Nursing home inspections in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania surveyors cite administration (F835) at 2.57× its national share.
Cited least often against expectation here: “Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report…”, at 0.46×.
F835 · 50 citations · 2025 surveys
The shape of it — 2025
Cited more, and less, than expected
Each state is measured against its own expected share, not against other states.
The evidence
Every tag Pennsylvania cites above its expected share
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
50 citations across 45 facilities · Administration Deficiencies
- F6281.61×
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
99 citations across 99 facilities · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- F698 · Dialysis1.58×
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
78 citations across 75 facilities · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- F585 · Grievances1.56×
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
66 citations across 63 facilities · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
82 citations across 78 facilities · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
115 citations across 108 facilities · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
64 citations across 62 facilities · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
87 citations across 74 facilities · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
403 citations across 317 facilities · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
171 citations across 167 facilities · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
How severe those findings were
Scope and severity
3.9% of citations found actual harm or worse (level G and above).
| Severity | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
|---|---|---|---|
| Immediate jeopardy | J1730.8% | K840.4% | L300.1% |
| Actual harm | G5622.6% | H90.0% | I— |
| No harm, potential for more than minimal | D14,09364.2% | E5,48825.0% | F9404.3% |
| No harm, potential for minimal | A— | B3161.4% | C2731.2% |
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