nursing home in Atlantic City, NJ
Excel Care at the Pines
29 North Vermont Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401 · (609) 344-8900
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Excel Care at the Pines at a glance
Excel Care at the Pines is a 151-bed for-profit nursing home in Atlantic City, New Jersey (Atlantic County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the New Jersey average of 3.3.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 6, 2026) found 15 health citations. The New Jersey average is 8.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Individual
- Beds
- 151
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Excelcare
- Medicare-certified since
- December 1, 1992
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Atlantic County
- CMS Certification Number
- 315317
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 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) | 4 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 15 | 9 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 91 | 72.3 | 80.6 | Worse |
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 | 151 | 147 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 130 | 122 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 86.4% | 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) | 3.4% | 2.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.1% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 12.3% | 12.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 0.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 8% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 4.1% | 8.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.1% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 9.6% | 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) | 21.5% | 18.8% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 21.9% | 15.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.6% | 97.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 94.7% | 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) | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 82% | 80.1% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 79.6% | 79% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 28 health deficiencies and 30 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 6, 2026 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2026 |
| April 6, 2026 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 June 9, 2026 |
| April 6, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 9, 2026 |
| April 6, 2026 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 9, 2026 |
| April 6, 2026 Fire safety | Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0531 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 9, 2026 |
| April 6, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 9, 2026 |
| April 6, 2026 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 10, 2026 |
| April 6, 2026 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 June 9, 2026 |
| April 6, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0929 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 21, 2026 |
| April 6, 2026 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 May 15, 2026 |
| April 6, 2026 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 9, 2026 |
| April 6, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2026 |
| April 6, 2026 Standard | Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0882 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 12, 2026 |
| April 6, 2026 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 22, 2026 |
| April 6, 2026 Standard | Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0694 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 12, 2026 |
| April 6, 2026 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 7, 2026 |
| April 6, 2026 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 7, 2026 |
| April 6, 2026 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 May 12, 2026 |
| April 6, 2026 Standard | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0868 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 12, 2026 |
| April 6, 2026 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 12, 2026 |
| April 6, 2026 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 12, 2026 |
| April 6, 2026 Standard | Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0800 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 12, 2026 |
| April 6, 2026 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 7, 2026 |
| April 6, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 7, 2026 |
| April 6, 2026 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 May 12, 2026 |
| April 6, 2026 Standard | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 7, 2026 |
| September 16, 2025 Complaint | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 28, 2025 |
| November 19, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0362 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 18, 2025 |
| November 19, 2024 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 January 10, 2025 |
| November 19, 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 January 3, 2025 |
| November 19, 2024 Fire safety | Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0916 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 25, 2024 |
| November 19, 2024 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 3, 2025 |
| November 19, 2024 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 January 3, 2025 |
| November 19, 2024 Fire safety | Install proper backup exit lighting. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0281 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 10, 2025 |
| November 19, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 10, 2025 |
| November 19, 2024 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 1, 2024 |
| November 19, 2024 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 3, 2025 |
| November 19, 2024 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 January 3, 2025 |
| November 19, 2024 Fire safety | Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0912 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 3, 2025 |
| November 19, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 3, 2025 |
| November 19, 2024 Complaint | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 3, 2025 |
| November 19, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 3, 2025 |
| November 19, 2024 Standard | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0577 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 3, 2025 |
| November 19, 2024 Complaint | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 3, 2025 |
| November 19, 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 January 3, 2025 |
| August 22, 2023 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 30, 2023 |
| August 22, 2023 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 30, 2023 |
| August 22, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly sized and located compartments to protect residents from smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0371 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 30, 2023 |
| August 22, 2023 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2023 |
| August 22, 2023 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2023 |
| August 22, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2023 |
| August 22, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 30, 2023 |
| August 22, 2023 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 30, 2023 |
| August 22, 2023 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2023 |
| August 22, 2023 Standard | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0947 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2023 |
| August 22, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2023 |
| August 22, 2023 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2023 |
| August 22, 2023 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2023 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FRANKEL, ELIYAHU Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 40% | 12/27/2021 |
| ZBL REGENCY OPCO, LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 60% | 12/27/2021 |
| BERKOWITZ, SAM Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 12/27/2021 |
| ORNSTEIN, MARTON Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 8% | 12/27/2021 |
| TZUFON LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 12% | 12/27/2021 |
| ATTENTIVE HEALTHCARE LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/27/2021 |
| FAHEY, STEPHANIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/14/2024 |
| FRANKEL, ELIYAHU Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/27/2021 |
| GRANDISON NURSING Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/27/2021 |
| KELLY, BRENDAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/27/2021 |
| MARTIN FRIEDMAN CPA, P.C. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/27/2021 |
| TWOMAGNETS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/27/2021 |
| ZBL REGENCY OPCO, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/27/2021 |
| LOFFLER, ABRAHAM Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/20/2025 |
| FAHEY, STEPHANIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/14/2024 |
| FRANKEL, ELIYAHU Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/27/2021 |
| KELLY, BRENDAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/27/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Excel Care at the Pines's rating?
Excel Care at the Pines has 2 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 Excel Care at the Pines receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 15 citations, compared with a New Jersey average of 8.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Excel Care at the Pines 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 Excel Care at the Pines?
It is for profit - individual and part of Excelcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Excel Care at the Pines and how do I contact it?
Excel Care at the Pines is at 29 North Vermont Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401. Phone: (609) 344-8900.
About this data
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