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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Preferred Care at Mercer is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Ewing, New Jersey with 100 certified beds. It has been operating since 2004. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PREFERRED CARE AT MERCER LLC | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | N/A | Jul 1, 2015 |
| GREEN, DOV | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | N/A | Sep 6, 2016 |
| MERMELSTEIN, BORUCH | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | N/A | Sep 6, 2016 |
| SCHNELL, DAVID | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | N/A | Sep 6, 2016 |
| MERMELSTEIN, BORUCH | CONTRACTED MANAGING EMPLOYEE | Individual | N/A | Sep 6, 2016 |
| STERN, SAMUEL | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Dec 1, 2016 |
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