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Autumn Lake Healthcare at Berkeley Heights is an independent healthcare center situated in the scenic township of Berkeley Heights. As an award-winning and state-of-the-art nursing center, this skilled nursing community offers rehabilitation and long-term care services with 24/7 skilled nursing for various complex medical conditions.
Their commitment to providing top-notch care is reflected in their acceptance of Medicare, Medicaid, most insurances, and private pay. Autumn Lake Healthcare at Berkeley Heights takes pride in serving the community with heart and a dedication to excellence in healthcare.
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Berkeley Heights is an independently owned and operated healthcare center that is licensed to use the Autumn Lake Healthcare name and receive non-healthcare related services. All healthcare-related services are provided solely by Autumn Lake Healthcare at Berkeley Heights.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
52% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
37% of new residents, often for short stays.
11% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
In line with New Jersey average
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Berkeley Heights is legally operated by BHEIGHTS ASSOCIATES, LLC, and administrated by SHIMON SITZER.
Officers are individuals or entities with formal legal or financial responsibility for the organization that owns this facility
Mjh Group, LLC, Aryeh Stern, Mr . David Gluck, Morris Meisels, Mr . Samuel Handler
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.
This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.
In New Jersey, the Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing conducts mandatory unannounced surveys to ensure facilities provide safe and effective resident care.
1 complaint inspections
8 routine inspections
New Jersey average: 8 visits/inspections
New Jersey average: 6 inspections
On a scale from A (least severe) to L (most severe).
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
New Jersey average: 18 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
New Jersey average: 18 deficiencies
New Jersey average 4
Last Health inspection on Feb 2025
New Jersey average 20.9
New Jersey average 5.35
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
18 of 22 citations resulted from standard inspections; 1 of 22 resulted from complaint investigations; and 3 of 22 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
0
100% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 0.7
1
150% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 0.4
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Feb 10, 2025
Corrected
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Jul 19, 2024
Corrected
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Jul 19, 2024
Corrected
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Jul 19, 2024
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
0.9 miles from city center — 4.92 miles to nearest hospital (Overlook Medical Center)
35 Cottage St, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
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This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
70% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average ratio: 1.77:1
0% compared with New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 8 hours
Manages medical care and health needs.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.7 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.2 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Total hours from contractors
12,972 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 34 | 146 | 180 | 21,551 | 91 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 20 | 58 | 78 | 8,852 | 91 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 10 | 0 | 10 | 2,114 | 91 | 100% | 6.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,137 | 68 | 75% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 2 | 0 | 2 | 955 | 74 | 81% | 8.1 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 917 | 78 | 86% | 8.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 915 | 78 | 86% | 6.3 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 729 | 55 | 60% | 7.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 524 | 64 | 70% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 485 | 63 | 69% | 7.7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 479 | 65 | 71% | 5.8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 467 | 59 | 65% | 7.9 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 413 | 55 | 60% | 7.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 390 | 49 | 54% | 7.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 211 | 41 | 45% | 5 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 175 | 22 | 24% | 7.9 |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
4.6
32% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 6.8
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
9.6
23% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 12.4
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
9.8%
In line with New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 10.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
4.9%
56% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 11.0%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
14.0%
12% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 16.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.3%
47% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 2.4%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.0%
17% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 6.1%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 1.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.2%
54% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 4.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.8%
75% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 11.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
13.9%
26% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 11.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
8% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 93.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
In line with New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 97.2%
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.40
33% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 2.08
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.26
77% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 1.12
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
27% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 78.9%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.4%
63% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 1.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.5%
24% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 80.1%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
30.0%
18% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 25.4%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
7.0%
15% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 8.2%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.5%
34% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 0.8%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
42.3%
21% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 53.7%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
64.8%
28% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
33% higher than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: $77K
50% fewer fines than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 2.0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 0.1
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jul 19, 2024Last updated: Jan 2026
Historical financial and operational data for Autumn Lake Healthcare at Berkeley Heights based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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