Citation F0689. Severity G: actual 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 December 19, 2025.
CMS update of June 25, 2025
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 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
CMS abuse icon
CMS added its abuse icon to this home.
Health inspection on April 2, 2025
2 citationsCMS 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.
47 of 348 New Jersey homes (14%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2025.
CMS fine of $91,176 on April 2, 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.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 2, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0600 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0689. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, 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 May 2, 2025.
Health inspection on January 23, 2025
11 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation F0689. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 14, 2025.
Citation F0712. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 14, 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 February 14, 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 February 14, 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 14, 2025.
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 14, 2025.
Citation F0688. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 14, 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 February 14, 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 14, 2025.
Citation F0698. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 14, 2025.
Citation F0849. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
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 February 14, 2025.
Fire safety inspection on January 23, 2025
11 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation E0020. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2025.
Citation E0025. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2025.
Citation E0041. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2025.
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, 2025.
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 24, 2025.
Citation K0741. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 14, 2025.
Citation K0908. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure gas and vacuum systems are inspected and tested as part of a maintenance program.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 25, 2025.
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 February 14, 2025.
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 14, 2025.
Citation K0791. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that any exit in an area undergoing construction, repair, or improvements shall be inspected daily to ensure its ability to be used instantly in case of emergency.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 14, 2025.
Citation K0281. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Install proper backup exit lighting.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2025.
CMS update of October 30, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Health inspection on October 11, 2024
9 citationsCMS 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.
36 of 348 New Jersey homes (10%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2024.
CMS fine of $66,043 on October 11, 2024.
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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 November 14, 2024.
Citation F0610. Severity H: actual harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 14, 2024.
Citation F0835. Severity H: actual harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 14, 2024.
Citation F0603. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).
CMS lists it as corrected on November 14, 2024.
Citation F0684. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 14, 2024.
Citation F0689. Severity G: actual 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 November 14, 2024.
Citation F0730. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 14, 2024.
Citation F0609. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 November 14, 2024.
Citation F0727. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
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 November 14, 2024.
CMS update of September 26, 2024
Name
CMS lists a new name for this home. It was COMPLETE CARE AT WHITING.
Health inspection on September 25, 2024
2 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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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 October 14, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0580 2 times since 2023.
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 October 14, 2024.
CMS update of July 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of April 25, 2024
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 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Name
CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.
CMS update of February 29, 2024
Name
CMS lists a new name for this home. It was WHITING GARDENS REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from February 12, 2021 from $223,605 to $167,703.
CMS update of January 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Name
CMS lists a new name for this home. It was COMPLETE CARE AT WHITING.
Health inspection on March 9, 2023
10 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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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 April 10, 2023.
Citation F0867. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 10, 2023.
Citation F0883. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 10, 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 April 10, 2023.
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 April 10, 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 April 10, 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 April 10, 2023.
Citation F0756. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
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 April 10, 2023.
Citation F0758. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 10, 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 April 4, 2023.
CMS star ratings
- 1 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 1 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 3 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 2 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (732) 849-4400
- Last standard health inspection
- July 9, 2026 (4 months ago)
- Certified beds
- 200
- Residents per day, on average
- 135.7
- Ownership type
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Legal business name
- Whiting Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center LLC
- Chain
- Not listed by CMS
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
More health citations than the New Jersey average (43 vs 24).
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- ABRAMCZYK, JACOB5% or greater direct ownership interest · 52% · since 10/18/2023
- ABRAMCZYK, JOSEPH5% or greater direct ownership interest · 14% · since 10/18/2023
- ABRAMCZYK, NAFTOLI5% or greater direct ownership interest · 17% · since 10/18/2023
- SHAPIRO, BRADLEY5% or greater direct ownership interest · 17% · since 10/18/2023
- ABRAMCZYK, NAFTOLIOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 10/18/2023
Questions
When was Whiting Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center last inspected?
CMS lists July 9, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Whiting Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center have?
CMS lists 43 health citations since March 9, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Whiting Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center been fined?
CMS lists 5 fines in the past three years, $345,528 in total.
What is the CMS star rating of Whiting Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center?
Its CMS overall star rating is 1 of 5.
Is Whiting Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center a Special Focus Facility?
Yes. CMS lists it as a Special Focus Facility candidate.