Meadowbrook Respiratory and Nursing Center
38 Freneau Avenue · Matawan, NJ · 07747 · 7327655600
130 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Atlas Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Staffing levels are well below research benchmarks for safe care.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | — | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | — | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | — | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $48,266 |
Inspection citations (20 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D May 20, 2025
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.
Corrected June 17, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E May 20, 2025
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected June 17, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E May 20, 2025
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected June 17, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D May 20, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 17, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D May 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected June 17, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E May 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected June 17, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected May 30, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected April 4, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · L July 18, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 8, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F July 18, 2023 · found via complaint
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected August 8, 2023 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D May 8, 2023
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected June 9, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 8, 2023
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected June 9, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E May 8, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected June 9, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E May 8, 2023
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.
Corrected June 9, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D May 8, 2023
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.
Corrected June 9, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E May 8, 2023
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected June 9, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D May 8, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 9, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D May 8, 2023
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected June 9, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F March 19, 2021
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 25, 2021 · Nutrition and Dietary
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| July 18, 2023 | Fine | $48,266 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 315463 · certified since June 13, 2000. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.