CMS data shows Buffalo Valley Lutheran Villag earning a D grade with a score of 50/100, placing it below most facilities in Pennsylvania. Prospective residents and families should carefully review the specific areas of concern detailed below.
Buffalo Valley Lutheran Villag provides above-average staffing with 4.19 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.
Recent inspections identified 37 deficiencies at Buffalo Valley Lutheran Villag. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 4.19 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.43 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.30 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.46 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.94 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.31 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0689 Severity EEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Sep 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0726 Severity EEnsure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.Sep 25, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
- Tag 0812 Severity EProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Sep 25, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0582 Severity DGive residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.Sep 25, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0583 Severity DKeep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.Sep 25, 2025 · 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 | 7.2% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 1.3% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 21.3% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 5.0% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 24.9% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 6.4% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 28.3% | 45.0% | Better |
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 50 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 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
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