CMS data shows Fulton County Medical Center earning a D grade with a score of 48/100, placing it below most facilities in Pennsylvania. Prospective residents and families should carefully review the specific areas of concern detailed below.
Fulton County Medical Center provides above-average staffing with 4.34 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.
Recent inspections identified 24 deficiencies at Fulton County Medical Center. 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 | 4.34 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.69 | 0.7 | Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.04 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.60 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.94 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.50 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0760 Severity EEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Apr 16, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
- Tag 0761 Severity EEnsure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologiApr 16, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
- Tag 0623 Severity DProvide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including aApr 16, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0657 Severity DDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Apr 16, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0849 Severity DArrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice servApr 16, 2025 · Administration 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 | 9.5% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 0.0% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 26.3% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 2.1% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 21.9% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 3.3% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 24.9% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
2 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $25,847
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 48 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -10 pts
- Fine deductions: -2 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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