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F804 citations in New Jersey

Food palatability and temperature · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Data as of , released by CMS on October 8, 2026. Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog.

F804 in New Jersey. Pick another state for the same tag.

Against expectation — 2025

New Jersey cites F804 less often than its own record predicts

Versus expected share0.80×

0.80 times the national share — cited less often here than elsewhere.

Share of New Jersey citations0.73%

Of every deficiency written in New Jersey in 2025, this is the portion that was F804.

Each state is measured against its own expected share, not against other states.

In the surveyor’s words

What New Jersey surveyors wrote

F804 findings written in New Jersey, one from each severity band recorded here, most serious first.

Severity is as the surveyor wrote it. Some findings had already been corrected before the survey.

E · No harm, potential for more than minimal, patternJune 26, 2026

Based on interviews and observation it was determined that the facility failed to consistently serve food at temperatures preferred by residents. Seven of 7 residents at the Resident Group Meeting complained of undesirable food temperatures. The deficient practice was evidenced by the following:On 6/23/2026 at 10:30 AM, the surveyor conducted a group meeting with 7 (seven) residents to discuss resident concerns. 7 out of 7 residents stated that food trays were not covered during transport and the meals were cold. …

Shore Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

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Recent years

YearShare of New Jersey citationsvs expected
20231.60%1.62×
20241.16%1.21×
20250.73%0.80×

Shares of citations, not counts: earlier years hold fewer inspections.

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