With a score of 38/100, Southwestern Veterans 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.
Southwestern Veterans Center provides above-average staffing with 4.70 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.
Recent CMS inspections identified 32 deficiencies at Southwestern Veterans Center, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 4.70 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 1.42 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.90 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.38 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.97 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 1.02 | 0.7 | Above Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0600 Severity GProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Sep 25, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity GEnsure 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 0585 Severity EHonor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt eApr 24, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0622 Severity ENot transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is trApr 24, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0623 Severity EProvide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including aApr 24, 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 | 7.7% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 3.5% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 17.9% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 2.6% | 2.5% | Average |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 16.8% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 4.1% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 22.2% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $245,564
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 38 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -10 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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