nursing home in Allenwood, NJ

Preferred Care at Wall

2350 Hospital Road, Allenwood, NJ 08720 · (732) 683-8600

★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★4
  • 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

Preferred Care at Wall at a glance

Preferred Care at Wall is a 135-bed for-profit nursing home in Allenwood, New Jersey (Monmouth County).

CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the New Jersey average of 3.3.

Residents receive about 3.6 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 18, 2026) found 3 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 59.3% per year (state average 39.7%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
135
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Preferred Care
Medicare-certified since
September 2, 1997
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Monmouth County
CMS Certification Number
315397

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityNew Jersey avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53.3 / 53 / 5Better
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Better
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 53.1 / 52.9 / 5Worse
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 54.4 / 53.6 / 5Better
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 54.5 / 53.8 / 5Better
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)5 / 54.1 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility3.60 hrsNew Jersey average3.85 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. New Jersey and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew Jersey avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.60 hrs3.85 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.54 hrs0.68 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.14 hrs2.23 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.22 hrs3.50 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)59.3%39.7%45.8%Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)53.3%37.7%42.9%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)011Better

Inspections

This facility3New Jersey average9U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. New Jersey and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew Jersey avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)399Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)013Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)2872.380.6Better

Penalties

This facility0New Jersey average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. New Jersey and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew Jersey avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$34,926$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityNew Jersey avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds135147107
Average residents per day13012286
Occupancy96.5%84%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility3.4%New Jersey average2.3%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. New Jersey and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew 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%Average
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)2.1%5.4%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)9.7%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)12.3%8.2%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)1.7%4.6%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)4.1%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)16.8%18.8%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)8%15.6%19%Better
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)100%97.2%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)100%93%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility0.8%New Jersey average1.2%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. New Jersey and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew Jersey avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)0.8%1.2%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)99.5%80.1%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)99.3%79%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 11 health deficiencies and 14 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
June 18, 2026
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 18, 2026
June 18, 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 July 18, 2026
June 18, 2026
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 18, 2026
June 18, 2026
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 July 18, 2026
June 18, 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 June 18, 2026
June 18, 2026
Standard
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 18, 2026
June 9, 2025
Complaint
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 9, 2025
February 25, 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 March 25, 2025
February 25, 2025
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 25, 2025
February 25, 2025
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 25, 2025
February 25, 2025
Fire safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 25, 2025
February 25, 2025
Fire safety
Have ramps, exits, fire escape ladders, steps, and areas of refuge that meet safety requirements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0227
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 25, 2025
February 25, 2025
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 March 25, 2025
February 25, 2025
Standard
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.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 25, 2025
February 25, 2025
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 25, 2025
February 25, 2025
Standard
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 25, 2025
February 25, 2025
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 25, 2025
February 25, 2025
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 March 25, 2025
January 24, 2023
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 23, 2023
January 24, 2023
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 31, 2023
January 24, 2023
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 31, 2023
January 24, 2023
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 31, 2023
January 24, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 31, 2023
January 24, 2023
Fire safety
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0281
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 31, 2023
January 24, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 27, 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.

NameRoleShareSince
GREEN, DOV
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest—09/06/2016
MERMELSTEIN, BORUCH
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest—09/06/2016
PREFERRED CARE HOLDINGS,LLC
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest—01/01/2016
SCHNELL, DAVID
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest—09/06/2016
MERMELSTEIN, BORUCH
Individual
contracted managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2016
STERN, SAMUEL
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE12/01/2016

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Frequently asked questions

What is Preferred Care at Wall's rating?

Preferred Care at Wall has 5 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 Preferred Care at Wall receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a New Jersey average of 8.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Preferred Care at Wall 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 Preferred Care at Wall?

It is for profit - corporation and part of Preferred Care. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Preferred Care at Wall and how do I contact it?

Preferred Care at Wall is at 2350 Hospital Road, Allenwood, NJ 08720. Phone: (732) 683-8600.

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.