Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill

Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill

West Caldwell, New Jersey

Address

459 Passaic Avenue, West Caldwell, NJ, 07006

Phone

+1 973-276-3018

9.0 /10

Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill Quality & Safety Report

Excellent

Inspections: 4★ (50%) Staffing: 5★ (25%) Quality: 5★ (25%)

CMS Official Overall: 5★ / 5

CMS data as of January 2026

This score is calculated from three federally reported CMS metrics: Health Inspections (weighted 50%), Staffing levels (25%), and Quality Measures (25%). Facilities with serious safety findings receive score deductions. For centers with 5+ Google reviews, resident feedback contributes 15% of the final score. Learn more →

3 health deficiencies

Safety & Inspections

Health deficiencies
National median: 7
3 below national median

CMS data as of January 1, 2026

Staffing breakdown

Average hours of nursing care each resident receives per day, by staff role. Higher numbers generally indicate more attentive care.

Total nurse staffing
National median: 4.12 hrs
4.30 hrs near national median
Registered nurse (RN)
1.05 hrs
Licensed practical nurse (LPN)
0.87 hrs
Certified nursing aide (CNA)
2.44 hrs
Physical therapy
0.27 hrs

Quality rating trend

Overall rating improved from 4 to 5 stars over 18 data points.

Quality rating trend for Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill 1 2 3 4 5 Jun 24 Sep 24 Dec 24 Apr 25 Jul 25 Dec 25 Feb 26
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Facility profile

Type
Skilled Nursing Facility
Capacity
56 certified beds · ~37 avg residents/day (67% occupancy)
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Payment accepted
Medicare (Medicare)

About

Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill is a non-profit, 56-bed skilled nursing facility located in West Caldwell, New Jersey. The center holds a 5-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), with specific 5-star ratings in staffing and quality measures. Its most recent health inspection resulted in a 4-star assessment.

Location

459 Passaic Avenue, West Caldwell, NJ, 07006, West Caldwell, NJ

Frequently asked questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill?
Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
How did Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill score on health inspections?
Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill received a health inspection rating of 4 out of 5 stars from CMS.
What is the staffing rating for Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill?
Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill has a staffing rating of 5 out of 5 stars, based on nurse-to-resident ratios.
How many beds does Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill have?
Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill has 56 certified beds.
Does Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill accept Medicare or Medicaid?
Yes, Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill accepts Medicare.
Where is Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill located?
Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill is located at 459 Passaic Avenue, West Caldwell, NJ, 07006, West Caldwell, New Jersey.
How can I contact Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill?
You can reach Lutheran Social Ministries Cranes Mill by phone at +1 973-276-3018.

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