nursing home in Piscataway, NJ
Accelerate Skilled Nursing and Rehab Piscataway
10 Sterling Drive, Piscataway, NJ 08854 · (732) 917-2900
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- Special Focus candidate
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Accelerate Skilled Nursing and Rehab Piscataway at a glance
Accelerate Skilled Nursing and Rehab Piscataway is a 124-bed for-profit nursing home in Piscataway, New Jersey (Middlesex County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the New Jersey average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 3.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 2, 2024) found 17 health citations. The New Jersey average is 8.5.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $16,391.
Nursing staff turnover is 41.9% per year (state average 39.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 124
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Genesis Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- August 31, 2017
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Middlesex County
- CMS Certification Number
- 315522
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) | 1 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 3.94 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| 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) | 2.28 hrs | 2.23 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.60 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 41.9% | 39.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 53.3% | 37.7% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 2 | 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) | 17 | 9 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 8 | 1 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 274.8 | 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) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $16,391 | $34,926 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 124 | 147 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 114 | 122 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 91.5% | 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) | 2.8% | 2.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 12.2% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 12.7% | 12.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.7% | 0.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 9.1% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 5.1% | 8.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.8% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 22.1% | 12.1% | 12.8% | Worse |
| 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) | 16.3% | 18.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 18.3% | 15.6% | 19% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 75% | 97.2% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 86.9% | 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% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 56.5% | 80.1% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 62% | 79% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 37 health deficiencies and 11 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 4 citations involved actual harm, including 4 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 10, 2025 Complaint | 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected December 15, 2025 |
| November 10, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 15, 2025 |
| November 10, 2025 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 December 15, 2025 |
| August 8, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 13, 2025 |
| August 8, 2025 Complaint | Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0573 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 13, 2025 |
| December 2, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 13, 2025 |
| December 2, 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 17, 2025 |
| December 2, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 17, 2025 |
| December 2, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 20, 2025 |
| December 2, 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 13, 2025 |
| December 2, 2024 Complaint | 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 January 13, 2025 |
| December 2, 2024 Standard | 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 January 13, 2025 |
| December 2, 2024 Complaint | 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 January 13, 2025 |
| December 2, 2024 Standard | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 17, 2025 |
| December 2, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 17, 2025 |
| December 2, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 13, 2025 |
| December 2, 2024 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 13, 2025 |
| December 2, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 13, 2025 |
| December 2, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 13, 2025 |
| December 2, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 13, 2025 |
| December 2, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 13, 2025 |
| December 2, 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 13, 2025 |
| December 2, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 17, 2025 |
| February 15, 2024 Complaint | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 26, 2024 |
| January 13, 2023 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 March 1, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 1, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 1, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 1, 2023 |
| January 13, 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 March 1, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 1, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 1, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 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 March 1, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 Standard | Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0886 | L Immediate jeopardy, widespread | Corrected March 1, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | L Immediate jeopardy, widespread | Corrected March 1, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 Standard | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 1, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 1, 2023 |
| January 13, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 1, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 1, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 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 March 1, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 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 March 1, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 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 1, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 1, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 1, 2023 |
| January 13, 2023 Standard | Report COVID19 data to residents and families. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0885 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 1, 2023 |
| October 14, 2020 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 6, 2020 |
| October 14, 2020 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 6, 2020 |
| October 14, 2020 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 5, 2020 |
| October 14, 2020 Standard | 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 6, 2020 |
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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $16,391 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 10, 2025 | Fine | $16,391 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| FC-GEN OPERATIONS INVESTMENT LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 04/01/2024 |
| GENESIS HEALTHCARE INC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 04/01/2024 |
| GENESIS HEALTHCARE LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 04/01/2024 |
| GENESIS HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 04/01/2024 |
| GENESIS NJ HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 04/01/2024 |
| GENESIS OPERATIONS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 04/01/2024 |
| GEN OPERATIONS II LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 04/01/2024 |
| GEN OPERATIONS I LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 04/01/2024 |
| GHC HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 04/01/2024 |
| SUN HEALTHCARE GROUP INC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 04/01/2024 |
| WHITMAN, ARNOLD Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 04/01/2024 |
| DENTI, RONALD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/06/2024 |
| FC-GEN OPERATIONS INVESTMENT LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/06/2024 |
| GENESIS HEALTHCARE LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/05/2024 |
| GENESIS HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/06/2024 |
| GENESIS NJ HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/06/2024 |
| GENESIS OPERATIONS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/06/2024 |
| GEN OPERATIONS II LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/06/2024 |
| GEN OPERATIONS I LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/06/2024 |
| GHC HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/06/2024 |
| HCCF MANAGEMENT GROUP XI LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/06/2024 |
| KHALIL, HOSSAM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/06/2024 |
| SUN HEALTHCARE GROUP INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/06/2024 |
| WELLTOWER OP, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/06/2024 |
| ZAC PROPERTIES XI LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/06/2024 |
| BERG, MICHAEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| BRIDGEFORD, LAURA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2024 |
| MENDELSON, AVI Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2024 |
| BERG, MICHAEL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| DENTI, RONALD Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| KHALIL, HOSSAM Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| WHITMAN, ARNOLD Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| THERVIL, MCINTOSH Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Accelerate Skilled Nursing and Rehab Piscataway's rating?
Accelerate Skilled Nursing and Rehab Piscataway 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 Accelerate Skilled Nursing and Rehab Piscataway receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 17 citations, compared with a New Jersey average of 8.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Accelerate Skilled Nursing and Rehab Piscataway 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 Accelerate Skilled Nursing and Rehab Piscataway?
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 Accelerate Skilled Nursing and Rehab Piscataway and how do I contact it?
Accelerate Skilled Nursing and Rehab Piscataway is at 10 Sterling Drive, Piscataway, NJ 08854. Phone: (732) 917-2900.
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.