Quick answers
- Where is Preferred Care at Absecon?
- 1020 Pitney Road, Absecon, NJ 08201, in Atlantic County, New Jersey.
- What is the phone number of Preferred Care at Absecon?
- (609) 646-5400, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Preferred Care at Absecon?
- Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Preferred Care at Absecon been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Preferred Care at Absecon.
- What did inspectors find at Preferred Care at Absecon?
- In its last three inspection cycles (September 28, 2023 to June 3, 2026), Medicare lists 14 health citations; the most serious was level G. 1 was level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
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Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (September 28, 2023 to June 3, 2026), Preferred Care at Absecon had 14 health citations; the most serious was level G (actual harm to residents). 1 of them was level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 4.28 hours per resident per day; the New Jersey average is 3.90 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: June 3, 2026 — 4 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: June 3, 2026 (standard health inspection).
Show 4 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0755 Level E
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0584 Level D
“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.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0917 Level D
“Make sure each resident has 1) at least one window to the outside in a room; 2) a room at or above ground level; 3) adequate bedding; 4) furniture that meets the resident's needs; or 5) adequate closet space.”
Previous cycle: December 23, 2024 — 3 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: December 23, 2024 (standard health inspection).
Show 3 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0584 Level E
“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.”
F0577 Level D
“Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.”
F0812 Level D
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
Earlier cycle: September 28, 2023 — 7 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: September 28, 2023 (standard health inspection).
F0686 Level G
“Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Show 6 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0804 Level E
“Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.”
F0584 Level D
“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.”
F0600 Level D
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0690 Level D
“Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.”
F0692 Level D
“Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
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Fire safety citations (18)
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0363 Level F
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0918 Level F
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0324 Level E
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
K0920 Level E
“Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.”
K0321 Level D
“Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.”
K0131 Level F
“Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.”
K0222 Level F
“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.”
K0281 Level F
“Install proper backup exit lighting.”
K0324 Level F
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
K0761 Level F
“To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.”
K0771 Level F
“Ensure that smoke control systems are tested and documented in accordance with established engineering principles.”
K0921 Level F
“Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.”
K0200 Level E
“Meet other general requirements.”
K0345 Level F
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0372 Level F
“Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.”
K0363 Level E
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0923 Level E
“Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | New Jersey | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.40 | 0.70 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 1.14 | 0.94 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.74 | 2.27 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.28 | 3.90 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.72 | 3.50 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.13 | 0.50 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 43.9% | 39.3% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 28.6% | 37.2% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.5 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Part of a group of 13 nursing homes: Preferred Care.
Legal business name: Absecon Operator, LLC.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (5)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Absecon Holdco LLC | Direct owner | 100% | June 1, 2019 |
| Absecon Investors LLC | Indirect owner | 20% | June 1, 2019 |
| Green, Dov | Indirect owner | 36% | June 1, 2019 |
| Mermelstein, Boruch | Indirect owner | 36% | June 1, 2019 |
| Schnell, David | Indirect owner | 5% | June 1, 2019 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
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Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 162 |
| Average residents per day | 148.6 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – limited liability company |
| Group or chain (affiliated entity) | Preferred Care |
| Legal business name | Absecon Operator, LLC |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1987-05-20 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 1020 Pitney Road, Absecon, NJ 08201 |
| County | Atlantic County |
| State | New Jersey |
| Phone | (609) 646‑5400 |
| CMS Certification Number | 315244 |
| Name in Medicare records | PREFERRED CARE AT ABSECON |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Excel Care at Egg Harbor2.7 mi · Egg Harbor Township, NJ · 3 of 5 stars
- Atlas Healthcare at Seashore Gardens3.0 mi · Galloway Township, NJ · 3 of 5 stars
- The Health Center at Galloway3.3 mi · Galloway Township, NJ · 2 of 5 stars
- Royal Suites Health Care & Rehabilitation3.4 mi · Galloway Township, NJ · 4 of 5 stars
- Our Ladys Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare4.6 mi · Pleasantville, NJ · 3 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Atlanticare Regional Medical Center - City Campus6.8 mi · Atlantic City, NJ · Acute Care Hospital
- Shore Medical Center10 mi · Somers Point, NJ · Acute Care Hospital
- Southern Ocean Medical Center22 mi · Manahawkin, NJ · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13