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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
65 North Sussex Street · Dover, NJ 07801 · 155 certified beds
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In Dover, New Jersey, Excel Care at Dover is listed as a nursing home. Its reported capacity is 155 beds. It is recorded as a for-profit operator, part of Excelcare. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 36 citations, the newest dated 6 March 2026. Federal enforcement records add 1 fine or payment denial action. Staffing reports put it at 3.64 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
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Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
5.0Inspections on record
2
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26
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Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
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Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
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2
Cited deficiencies
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Records from April 2021 to March 2026.
March 21, 2024 · E
Citation F0755Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-21 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 21, 2024 · E
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-21 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 2, 2022 · D
Citation F0677Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-05-02 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-07-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 2, 2022 · E
Citation F0800Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-05-02 under CMS tag F0800 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-07-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 2, 2022 · D
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-05-02 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-07-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 2, 2022 · E
Citation F0759Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-05-02 under CMS tag F0759 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-07-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 2, 2022 · F
Citation F0865Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-05-02 under CMS tag F0865 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-07-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 2, 2022 · D
Citation F0578Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-05-02 under CMS tag F0578 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-06-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 2, 2022 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-05-02 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-07-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 2, 2022 · E
Citation F0712Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-05-02 under CMS tag F0712 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-07-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 2, 2022 · F
Citation F0838Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-05-02 under CMS tag F0838 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-07-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 2, 2022 · E
Citation F0804Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-05-02 under CMS tag F0804 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-07-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 2, 2022 · K
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-05-02 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity K: pattern, immediate jeopardy) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-07-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 22, 2021 · D
Citation F0563Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-04-22 under CMS tag F0563 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-05-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 22, 2021 · D
Citation F0842Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-04-22 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-05-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 22, 2021 · D
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-04-22 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-05-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $139,113
May 31, 2024 · Fine
Citation FINE-17994CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $139,113 against this nursing home on 2024-05-31 (Fine ID: 17994). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
Latest: 3.64 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
Most recent period is lower than 2025Q4 (-0.09 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
For profit
CMS Care Compare chain: Excelcare
Chain ID 757 · 8 facilities in chain (CMS)
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".
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Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
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