nursing home in Hillsborough, NJ
Bridgeway Care and Rehab Center at Hillsborough
395 Amwell Road, Hillsborough, NJ 08844 · (908) 281-4400
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Bridgeway Care and Rehab Center at Hillsborough at a glance
Bridgeway Care and Rehab Center at Hillsborough is a 126-bed for-profit nursing home in Hillsborough, New Jersey (Somerset County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the New Jersey average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 4.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 22, 2026) 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 33.3% per year (state average 39.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 126
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- May 10, 2012
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Somerset County
- CMS Certification Number
- 315510
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| 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. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.12 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.94 hrs | 0.68 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.46 hrs | 2.23 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.78 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 33.3% | 39.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 20% | 37.7% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 9 | 9 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 3 | 1 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 51 | 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 | 126 | 147 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 122 | 122 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 97% | 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) | 7.4% | 2.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.1% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 15.7% | 12.7% | 15.4% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.3% | 0.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 6.1% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 16.4% | 8.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.7% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.4% | 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) | 23.8% | 18.8% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 16.9% | 15.6% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97% | 97.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 76.8% | 93% | 93.6% | Worse |
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% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 69.3% | 80.1% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 64% | 79% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 23 health deficiencies and 12 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 22, 2026 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 10, 2026 |
| January 22, 2026 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 20, 2026 |
| January 22, 2026 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 February 20, 2026 |
| January 22, 2026 Standard | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 20, 2026 |
| January 22, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 20, 2026 |
| January 22, 2026 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 20, 2026 |
| January 22, 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 February 20, 2026 |
| January 22, 2026 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 20, 2026 |
| January 22, 2026 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 20, 2026 |
| November 5, 2025 Complaint | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected November 30, 2025 |
| November 5, 2025 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 30, 2025 |
| August 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 September 16, 2024 |
| August 19, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 4, 2024 |
| August 19, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 20, 2024 |
| August 19, 2024 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 30, 2024 |
| August 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 29, 2024 |
| August 19, 2024 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 30, 2024 |
| August 19, 2024 Standard | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0868 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 30, 2024 |
| August 19, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 29, 2024 |
| August 19, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 30, 2024 |
| November 7, 2022 Fire safety | Install proper backup exit lighting. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0281 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 23, 2022 |
| November 7, 2022 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 23, 2022 |
| November 7, 2022 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 30, 2022 |
| November 7, 2022 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 23, 2022 |
| November 7, 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 November 23, 2022 |
| November 7, 2022 Fire safety | Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0927 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 23, 2022 |
| November 7, 2022 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 13, 2023 |
| November 7, 2022 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 23, 2022 |
| November 7, 2022 Standard | 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. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0836 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 23, 2022 |
| November 7, 2022 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 23, 2022 |
| November 7, 2022 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 November 23, 2022 |
| November 7, 2022 Standard | Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0576 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 23, 2022 |
| November 7, 2022 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 23, 2022 |
| November 7, 2022 Standard | Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0710 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 23, 2022 |
| November 7, 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 23, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| PELLIGRINO, DONALD Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 49% | 02/15/2012 |
| MANEGO, ROSSANA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2016 |
| PELLIGRINO, DONALD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2016 |
| MANEGO, ROSSANA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2017 |
| PELLIGRINO, DONALD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2016 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Bridgeway Care and Rehab Center at Hillsborough's rating?
Bridgeway Care and Rehab Center at Hillsborough has 4 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 Bridgeway Care and Rehab Center at Hillsborough 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 Bridgeway Care and Rehab Center at Hillsborough 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 Bridgeway Care and Rehab Center at Hillsborough?
It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Bridgeway Care and Rehab Center at Hillsborough and how do I contact it?
Bridgeway Care and Rehab Center at Hillsborough is at 395 Amwell Road, Hillsborough, NJ 08844. Phone: (908) 281-4400.
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.