CMS data snapshot: July 2026
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.
Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.
A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.
Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.
Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).
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Merry Heart Nursing Home is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Succasunna, New Jersey with 113 certified beds. It has been operating since 1967. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
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.
Ensure that nurse aides who have worked more than 4 months, are trained and competent; and nurse aides who have worked less than 4 months are enrolled in appropriate training.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
No penalties on record.
Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.
Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.
| Name | Role | Type | Ownership % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BONIFACIO, BLANQUITA | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | 50% | Oct 1, 1992 |
| BONIFACIO, MAXIMO | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | 50% | Oct 1, 1992 |
| SUNGA, WILJUN | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | Individual | N/A | Jan 19, 1967 |
Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Merry Heart Nursing Home and nearby alternatives.
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