Parker at Somerset, INC
Scout 100Somerset, NJ · 120 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Somerset's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $12,170–$16,340/mo
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Preferred Care at Old Bridge, LLC
6989 RT18, Old Bridge, NJ 08857 · Middlesex County
86
ExceptionalHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 93% full (131 of 140 beds occupied on an average day).
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
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 Old Bridge's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Preferred Care at Old Bridge, LLC is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Old Bridge, NJ, with 140 certified beds and an average of about 131 residents per day. It operates as part of the Preferred Care network.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.65 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.46 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.65 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Old Bridge for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 140
- Avg. residents/day
- 131
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Preferred Care
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 315321
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 | $12,170–$16,340/mo (median $13,830) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Lakewood 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
- 3.65
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.46
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 46%
- 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)
- 5
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-03-31
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (15 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-10-23Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
2025-10-23Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
2025-07-10Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident 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.
2025-07-10Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-03-31Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
2023-03-06Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
2023-03-06Severity E — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.
2023-03-06Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
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
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
6989 RT18, Old Bridge, 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 Preferred Care at Old Bridge, LLC
How much does Preferred Care at Old Bridge, LLC cost?
Preferred Care at Old Bridge, LLC does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Old Bridge, NJ area typically runs $12,170–$16,340 per month (median $13,830, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Preferred Care at Old Bridge, LLC's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Preferred Care at Old Bridge, LLC 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Preferred Care at Old Bridge, LLC?
Staff provide about 3.65 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Preferred Care at Old Bridge, LLC?
Preferred Care at Old Bridge, LLC has 15 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-03-31). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Preferred Care at Old Bridge, LLC have availability?
Typically 93% full (131 of 140 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Preferred Care at Old Bridge, LLC offer?
Preferred Care at Old Bridge, LLC in Old Bridge, NJ offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 140 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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