Nursing homeFAID #8013
Excel Care At Manalapan
★★★★★2/5CMS Five-Star overall1/5 health inspections2/5 staffing5/5 quality measuresSource: CMS Care Compare
Photo via Google · Accela Rehab and Care Center at Manalapan
Public record summary
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Bed capacity
132
State license
061323
CMS facility ID
315282
Care type
Nursing home
Facility name
Excel Care At Manalapan
Street address
104 PENSION ROAD
City / state / ZIP
Manalapan, NJ 07726
Phone
(732) 446-3600
Website
State license #
061323
About this facility — Excel Care At Manalapan
Excel Care At Manalapan is a Medicare/Medicaid-certified skilled nursing facility in Manalapan, New Jersey. It is licensed for 132 beds — close to the median for skilled nursing facilities in New Jersey (130 beds).
It is one of 8 senior care facilities in Manalapan and 348 skilled nursing facilities across New Jersey. Families comparing options should weigh inspection history, ownership record, and litigation — not just the tour — before deciding.
Federal inspectors have cited Excel Care At Manalapan 72 times across 12 inspections in the last three years, including 5 food-safety citations, and CMS has imposed $63,238 in fines. Every citation is listed, dated, and graded in the inspection record below.
This listing draws on federal CMS Nursing Home Compare records, and was last updated on August 31, 2026. Background reports are compiled from primary sources — state inspection files, federal CMS data, corporate registrations, and court records — at the time of order.
Facility background
What the public record shows.
Ownership & operator
Operator / owner
Pine Brook Care and Rehabilitation Center, Llc
Parent company
Accela Healthcare
Ownership type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Administrator
Mordechai Viener
Registered owners & officers
Berkowitz, Sam
Direct owner · Additional disclosable party — 40% stake — since 2023
Berkowitz, Cheskel
Direct owner · Additional disclosable party — 30% stake — since 2023
Leifer, Joel
Direct owner · Additional disclosable party — 30% stake — since 2023
Chaudhary, Ayesha
Additional disclosable party — since 2026
Stern, Samuel
Officer — since 2021
Yudkowsky, Naftoli
Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2025
Zupnick, Joel
Additional disclosable party — since 2023
Regulatory standing
Licensed / certified since
1989-07-13
License expires
2027-02-28
CMS overall rating
2 of 5 stars
Health deficiencies
15 at the last standard inspection
Federal fines
$63,238 total
Last standard inspection
2025-08-13
Nurse staffing
2.9 hours per resident per day
Cost & payer profile (FY2023 cost report)
Average billed charges
$347 per day (≈ $10,550/month). Private-pay prices typically track billed charges; Medicare and Medicaid pay set rates.
Payer mix (resident days)
76% Medicaid · 9% Medicare · 15% private/other
Occupancy
54% (fiscal year 2023)
Vs. state median
18% below the NJ median of $422/day — full state cost breakdown
Services & coverage
Licensed beds
132
Licensed as
LONG TERM CARE FACILITY SNF/NF
Medicare
Accepted
Medicaid
Accepted
Wheelchair accessible
entrance and parking
Visiting hours
Daily Open 24 hours
Compiled from CMS Nursing Home Compare; owners/officers from the CMS Ownership dataset; cost & occupancy from the facility's own CMS cost report; hours/accessibility via Google · last verified 2026-08-31. Facilities can submit a correction.
Inspection record
Every citation, dated and graded.
Kitchen & food safety
Federal surveyors inspect the kitchen at every standard visit. This facility has 5 food-safety citations on its three-year record — flagged below among the inspections.
2026-05-29Health inspectionComplaint-triggered2 citations
F-0656
E · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2026-07-15
F-0842
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected 2026-07-15
2026-01-08Health inspectionComplaint-triggered2 citations
F-0635
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted.
Corrected 2026-02-10
F-0655
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected 2026-02-10
8 earlier / fire-safety inspections (68 citations)
2025-12-09Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
F-0580
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2026-01-09
2025-10-28Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
F-0727
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Corrected 2025-11-26
2025-08-13Health inspectionComplaint-triggered9 citations
F-0636
D · No harm found
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected 2025-09-22
F-0641
D · No harm found
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2025-09-22
F-0755
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2025-09-26
F-0759
D · No harm found
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected 2025-09-22
F-0761
E · No harm found
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.
Corrected 2025-09-22
F-0806
D · No harm foundFood safetyFrom a complaint
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected 2025-09-22
F-0838
E · No harm found
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Corrected 2025-09-22
F-0842
E · No harm found
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected 2025-09-22
F-0880
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-09-22
2024-03-06Health inspectionComplaint-triggered28 citations
F-0550
E · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2024-04-16
F-0565
F · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected 2024-04-16
F-0567
F · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Corrected 2024-04-16
F-0568
F · No harm found
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Corrected 2024-04-16
F-0569
F · No harm found
Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.
Corrected 2024-04-16
F-0580
E · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2024-04-16
F-0584
F · No harm foundFrom a complaint
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.
Corrected 2024-04-16
F-0638
D · No harm found
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Corrected 2024-04-16
F-0656
E · No harm found
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2024-04-16
F-0677
F · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2024-04-16
F-0679
D · No harm found
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected 2024-04-16
F-0687
E · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide appropriate foot care.
Corrected 2024-04-16
F-0689
H · Actual harm
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2024-04-16
F-0690
H · Actual harmFrom a complaint
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2024-04-16
F-0697
D · No harm found
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected 2024-04-16
F-0725
F · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected 2024-04-16
F-0727
F · No harm found
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Corrected 2024-04-16
F-0742
H · Actual harmFrom a complaint
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.
Corrected 2024-04-16
F-0804
F · No harm foundFood safetyFrom a complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2024-04-16
F-0806
J · Immediate jeopardyFood safety
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected 2024-04-16
F-0812
F · No harm foundFood safety
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2024-04-16
F-0835
F · No harm found
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected 2024-04-16
F-0842
F · No harm found
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected 2024-04-16
F-0865
F · No harm found
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected 2024-04-16
F-0868
F · No harm found
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Corrected 2024-04-16
F-0880
F · No harm found
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-04-16
F-0881
F · No harm found
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected 2024-04-16
F-0919
E · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected 2024-04-16
2021-11-23Health inspection2 citations
F-0761
E · No harm found
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.
Corrected 2022-01-10
F-0812
D · No harm foundFood safety
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2021-12-12
2025-08-13Fire-safety inspection9 citations
K-0222
F · No harm found
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Corrected 2025-09-05
K-0252
E · No harm found
Provide at least two remote exits on each floor or fire section of the building.
Corrected 2025-09-05
K-0271
E · No harm found
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Corrected 2025-09-05
K-0300
F · No harm found
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Corrected 2025-09-05
K-0321
E · No harm found
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2025-09-05
K-0353
F · No harm found
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-09-05
K-0363
E · No harm found
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2025-09-05
K-0741
F · No harm found
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Corrected 2025-09-05
K-0918
F · No harm found
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2025-11-13
2024-03-06Fire-safety inspection14 citations
E-0001
E · No harm found
Establish an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Corrected 2024-04-16
E-0007
E · No harm found
Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.
Corrected 2024-04-16
E-0018
E · No harm found
Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.
Corrected 2024-04-16
E-0025
E · No harm found
Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.
Corrected 2024-04-16
E-0031
E · No harm found
Provide emergency officials' contact information.
Corrected 2024-04-16
E-0036
E · No harm found
Establish emergency prep training and testing.
Corrected 2024-04-16
E-0037
E · No harm found
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Corrected 2024-04-16
E-0039
E · No harm found
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Corrected 2024-04-16
K-0222
E · No harm found
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Corrected 2024-04-16
K-0291
E · No harm found
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2024-04-16
K-0321
E · No harm found
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2024-04-16
K-0355
E · No harm found
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2024-04-16
K-0521
E · No harm found
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2024-04-16
K-0911
D · No harm found
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
Corrected 2024-04-16
2021-11-23Fire-safety inspection4 citations
K-0291
D · No harm found
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2021-12-02
K-0521
D · No harm found
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2021-11-26
K-0918
D · No harm found
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2021-12-14
K-0923
D · No harm found
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2021-12-31
Federal penalties
2024-03-06Fine$63,238
Citations and penalties from the CMS Provider Data Catalog (three-year survey window, refreshed monthly). Severity codes follow the federal scope/severity grid; “Immediate jeopardy” is the most serious grade CMS issues. CCN 315282.
Visitor reviews
What people say on Google.
4.3★★★★★133 ratings on Google
★★★★★Maria Wesley · 2026-05-14 · via Google“This facility truly provides compassionate and attentive care to its residents. The staff are kind, patient, and always willing to go the extra mile to make residents feel comfortable, respected, and cared for. You can tell there is a strong sense of teamwork throughout the building, and the environment feels welcoming and supportive. The facility is clean, well-maintained, and the residents are …”
★★★★★Jahbree SEAWRIGHT · 2026-04-15 · via Google“Our family had an excellent experience with Accela Rehab and Care Center in Manalapan. From the very beginning, the facility felt clean, welcoming, and well-organized, which made a big difference during a stressful time. The Director of Nursing, Moniquea, is truly outstanding. She’s very professional, attentive, and shows genuine care for both the residents and her staff. Her leadership is reflec…”
★★★★★Kree Taylor · 2026-04-14 · via Google“I had a really great experience with Accela Rehab and Care Center in Manalapan. The facility is clean, well-organized, and the overall atmosphere is welcoming and supportive. The nursing staff is truly outstanding—everyone is kind, attentive, and goes the extra mile to make sure patients are comfortable and well cared for. You can tell they take pride in what they do. A special shoutout to Denie…”
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Last verified 2026-08-31
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