Centrastate Medical Center Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
CENTRASTATE MEDICAL CENTER'S MISSION IS TO ENHANCE THE HEALTH AND WELL-BEING OF OUR COMMUNITIES THROUGH THE COMPASSIONATE DELIVERY OF QUALITY HEALTHCARE. PLEASE REFER TO THE ORGANIZATION'S COMMUNITY BENEFIT STATEMENT INCLUDED IN SCHEDULE O.
- Income
- $401.4 million
- Spending
- $405.0 million
- Spent on programs
- 90%
- Reserves
- 0.9 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 97%
- Employees
- 2,521
- Volunteers
- 246
- Highest pay
- $1.4 million, trustee-president/ceo
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Fair: 52 out of 100. Higher than 37% of charities in its peer group (health care, over $100m).
Reserves
4 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 0.9 months of spending.
Debt
10 of 20It owes 42% of what it owns.
Living within its means
8 of 15Spending exceeded income by 1% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 4% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1590% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Good: 80 out of 100. Higher than 14% of charities in its peer group (health care, over $100m).
Independent board
5 of 259 of 18 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
5 of 5Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.
Independent check of accounts
15 of 15Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (4)
- $364.5 million spent. EXPENSES INCURRED IN PROVIDING INPATIENT, OUTPATIENT, EMERGENCY AND VARIOUS OTHER MEDICALLY NECESSARY HEALTHCARE SERVICES TO ALL INDIVIDUALS IN A NON-DISCRIMINATORY MANNER REGARDLESS OF RACE, COLOR, CREED, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN OR ABILITY TO PAY AND IN FURTHERANCE OF CHARITABLE TAX-EXEMPT PURPOSES. PLEASE REFER TO THE COMMUNITY BENEFIT STATEMENT IN SCHEDULE O.
- CentraState Medical Center ("CSMC") is a 284-bed general acute care hospital located in Freehold, Monmouth County, New Jersey. CSMC is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service ("IRS") as an Internal Revenue code section 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Pursuant to its charitable purposes, CSMC provides medically necessary healthcare services to all individuals in a non-discriminatory manner regardless of race, color, creed, sex, national origin, or ability to pay. Moreover, CSMC operates consistently with the following criteria outlined in IRS revenue ruling 69-545: 1. CSMC provides medically necessary healthcare services to all individuals regardless of ability to pay, including charity care, self-pay, Medicare and Medicaid patients; 2. CSMC operates an active emergency room for all persons; which is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year; 3. CSMC maintains a closed medical staff, with privileges available based on community need; 4. Control of CSMC rests with its board of trustees and the board of trustees of CentraState Healthcare System, Inc. Both boards are comprised of independent civic leaders and other prominent members of the community; and 5. Surplus funds are used to improve the quality of patient care, expand and renovate facilities, and advanced medical care, programs and activities. The operations of CSMC, as shown through the factors outlined above and other information contained herein, clearly demonstrate the hospital provides substantial community benefit and that the use and control of CSMC is for the benefit of the public and that no part of the income or net earnings of the organization inures to the benefit of any private individual nor is any private interest being served other than incidentally. CSMC's sole corporate member is CentraState Healthcare System, Inc. ("CSHS"). CSHS is also the tax-exempt New Jersey non-profit parent corporation of CentraState healthcare system; an integrated healthcare delivery system ("system"). The sole member of each entity is either CSHS or another CentraState Healthcare System affiliate controlled or owned by CSHS. CentraState Healthcare System is a tax-exempt integrated healthcare delivery system consisting of a group of affiliate healthcare organizations. CentraState Healthcare System is a world-class patient-focused organization comprised of a renowned team of healthcare professionals working together to transform the lives of those in the community. Mission ======= To enhance the health and well-being of the communities through the compassionate delivery of quality healthcare. Vision ====== An organization of caring professionals trusted as the community's health care system of choice for clinical excellence. Recognition/Quality Awards ========================== Magnet Nursing Excellence CentraState is in an elite group of 1 percent of hospitals nationwide to earn Magnet recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) five times, attesting to its excellence in nursing care. Magnet-designated hospitals are regarded as the pinnacle of nursing practice, leadership and innovation. High-Quality Stroke Care CentraState received the American Heart Association's 2024 Get With The Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite and Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll, recognizing the commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines. The Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite level highlights efforts to expedite the time between a patient's arrival at the hospital and treatment with clot-busting medication. Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor RollT: highlights efforts to ensure patients with Type 2 diabetes, who might be at higher risk for complications, receive the most up-to-date, evidence-based care when hospitalized due to stroke. Heart Care Expertise CentraState was awarded Cardiac Cath Lab Accreditation with PCI by the American College of Cardiology (ACC) for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients who come to a cardiac catheterization lab for care, including diagnostic catheterizations and percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) procedures. CentraState also earned the American Heart Association's 2024 Get With The Guidelines - Heart Failure Gold Plus Award with Target: Heart Failure Honor Roll and Target: Types 2 Diabetes Honor Roll for quality outcomes and consistent adherence to the latest evidence-based treatment guidelines. Pioneer in New Jersey Nurse Residency Education In 2024, CentraState became the first in New Jersey to attain Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education Accreditation for the entry-to-practice nurse residency program. Excellence in Critical Care CentraState Medical Center's critical care and step-down units have earned the national Silver-level Beacon Award for Excellence from the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), an organization that shapes progressive critical care nursing practice. Designated a Surgical Quality Partner American College of Surgeons awarded CentraState the novel distinction of Surgical Quality Partner (SQP). Being a Surgical Quality Partner means that an institution is dedicated to surgical quality and is committed to maintaining the highest standards in surgical care. Ranked High-Performing in the Treatment of Adult Medical Conditions by U.S. News & World Report CentraState Medical Center was recognized by U.S. News & World Report in its 2024-2025 Best Hospitals rankings for its performance in treating procedures and medical conditions, ranking high performing in three areas: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pneumonia, and Stroke. America's Best Vascular Surgeons Three physicians on medical staff at CentraState have been named among America's Best Vascular Surgeons 2024 list by Newsweek and Statista in their first annual ranking of the country's leading 200 vascular surgeons. High-Quality Multiple Scler
- - American College of Radiology Radiation Oncology Accreditation Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence CT Accreditation Low-Dose CT Lung Cancer Screening Center of Excellence Lung Cancer Screening Center Designation Ultrasound Accreditation Nuclear Medicine Accreditation Comprehensive Breast Imaging Center Mammography Accreditation Stereotactic Breast Biopsy Accreditation - American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer - National Accreditation, Oncology Service Line, CentraState Healthcare System National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers - The Star and Barry Tobias Women's Health Center - American Diabetes Association Certification for Meeting National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education American Heart Association Heart Failure Gold Plus Award with Target: Heart Failure Honor Roll and Target: Types 2 Diabetes Honor Roll Stroke Gold Plus with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite and Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll - American Nurses Credentialing Center Magnet Status (five-time designation) - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Preliminary Recognition for Diabetes Prevention Program (online) - CEO Roundtable on Cancer CEO Cancer Gold Standard - Surgical Review Corporation Bariatric Center of Excellence - Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education Entry-to-Practice Nurse Residency Program Affiliations ------------ - American Physical Therapy Association Clinical Education Center - Andrews University - Brookdale Community College: Schools of Nursing and Allied Health, Medical Technology and Respiratory Therapy - Boston University - Burlington County College - The College of New Jersey - Jersey Shore Medical Center for Outreach Renal Dialysis Service - Kean University - Mercer County Community College - Middlesex County College - Monmouth County Vocational School - Monmouth-Ocean hospital shared service association - Monmouth University - National Network of Libraries of Medicine - Neumann College - Pennsylvania State University - Princeton Theological Seminary - Quinnipiac College - Rowan College at Burlington County - Rutgers University - Saint Elizabeth College School of Nutrition and Home Economics - Saint Francis Medical Center School of Nursing - Pennsylvania State University - Stockton University - Temple University - Thomas Edison State College: School of Nursing - Ultrasound Diagnostic School of Newark - University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey - Newark - University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey - School of Health-Related Professionals in Camden and Lean - Union County College - University of Connecticut - University of Delaware - University of Scranton Member of --------- - American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging - American Hospital Association - American Society of Clinical Pathology - National Disaster Medical System - National Lymphedema Network - New Jersey Association of Mental Health Agencies - New Jersey Association of Nonprofit Homes for the Aging - New Jersey Hospital Association - New Jersey Society of Health System Pharmacists - Schizophrenia Foundation of New Jersey - Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society Laboratory Certified By ----------------------- - American College of Clinical Pathologists Nursing ------- - CentraState Medical Center was awarded Magnet status in 2005 & re-designated in 2020 by the American Nurses - Credentialing Center (ANCC) of the American Nurses Association. - CSMC is an approved provider of continuing education by the New Jersey State Nurses Association, provider number: p102-9/2001-2003. NJNSA is accredited by the ANCC Commission on Accreditation of the American Nurses' Association. Licensed By ----------- - New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services Approved By ----------- - American Dental Association for Continuing Medical Education - American Medical Association for continuing Medical Education Specialized Services ==================== CSMC offers a full range of clinical and diagnostic services to meet the diverse healthcare needs of the growing communities we serve. Cardiac Services ---------------- Services and programs include: the Thomas J. Blanchet Cardiac diagnostic Center, cardiac catheterization lab, cardiac rehabilitation center and the Gloria Saker Women's Heart Program. Statesir Cancer Center ---------------------- CSMC's multidisciplinary, integrated approach to cancer treatment ensures that our patients receive compassionate care and support-medical, educational, emotional and spiritual. CSMC is accredited by the American College of Surgeons Commission on cancer (COC) as well as the national accreditation program for breast centers (NAPBC), the American College of Radiology (ACR) for radiation oncology, diagnostic Radiology and mammography. CentraState has been designated as a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence (BICOE) and a Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence (DICOE). Services include: - cancer navigator program - cancer rehabilitation - clinical trials - colorectal cancer program (robotic surgery) - comprehensive breast care program - comprehensive lung program - infusion therapy services - lymphedema center - medical oncology - chemotherapy and immunotherapy services - palliative/hospice services - prostate cancer program (robotic surgery) - radiation oncology (including IMRT, IGRT, radiosurgery, HDR, cone beam therapy) - genetic testing and counseling - surgical oncology program Critical Care Unit ------------------ Our unit offers enhanced infection control features such as electronic privacy panels and a dedicated air filtration system that helps to contain infectious conditions. Emergency Services Department ----------------------------- Our goal is for you to see a nurse within 15 minutes and a clinician within 30 minutes. The ED also offers 24/7 pediatric emergency coverage and is designated as an advanced primary stroke center by the Joint Commission and the New Jersey Department of Health. Statesir Family Acute Care for Elders Unit -
- Outpatient Nutrition Center --------------------------- Offers individual nutrition counseling with a registered dietitian for children and adults. Includes counseling sessions for weight management, cardiac, renal, hepatic, gastrointestinal problems, and others. Radiology --------- Capabilities include x-ray, ultrasound, computed tomography (CT) scan and nuclear medicine. Princeton radiology associates also houses a positron emission tomography (pet)/CT scanner for diagnosing cancer and other diseases or conditions, and an open bore MRI. OceanFirst Rehabilitation Center -------------------------------- Our fully equipped center offers physical, occupational and speech therapy. Inpatient and outpatient services are offered daily. Specialized services include: Linda E. Cardinale MS Center, Central Jersey Wound Treatment Center with lymphedema program, continence program, swallowing disorder therapy, sports medicine and aquatic therapy, including a hydroworx pool. Progressive Care Unit --------------------- This unit treats heart failure patients, as well as transitions patients from the critical care unit. Following a hospital discharge, a registered nurse health coach is available to work with patients to help them become more knowledgeable and independent in managing diet, medications and lifestyle changes. Patients also learn how to most effectively work with their primary care provider for continued support. Additional support includes a free nurse advice. Patients can call the nurse advice line and speak to our cardiac coordinator for answers and help with any needs the heart failure patient may have. Short stay unit --------------- A short stay unit is available for patients who do not require an overnight stay. Our same day surgery center performs a variety of surgical and endoscopy procedures on a medical outpatient basis. Surgical Services ----------------- CSMC's surgical services are delivered in state-of-the-art facilities by highly trained physicians and nurses. Patients receive comprehensive surgical support for diagnostic, therapeutic and palliative intervention in the following areas: general surgery, bariatric surgery, breast, colorectal, endovascular surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, neurosurgery, obstetrics/gynecology, ophthalmology, ear, nose and throat, orthopedics (including knee and hip replacements at the Total Joint Center of New Jersey at CSMC), plastic, podiatric, and thoracic surgery. The Star and Barry Tobias Women's Health Center ----------------------------------------------- Offers screenings, digital mammograms, computer-aided detection (cad), ultrasound mammotone biopsy, stereotactic needle biopsy, health education, bone densitometry, and individualized health counseling on a number of topics for women. The center is certified by the American college of radiology; has been named a breast imaging center of excellence for providing high-quality mammograms and other services; and has been named a pink ribbon facility by Hologic for providing excellence in breast health. Specialized Centers and Other Services -------------------------------------- CSMC offers specialized diagnostic and treatment services at its center for sleep disorders and comprehensive lung program. Other specialty services include respiratory therapy for pulmonary diagnostic procedures and rehabilitation, and oncology services, including chemotherapy, support groups and hemodialysis, podiatric services, pain management, and palliative care. Freehold Family Health Center ----------------------------- The Freehold Family Health Center is a unique collaborative initiative with the Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) Health Group, VNACJ Community Health Center, inc. (CHS and Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School through the Family Medicine Residency Program at CSMC. The facility is accessible to all members of the community, including underserved populations. Bilingual staff are available to assist with all services. Services include: - comprehensive primary and specialty care, including geriatrics, prenatal and behavioral health services; - community health programs such as WIC; - programming by the county councils for young children; and - cancer education and early detection programs. Community-based Programs ======================== Good Stewardship Through Solar ------------------------------ CSMC recently celebrated the completion of a solar carport installation in parking areas around the medical center and ambulatory campus, this installment, in combination with the solar farm at the back of the property, will allow CSC to generate approximately 61 percent of its electric consumption and achieve savings of approximately a half million dollars in energy costs each year, reducing its carbon footprint and the impact on Freehold Township's electrical grid. The carports and solar farm were installed by KDC Solar, a Bedminster-based developer, owner, and operator of solar power facilities. CSMC is the only hospital in the state with a solar installation of this size. It now produces the largest percentage of solar power of any hospital in New Jersey. The combined projects will offset greenhouse gases equivalent to: - 1,026,153 gallons of gas used. - 22,296,869 miles of vehicle traffic. - 1.162 billion smartphones charged. - 9,969,586 pounds of coal burned. - 1,590 homes supplied with electricity for one year. Community Health Outreach ========================= - People throughout the community used CentraState's Live Life Well services more than 55,000 times to enhance their health and manage or prevent chronic conditions through a variety of wellness offerings. - More than 9,000 people attended health and wellness fairs, sessions, and screenings throughout the year. -Approximately 8,273 people received COVID vaccines. - More than 275 people attended cancer health lectures and screenings, including those for prostate, colorectal, oral, skin, breast, and thyroid cancers. - CSMC provided a
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 30, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.
On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.
Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 10, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2024.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since July 1964.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 7, 2026.
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