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EMBASSY OF HEARTHSIDE

450 WAUPELANI DRIVE, STATE COLLEGE, PA 16801
Score: 20 / 100

With a score of 20/100, Embassy Of Hearthside 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 Embassy Of Hearthside is near the national average, with 3.54 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 74 deficiencies at Embassy Of Hearthside. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 8 / 40 pts
1 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.54 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.36 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.83 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.34 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.33 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.22 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

74
Total Deficiencies
Oct 6, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 74 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0600 Severity G
    Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
    Oct 6, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity F
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Aug 24, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0684 Severity E
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Aug 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0607 Severity D
    Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
    Jun 10, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0600 Severity G
    Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
    Mar 13, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation 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 2.8% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 4.4% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 42.5% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 1.7% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 11.8% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 10.2% 7.5% Worse
New/worsened incontinence 28.6% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

4 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $23,995

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 20 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: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -15 pts
  • Fine deductions: -2 pts

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
157
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Mar 13, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
22