nursing home in Phillipsburg, NJ
Lopatcong Center
390 Red School Lane, Phillipsburg, NJ 08865 · (908) 859-0200
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Lopatcong Center at a glance
Lopatcong Center is a 153-bed for-profit nursing home in Phillipsburg, New Jersey (Warren County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the New Jersey average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 3.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 16, 2025) found 7 health citations. The New Jersey average is 8.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 37.5% per year (state average 39.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 153
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Genesis Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- February 1, 1984
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Warren County
- CMS Certification Number
- 315202
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.07 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.53 hrs | 0.68 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.74 hrs | 2.23 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.78 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 37.5% | 39.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 46.2% | 37.7% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 7 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 67 | 72.3 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $34,926 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 153 | 147 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 130 | 122 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 85% | 84% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 3.3% | 2.3% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 17% | 12.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.5% | 0.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 7.6% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 10.2% | 8.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.9% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 6.2% | 12.1% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 30.1% | 18.8% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 24.7% | 15.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 94.9% | 97.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 93.2% | 93% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.9% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 49.7% | 80.1% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 67.5% | 79% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 24 health deficiencies and 17 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 16, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 31, 2025 |
| June 16, 2025 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 31, 2025 |
| June 16, 2025 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 9, 2025 |
| June 16, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 15, 2025 |
| June 16, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure equipment listed for use in oxygen-enriched atmospheres are correctly labeled. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0928 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 9, 2025 |
| June 16, 2025 Fire safety | List the names and contact information of those in the facility. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0030 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 9, 2025 |
| June 16, 2025 Fire safety | 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. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 9, 2025 |
| June 16, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 9, 2025 |
| June 16, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 31, 2025 |
| June 16, 2025 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 31, 2025 |
| June 16, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 8, 2025 |
| June 16, 2025 Fire safety | Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0531 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 9, 2025 |
| June 16, 2025 Standard | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 9, 2025 |
| June 16, 2025 Standard | 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 Deficiencies · Tag F0809 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 9, 2025 |
| June 16, 2025 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 9, 2025 |
| June 16, 2025 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 9, 2025 |
| June 16, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 9, 2025 |
| June 16, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 9, 2025 |
| June 16, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 9, 2025 |
| June 25, 2024 Complaint | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2024 |
| February 6, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 12, 2024 |
| February 6, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 12, 2024 |
| February 6, 2024 Complaint | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 12, 2024 |
| February 6, 2024 Complaint | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 12, 2024 |
| February 6, 2024 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 12, 2024 |
| February 6, 2024 Standard | Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0711 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 12, 2024 |
| February 6, 2024 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 12, 2024 |
| February 6, 2024 Standard | 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 Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 12, 2024 |
| February 6, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 12, 2024 |
| February 6, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 12, 2024 |
| February 6, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 12, 2024 |
| February 6, 2024 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 12, 2024 |
| February 6, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 12, 2024 |
| February 6, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 12, 2024 |
| February 6, 2024 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 12, 2024 |
| November 1, 2021 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 1, 2021 |
| November 1, 2021 Fire safety | 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. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 1, 2021 |
| November 1, 2021 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 7, 2021 |
| November 1, 2021 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 1, 2021 |
| November 1, 2021 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 1, 2021 |
| November 1, 2021 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 12, 2022 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| GENESIS OPERATIONS IV LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 12/31/2011 |
| FC-GEN OPERATIONS INVESTMENT LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 04/01/2011 |
| GENESIS HEALTHCARE INC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 02/02/2015 |
| GENESIS HEALTHCARE LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 04/01/2011 |
| GENESIS HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 02/02/2015 |
| GEN OPERATIONS II LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 04/01/2011 |
| GEN OPERATIONS I LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 04/01/2011 |
| GHC HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 02/01/2011 |
| SUN HEALTHCARE GROUP INC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 02/02/2015 |
| WHITMAN, ARNOLD Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 12/31/2011 |
| AVERSA, THADDEUS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/28/2025 |
| GENESIS ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2019 |
| POWERBACK REHABILITATION LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2023 |
| SCHEIER, BARRY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/28/2025 |
| BERG, MICHAEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2012 |
| BRIDGEFORD, LAURA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| MENDELSON, AVI Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| AVERSA, THADDEUS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2002 |
| SCHEIER, BARRY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/27/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Lopatcong Center's rating?
Lopatcong Center has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for New Jersey nursing homes is 3.3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Lopatcong Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a New Jersey average of 8.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Lopatcong Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Lopatcong Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Genesis Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Lopatcong Center and how do I contact it?
Lopatcong Center is at 390 Red School Lane, Phillipsburg, NJ 08865. Phone: (908) 859-0200.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.