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Tallwoods Care Center

18 Butler Boulevard, Bayville, NJ 08721 · Ocean County

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Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 80% 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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Bayville

Tallwoods Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Bayville, NJ, with 180 certified beds and an average of about 145 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing.

Staff provide about 3.58 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.59 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 58%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 10 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $13,452 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.58 hrs/resident/day)

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Bayville, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 180
Avg. residents/day: 145
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 315462

Federal quality ratings

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

Overall rating

Health inspections

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Quality measures

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Pricing & cost

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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

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.58; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.59; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 58%; 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): 10
Federal fines: 1 ($13,452)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2025-11-26
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (18 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-11-26Severity 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.

2025-11-26Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-11-26Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

2025-11-26Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

2025-11-26Severity D — potential for harmResident 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.

2025-11-26Severity 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.

2025-11-26Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

2025-11-26Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

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.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2024-04-16	Fine	$13,452

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
✓ 24-hour staff
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

18 Butler Boulevard, Bayville, 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

4.4

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Common questions about Tallwoods Care Center

How much does Tallwoods Care Center cost?

Tallwoods Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Bayville, 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 Tallwoods Care Center's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at Tallwoods Care Center?

Staff provide about 3.58 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 58% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Tallwoods Care Center?

Tallwoods Care Center has 18 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-11-26). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Tallwoods Care Center have availability?

Typically 80% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Tallwoods Care Center offer?

Tallwoods Care Center in Bayville, NJ offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 180 beds.

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