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HomeNew JerseyAristacare at Cedar Oaks

Aristacare at Cedar Oaks

1311 Durham Avenue, South Plainfield, NJ 070807322879555WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.5on Google(344 reviews)
3/5Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
230
certified
This facility has been flagged for abuse.

How Aristacare at Cedar Oaks Compares in New Jersey

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in New Jersey. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
3/5
NJ average
3.3/5
Below state average
Health inspection rating
2/5
NJ average
2.8/5
Below state average
Staffing rating
3/5
NJ average
3.0/5
Close to state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.21 hrs/day
NJ average
3.85 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.56 hrs/day
NJ average
0.68 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
26.1%
NJ average
39.7%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 2/5 health inspection rating is below the New Jersey average of 2.8/5.
Reported nursing time is 3.21 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.85.
Reported RN time is 0.56 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.68.
Staff turnover is 26.1%, lower than the New Jersey average of 39.7%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
11
deficiency citations
Inspected Aug 11, 2023
Most recent cycle
6
deficiency citations
Inspected Nov 21, 2024
The most recent cycle recorded 5 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$12,419/mo
New Jersey median
Private Room
$13,718/mo
New Jersey median
Middlesex County 65+
132,766
15.4% of county
County Population
860,147
Middlesex County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Aristacare at Cedar Oaks is a 3-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in South Plainfield, New Jersey with 230 certified beds. It has been operating since 1985. Its overall CMS rating is 3 out of 5.

Beds
230
Avg Residents/Day
203.1
Ownership
For profit - Partnership
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jan 22, 1985
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Middlesex
Last Inspection
Nov 21, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
6
Weighted Score
93.3
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (20)

F0600Immediate Jeopardy

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Aug 25, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Nov 21, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Nov 21, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0695Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Nov 21, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0806Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

Survey: Nov 21, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0808Potential for Harm

Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.

Survey: Nov 21, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Aug 11, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0584Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Aug 11, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0656Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 11, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 11, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0761Potential for Harm

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Survey: Aug 11, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Aug 11, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Aug 11, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0686Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Aug 11, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0695Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 11, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0755Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 11, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0804Potential for Harm

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Survey: Aug 11, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Immediate Jeopardy

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Jun 21, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 21, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0836Potential for Harm

Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.

Survey: Jun 21, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide1.95 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.70 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.56 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.21 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total2.90 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.06 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
26.1%
RN Turnover
25.0%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Partnership
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (3)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
GREENBERGER, SIDNEY5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AJun 19, 2007
KLEIN, ZVI5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AJun 19, 2007
ISAAC, STEVENW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AAug 1, 2010

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Aristacare at Cedar Oaks and nearby alternatives.

All New Jersey facilities
Aristacare at Cedar Oaks
South Plainfield, NJCurrent facilityAbuse flag
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Embassy Manor at Edison Nursing and Rehabilitation
Edison, NJ1.4 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $102,840
Hartwyck at Oak Tree
Edison, NJ2.8 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Accelerate Skilled Nursing and Rehab Piscataway
Piscataway, NJ3.5 miAbuse flag
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $16,149
Brighton Gardens of Edison
Edison, NJ3.6 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
CareOne at The Highlands
Edison, NJ3.7 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Roosevelt Care Center
Edison, NJ3.9 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $27,360
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Aristacare at Cedar Oaks
South Plainfield, NJ · Current facility
—3/52/53/5None recorded
Embassy Manor at Edison Nursing and Rehabilitation
Edison, NJ
1.4 mi3/52/54/5$102,840
Hartwyck at Oak Tree
Edison, NJ
2.8 mi4/54/51/5None recorded
Accelerate Skilled Nursing and Rehab Piscataway
Piscataway, NJ
3.5 mi2/51/53/5$16,149
Brighton Gardens of Edison
Edison, NJ
3.6 mi5/55/55/5None recorded
CareOne at The Highlands
Edison, NJ
3.7 mi4/53/54/5None recorded
Roosevelt Care Center
Edison, NJ
3.9 mi5/54/55/5$27,360

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Aristacare at Cedar Oaks?▾
Aristacare at Cedar Oaks has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated average.
How much does Aristacare at Cedar Oaks cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in New Jersey is $12,419/month for a semi-private room and $13,718/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Aristacare at Cedar Oaks participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Aristacare at Cedar Oaks had any health inspection violations?▾
Aristacare at Cedar Oaks had 6 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Nov 21, 2024). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Aristacare at Cedar Oaks?▾
Aristacare at Cedar Oaks provides 3.21 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.56 RN hours, 0.70 LPN hours, and 1.95 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 26.1%.
How many beds does Aristacare at Cedar Oaks have?▾
Aristacare at Cedar Oaks has 230 certified beds with an average of 203.1 residents per day, resulting in approximately 88% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Partnership owned and is part of the Aristacare chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Aristacare at Cedar Oaks?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in New Jersey. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Aristacare at Cedar Oaks?▾
On Google Maps, Aristacare at Cedar Oaks has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 344 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 3/5.

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