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BERKS COUNTY HOME- BERKS HEIM

1011 BERKS ROAD, LEESPORT, PA 19533
Score: 80 / 100

With a score of 80/100 and a B grade, Berks County Home- Berks Heim is a well-regarded option in Leesport, Pennsylvania. The facility performs above average in most CMS categories, placing it in the 79th percentile statewide.

Staffing at Berks County Home- Berks Heim is near the national average, with 3.80 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 20 deficiencies at Berks County Home- Berks Heim. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 32 / 40 pts
4 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.80 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.85 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.72 0.7 Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.23 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.28 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.68 0.7 Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

20
Total Deficiencies
Sep 19, 2024
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 20 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0812 Severity F
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Sep 19, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0641 Severity D
    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
    Sep 19, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0689 Severity D
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Sep 19, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0758 Severity D
    Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psy
    Sep 19, 2024 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0550 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    Oct 19, 2023 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 3.6% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 2.9% 3.0% Average
On antipsychotic medication 26.7% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 0.9% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 27.9% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 6.5% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 25.7% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of B is based on a score of 80 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 4★ → 32 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Government - County
Certified Beds
420
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Sep 19, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
4