F

SUSQUEHANNA HEALTH AND WELLNESS CENTER

745 OLD CHICKIES HILL ROAD, COLUMBIA, PA 17512
Score: 35 / 100

With a score of 35/100, Susquehanna Health And Wellness Center ranks in the bottom tier of Pennsylvania nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.

With 3.17 total nurse hours per resident per day, Susquehanna Health And Wellness Center falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.

Recent inspections identified 35 deficiencies at Susquehanna Health And Wellness Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 24 / 40 pts
3 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 15 / 25 pts
3 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.17 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.50 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.74 0.7 Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 1.94 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.91 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.39 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

35
Total Deficiencies
Jul 24, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 35 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0730 Severity E
    Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
    Jul 24, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity E
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Jul 24, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0656 Severity D
    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    Jul 24, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0692 Severity D
    Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
    Jul 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0695 Severity D
    Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    Jul 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care 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 4.7% 4.5% Average
Falls with major injury 2.7% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 24.3% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 0.7% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 21.2% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 5.9% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 23.5% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

12 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $132,901

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 35 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -15 pts
  • Fine deductions: -10 pts

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
173
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jul 24, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
8