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Est. $10,690–$14,340/mo
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Excel Care at the Pines
29 North Vermont Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401 · Atlantic County
69
GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 82% full — openings are usually available.
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.
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Atlantic City
Excel Care at the Pines is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Atlantic City, NJ, with 151 certified beds and an average of about 124 residents per day. It operates as part of the Excelcare network.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 2.68 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.62 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (2.68 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Atlantic City for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 151
- Avg. residents/day
- 124
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Excelcare
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 315317
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
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $10,690–$14,340/mo (median $12,150) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Atlantic City prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 2.68
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.62
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 51.6%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 6
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2024-11-19
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (14 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-09-16Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2024-11-19Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2024-11-19Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
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.
2024-11-19Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
2024-11-19Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2024-11-19Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-11-19Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2023-08-22Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
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
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
Location
29 North Vermont Ave, Atlantic City, 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Excel Care at the Pines
How much does Excel Care at the Pines cost?
Excel Care at the Pines does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Atlantic City, NJ area typically runs $10,690–$14,340 per month (median $12,150, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Excel Care at the Pines's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Excel Care at the Pines 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Excel Care at the Pines?
Staff provide about 2.68 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Excel Care at the Pines?
Excel Care at the Pines has 14 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-11-19). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Excel Care at the Pines have availability?
Typically 82% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Excel Care at the Pines offer?
Excel Care at the Pines in Atlantic City, NJ offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 151 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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