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Emerson Health Care Center

100 Kinderkamack Road, Emerson, NJ 07630 · Bergen County

Premier senior care services in Bergen County NJ by Emerson Health and Rehabilitation Center, providing both long-term and post-acute care.

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Strong

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 92% full (142 of 155 beds occupied on an average day).

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

One of Emerson's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Emerson Health Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Emerson, NJ, with 155 certified beds and an average of about 142 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 5/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 31.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 0 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓No deficiencies at last standard survey
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Emerson for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 155
Avg. residents/day: 142
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 315360

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$14,590–$17,850/mo (median $15,800)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local New York prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 0
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-03-05
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (5 citations on record — showing the latest 5). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2023-02-13Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

2023-02-13Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

2021-03-16Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

2021-03-16Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

2021-03-16Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Library
✓ Studio apartments

Location

100 Kinderkamack Road, Emerson, NJ

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Google

4.5

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Common questions about Emerson Health Care Center

How much does Emerson Health Care Center cost?

Emerson Health Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Emerson, NJ area typically runs $14,590–$17,850 per month (median $15,800, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Emerson Health Care Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Emerson Health Care Center 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

What did inspectors find at Emerson Health Care Center?

Emerson Health Care Center has 5 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-03-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Emerson Health Care Center have availability?

Typically 92% full (142 of 155 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Emerson Health Care Center offer?

Emerson Health Care Center in Emerson, NJ offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 155 beds.

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