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ACCELA REHAB AND CARE CENTER AT SPRINGFIELD

850 PAPERMILL ROAD, GLENSIDE, PA 19038
Score: 9 / 100

With a score of 9/100, Accela Rehab And Care Center At Springfield 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.

Staffing at Accela Rehab And Care Center At Springfield is near the national average, with 3.57 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent CMS inspections identified 119 deficiencies at Accela Rehab And Care Center At Springfield, including 2 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature..

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 8 / 40 pts
1 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 8 / 20 pts
2 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.57 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.33 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.06 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.18 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.32 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.27 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

119
Total Deficiencies
Aug 13, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 1 Minor 🟠 116 Moderate 🔴 2 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0804 Severity E
    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    Aug 13, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Aug 13, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0628 Severity D
    Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
    Jul 20, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0741 Severity D
    Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents.
    Jul 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0744 Severity D
    Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
    Jul 20, 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 3.4% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 4.0% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 16.1% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 2.0% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 21.4% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 8.4% 7.5% Worse
New/worsened incontinence 32.9% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

7 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $69,735

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 9 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -15 pts
  • Fine deductions: -6 pts

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
129
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Mar 5, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
42