nursing home in Edison, NJ
New Jersey Veterans Memorial Home Menlo
132 Evergreen Rd, Edison, NJ 08818 · (732) 452-4100
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★3
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
New Jersey Veterans Memorial Home Menlo at a glance
New Jersey Veterans Memorial Home Menlo is a 328-bed government nursing home in Edison, New Jersey (Middlesex 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 6 hours of nursing care per day (1.1 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 5, 2025) found 9 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 17% per year (state average 39.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Beds
- 328
- Certified for
- Medicare
- Medicare-certified since
- October 26, 1999
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Middlesex County
- CMS Certification Number
- 315459
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 6.02 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.13 hrs | 0.68 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.50 hrs | 2.23 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 5.80 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 17% | 39.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 24.2% | 37.7% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 9 | 9 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 27 | 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 | 328 | 147 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 186 | 122 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 56.6% | 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% | 2.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.7% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 16.6% | 12.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| 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) | 0.1% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 15.6% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 18.3% | 8.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.2% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 12.2% | 18.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 8.6% | 15.6% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 99.5% | 97.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.4% | 93% | 93.6% | Better |
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) | 5.6% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95.5% | 80.1% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 73.5% | 79% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 21 health deficiencies and 23 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 5 citations involved actual harm, including 4 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 5, 2025 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| September 5, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 30, 2025 |
| September 5, 2025 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| September 5, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 25, 2025 |
| September 5, 2025 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| September 5, 2025 Standard | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0553 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| September 5, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| September 5, 2025 Standard | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| September 5, 2025 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 October 24, 2025 |
| September 5, 2025 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 October 24, 2025 |
| September 5, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| September 5, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| September 5, 2025 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2025 |
| July 16, 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 August 19, 2024 |
| July 16, 2024 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 19, 2024 |
| July 16, 2024 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 19, 2024 |
| July 16, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 19, 2024 |
| July 16, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 19, 2024 |
| July 16, 2024 Fire safety | Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0531 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 19, 2024 |
| July 16, 2024 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 19, 2024 |
| July 16, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 19, 2024 |
| September 8, 2022 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 October 18, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 6, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 18, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 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 October 7, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 7, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Fire safety | Install proper backup exit lighting. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0281 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 6, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 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 October 28, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 19, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 7, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 6, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 6, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | L Immediate jeopardy, widespread | Corrected November 2, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Standard | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | L Immediate jeopardy, widespread | Corrected January 18, 2023 |
| September 8, 2022 Standard | Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0886 | L Immediate jeopardy, widespread | Corrected January 11, 2023 |
| September 8, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | L Immediate jeopardy, widespread | Corrected January 11, 2023 |
| September 8, 2022 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected November 2, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Standard | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0865 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 2, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 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 November 2, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Standard | Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0712 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 2, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Standard | Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0825 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 2, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 2, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 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 November 2, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 2, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KRANIS, LISA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/27/2025 |
| LEUNG, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/04/2025 |
| KRANIS, LISA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/21/2022 |
| JANI, HIMANSHU Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/06/2024 |
| KAMANDA, SAARNDUPE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/15/2023 |
| KRANIS, LISA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/21/2022 |
| LEUNG, MICHAEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is New Jersey Veterans Memorial Home Menlo's rating?
New Jersey Veterans Memorial Home Menlo 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 New Jersey Veterans Memorial Home Menlo receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a New Jersey average of 8.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does New Jersey Veterans Memorial Home Menlo accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns New Jersey Veterans Memorial Home Menlo?
It is government - state. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is New Jersey Veterans Memorial Home Menlo and how do I contact it?
New Jersey Veterans Memorial Home Menlo is at 132 Evergreen Rd, Edison, NJ 08818. Phone: (732) 452-4100.
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.