About Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill
Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill, located in WEST CALDWELL, NJ, is a non-profit organization that accepts Medicare. This facility is part of a continuing care retirement community.
Why Families Choose Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill
- High Quality Care: With a 5-star CMS rating, this facility demonstrates high standards.
- Top Ranked: Ranked #62 out of 321 facilities within 25 miles.
- More Nursing Time: Staff spends 4.34 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 5 Stars
- Nursing Hours 4.34 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
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Nursing Staff Analysis
Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Above Average Staffing
Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill provides more care hours than the state average and more than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 |
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| Health Inspection | 4 |
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| Quality Measures | 5 |
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| Staffing | 4 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 16 | Mar 14, 2025 |
| Weighted Average | 19 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending Jun 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.
Medicare claims-based measures
Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) | 28.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 6.4% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 1.7% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 0.2% |
MDS-based measures
Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) | 15.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 3.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 5.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 5.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 88.5% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 93.4% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 0.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | N/A |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 5.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 87.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 2.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 10.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 8.5% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
No Complaints on Record
This facility has no complaints filed in our database, which suggests good resident satisfaction and quality care.
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Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
LUTHERAN SOCIAL MINISTRIES AT CRANE'S MILL, INC.
Ownership Structure
- LUTHERAN SOCIAL MINISTRIES OF NEW JERSEY INC. Direct: NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED
Management & Direction
- TRACIE BARTHOLOMEW CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- TRACIE BARTHOLOMEW TRUSTEE OF THE SNF
- COLLEEN FRANKENFIELD ADP OF THE SNF
- COLLEEN FRANKENFIELD CORPORATE OFFICER
- COLLEEN FRANKENFIELD CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- STEPHEN GEWECKE CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- STEPHEN GEWECKE TRUSTEE OF THE SNF
- RAFAEL HACISKI CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- RAFAEL HACISKI TRUSTEE OF THE SNF
- BARDFORD HILDEBRANDT TRUSTEE OF THE SNF
- BARDFORD HILDEBRANDT CORPORATE OFFICER
- BARDFORD HILDEBRANDT CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- EDWARD NOBLE TRUSTEE OF THE SNF
- EDWARD NOBLE CORPORATE OFFICER
- EDWARD NOBLE CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- JEANNINE RICHMAN ADP OF THE SNF
- JEANNINE RICHMAN CORPORATE OFFICER
- JUHAN RUNNE TRUSTEE OF THE SNF
- JUHAN RUNNE CORPORATE OFFICER
- JUHAN RUNNE CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- DAVID SHAKER OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- DAVID SHAKER ADP OF THE SNF
- RONALD SINGER CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- RONALD SINGER ADP OF THE SNF
- ANTHONY STEINBRONN CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- ANTHONY STEINBRONN TRUSTEE OF THE SNF
- KENNETH VANDONGEN CORPORATE OFFICER
- KENNETH VANDONGEN CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- KENNETH VANDONGEN TRUSTEE OF THE SNF
- CHRISTOPHER WILLIAMS CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- CHRISTOPHER WILLIAMS ADP OF THE SNF
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Inglemoor Rehabilitation and Care Center | N/A | 5 |
| Emerson Health Care Center | N/A | 5 |
| St Joseph's Home Al and Nc, Inc | N/A | 5 |
| Shore View Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | N/A | 5 |
| Florham Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center | N/A | 5 |
| Job Haines Home For Aged People | N/A | 5 |
| Complete Care at St Vincents LLC | N/A | 5 |
| Sunshine Children's Home and Rehab Center | N/A | 5 |
| Dr Susan Smith Mckinney Nursing and Rehab Center | N/A | 5 |
| New East Side Nursing Home | N/A | 5 |
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Noted Deficiencies
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Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
- Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
- Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
- Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
- Room type (private vs. semi-private)
- Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
- Length of stay and specific services required
For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill directly at 9732763018. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
Environment & Cleanliness
- Overall cleanliness and odors
- Resident room conditions
- Common area maintenance
- Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
- Staff-to-resident ratios
- How staff interact with residents
- Response time to resident needs
- Staff knowledge and professionalism
Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.