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Highland Hills Post Acute

1105 Perry Highway, Pittsburgh, PA 15237

CCN 395826 · For-profit, limited liability company · 200 certified beds · chain Pacs Group

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Overall★★★★★
Health inspection★★★★★
Staffing★★★★★
Quality measures★★★★★

Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.

Highland Hills Post Acute, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is certified for 200 beds under for-profit, limited liability company ownership and belongs to the Pacs Group chain.

CMS gives it 1 of 5 stars overall, below the Pennsylvania median of 3; the health inspection rating is 1, staffing 2 and quality measures 3.

Inspectors recorded 100 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (35, 34, 31 by cycle, most recent first), 2 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 50.0 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 22.2.

CMS lists 2 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $28K.

Reported nurse staffing is 3.2 hours per resident per day (0.9 RN), close to the Pennsylvania median of 3.6; nursing staff turnover is 48.5%.

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100health deficiencies, 3 survey cycles2 at actual harm or worse
$28Kfines listed by CMS2 penalties in period
3.2nurse hours per resident per daystate median 3.6
87%occupancy (residents ÷ beds)173 residents a day

Compared with county, state and nation

MeasureThis facilityAllegheny Co. medianPennsylvania medianUS average
Overall star rating1233.0
Health citations, 3 cycles100422628.7
Citations per 100 beds50.045.222.226.8
Total nurse hours per resident day3.23.63.63.9
RN hours per resident day0.90.80.70.7
Nursing staff turnover48.5%50.0%44.3%45.8%
Fines listed$27,709$7,656$0—

County and state figures are medians across facilities (52 in the county, 656 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.

Citations by survey cycle

Cycle 1 (latest)35
Cycle 234
Cycle 331

Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Pennsylvania average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 19 Dec 2025, 12 Dec 2024.

Severity mix: J ×2 D ×69 E ×22 F ×6 C ×1

Health deficiencies

Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.

Scope and severity letters (A–L)
Isolated
Pattern
Widespread
Immediate jeopardy
J
K
L
Actual harm
G
H
I
Potential for more than minimal harm
D
E
F
Potential for minimal harm
A
B
C

Survey dateTagWhat the tag requiresSeverityTypeCorrected
16 Jun 2026F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DComplaint investigation9 Jul 2026
16 Jun 2026F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.DComplaint investigation9 Jul 2026
19 Mar 2026F0628Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.DComplaint investigation7 Apr 2026
19 Mar 2026F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DComplaint investigation7 Apr 2026
30 Dec 2025F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.EComplaint investigation28 Jan 2026
30 Dec 2025F0688Provide 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.EComplaint investigation28 Jan 2026
30 Dec 2025F0583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.DComplaint investigation28 Jan 2026
30 Dec 2025F0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.DComplaint investigation28 Jan 2026
19 Dec 2025F0908Keep all essential equipment working safely.FStandard survey28 Jan 2026
19 Dec 2025F0922Have enough backup water supply for essential areas of the nursing home.FStandard survey28 Jan 2026
19 Dec 2025F0554Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.EStandard survey28 Jan 2026
19 Dec 2025F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.EStandard survey28 Jan 2026
19 Dec 2025F0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.EStandard survey28 Jan 2026
19 Dec 2025F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.EStandard survey28 Jan 2026
19 Dec 2025F0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.DComplaint investigation28 Jan 2026
19 Dec 2025F0582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.DStandard survey28 Jan 2026
19 Dec 2025F0584Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.DStandard survey28 Jan 2026
19 Dec 2025F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.DComplaint investigation28 Jan 2026
19 Dec 2025F0610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.DStandard survey28 Jan 2026
19 Dec 2025F0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.DStandard survey28 Jan 2026
19 Dec 2025F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.DStandard survey28 Jan 2026
19 Dec 2025F0761Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.DStandard survey28 Jan 2026
19 Dec 2025F0806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.DStandard survey28 Jan 2026
25 Sep 2025F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.JComplaint investigation15 Oct 2025
25 Sep 2025F0850Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds.FComplaint investigation15 Oct 2025
25 Sep 2025F0944Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program.EComplaint investigation15 Oct 2025
25 Sep 2025F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.DComplaint investigation15 Oct 2025
25 Sep 2025F0607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.DComplaint investigation15 Oct 2025
25 Sep 2025F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.DComplaint investigation15 Oct 2025
25 Sep 2025F0610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.DComplaint investigation15 Oct 2025
25 Sep 2025F0688Provide 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.DComplaint investigation15 Oct 2025
25 Sep 2025F0745Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.DComplaint investigation15 Oct 2025
25 Sep 2025F0835Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.DComplaint investigation15 Oct 2025
25 Sep 2025F0844Follow rules about disclosure of ownership requirements and tell the state agency about changes in ownership and/or administrative personnel.DComplaint investigation15 Oct 2025
25 Sep 2025F0941Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program that includes effective communications for direct care staff members.DComplaint investigation15 Oct 2025
16 Jul 2025F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.DComplaint investigationPast Non-Compliance
5 May 2025F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.DComplaint investigation28 May 2025
5 May 2025F0607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.DComplaint investigation28 May 2025
5 May 2025F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.DComplaint investigation28 May 2025
5 May 2025F0610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.DComplaint investigation28 May 2025
5 May 2025F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DComplaint investigation28 May 2025
6 Mar 2025F0726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.JComplaint investigation27 Mar 2025
6 Mar 2025F0655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedDComplaint investigation27 Mar 2025
6 Mar 2025F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.DComplaint investigation27 Mar 2025
6 Mar 2025F0712Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.DComplaint investigation27 Mar 2025
6 Mar 2025F0835Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.DComplaint investigation27 Mar 2025
6 Mar 2025F0838Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.DComplaint investigation27 Mar 2025
28 Jan 2025F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.EComplaint investigation7 Feb 2025
12 Dec 2024F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.FStandard survey17 Jan 2025
12 Dec 2024F0584Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.EStandard survey17 Jan 2025
12 Dec 2024F0636Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.EStandard survey17 Jan 2025
12 Dec 2024F0638Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.EStandard survey17 Jan 2025
12 Dec 2024F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.EStandard survey17 Jan 2025
12 Dec 2024F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.EStandard survey17 Jan 2025
12 Dec 2024F0690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.EStandard survey17 Jan 2025
12 Dec 2024F0693Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.EStandard survey17 Jan 2025
12 Dec 2024F0698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.EStandard survey17 Jan 2025
12 Dec 2024F0761Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.EStandard survey17 Jan 2025
12 Dec 2024F0565Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.DStandard survey17 Jan 2025
12 Dec 2024F0582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.DStandard survey17 Jan 2025
12 Dec 2024F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.DComplaint investigation17 Jan 2025
12 Dec 2024F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.DStandard survey17 Jan 2025
12 Dec 2024F0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.DStandard survey17 Jan 2025
12 Dec 2024F0699Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.DStandard survey17 Jan 2025
12 Dec 2024F0725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.DStandard survey17 Jan 2025
12 Dec 2024F0810Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.DStandard survey17 Jan 2025
12 Dec 2024F0868Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterlyDStandard survey17 Jan 2025
12 Dec 2024F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.DStandard survey17 Jan 2025
5 Sep 2024F0623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.CComplaint investigation1 Oct 2024
30 Apr 2024F0697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.DComplaint investigation17 Jun 2024
30 Apr 2024F0806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.DComplaint investigation17 Jun 2024
18 Mar 2024F0760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.DComplaint investigation4 Apr 2024
12 Jan 2024F0809Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.FStandard survey6 Mar 2024
12 Jan 2024F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.EComplaint investigation6 Mar 2024
12 Jan 2024F0698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.EStandard survey6 Mar 2024
12 Jan 2024F0726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.EComplaint investigation6 Mar 2024
12 Jan 2024F0745Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.EStandard survey6 Mar 2024
12 Jan 2024F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.EComplaint investigation6 Mar 2024
12 Jan 2024F0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.DStandard survey6 Mar 2024
12 Jan 2024F0553Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.DComplaint investigation6 Mar 2024
12 Jan 2024F0582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.DStandard survey6 Mar 2024
12 Jan 2024F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.DComplaint investigation6 Mar 2024
12 Jan 2024F0607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.DStandard survey6 Mar 2024
12 Jan 2024F0610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.DComplaint investigation6 Mar 2024
12 Jan 2024F0655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedDStandard survey6 Mar 2024
12 Jan 2024F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.DStandard survey6 Mar 2024
12 Jan 2024F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.DComplaint investigation6 Mar 2024
12 Jan 2024F0692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.DStandard survey6 Mar 2024
12 Jan 2024F0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.DStandard survey6 Mar 2024
12 Jan 2024F0756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.DStandard survey6 Mar 2024
12 Jan 2024F0758Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.DStandard survey6 Mar 2024
12 Jan 2024F0761Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.DStandard survey6 Mar 2024
12 Jan 2024F0868Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterlyDStandard survey6 Mar 2024
12 Jan 2024F0881Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.DComplaint investigation6 Mar 2024
12 Jan 2024F0943Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.DStandard survey6 Mar 2024
7 Nov 2023F0582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.DComplaint investigation15 Dec 2023
7 Nov 2023F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DComplaint investigation15 Dec 2023
29 Sep 2023F0802Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.FComplaint investigation18 Oct 2023
29 Sep 2023F0583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.DComplaint investigation18 Oct 2023
29 Sep 2023F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.DComplaint investigation18 Oct 2023

Penalties

DateTypeAmountDetail
25 Sep 2025Fine$18,213
6 Mar 2025Fine$9,496

Staffing

Total nursing3.19 h
Nurse aides1.75 h
LPN0.58 h
RN0.85 h
Weekend total2.85 h

Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Pennsylvania average. Turnover: nursing staff 48.5%, RNs 43.8%; 1 administrator left in the reporting year.

Quality measures

MeasureResidentsThis facilityPennsylvania medianUS median
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increasedLong Stay11.3%15.9%12.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladderLong Stay0.1%0.4%0.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infectionLong Stay0.6%1.1%0.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injuryLong Stay5.4%2.9%2.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medicationShort Stay0.7%1.0%1.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsenedLong Stay12.6%16.1%12.5%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcersLong Stay4.6%4.5%4.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicationLong Stay26.4%17.2%13.4%

Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.

Ownership

Ownership type: for-profit, limited liability company. Legal business name: Perry Snf Healthcare Llc. Chain: Pacs Group (274 facilities).

OrganisationRole in the CMS recordInterestSince
Pacs Group, Inc.Operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2024
Pacs Holdings, LLCOperational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2024
Providence Group Nh, LLCOperational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2024
1105 Perry Highway Pa Owner LLCAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2024
Keystone Property Investments LLCAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2024
Pa Holdco 1 North Hills LLCAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2024
Pa Holdco 2 North Hills LLCAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2024
Zoozen LLCAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2024

Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.

Other nursing homes in Allegheny County

FacilityCityBedsOverallHealthStaffingCitationsPer 100 bedsFinesLast survey
Concordia At the CedarsMonroeville59552915.3—26 Feb 2026
Concordia of the South HillsPittsburgh4655548.7—4 Apr 2025
Harmony Physical RehabilitationMonroeville30554413.3—21 Feb 2025
Providence Point Healthcare ResidencePittsburgh425451535.7$14K18 Jun 2025
Upmc Magee-Womens Hospital TcuPittsburgh205451050.0—25 Nov 2025
Concordia At Rebecca ResidenceAllison Park604332846.7—25 Jun 2026
Lgar Health and RehabilitationTurtle Creek60444915.0—18 Oct 2024
Longwood At OakmontVerona444352965.9—28 Apr 2026

All 52 facilities in Allegheny County

Questions and answers

How many deficiencies has Highland Hills Post Acute been cited for?

100 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 2 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Pennsylvania median is 26 per facility.

Has Highland Hills Post Acute been fined?

Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $28K in the period covered.

How does staffing at Highland Hills Post Acute compare?

Reported total nurse staffing is 3.2 hours per resident per day against a Pennsylvania median of 3.6 and a national average of 3.9.

Who operates Highland Hills Post Acute?

It is part of the Pacs Group chain. Ownership type is for-profit, limited liability company. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Pacs Group, Inc., Pacs Holdings, LLC and Providence Group Nh, LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.

When was Highland Hills Post Acute last inspected?

The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 16 Jun 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 19 Dec 2025.

Where does this data come from?

All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.

Provenance

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.