Laurel Square Healthcare and Rehabilitation CenterCMS ratings, inspections and fines
- Address
- 1020 Oak Lane Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19126
- CCN
- 395535
- Ownership type
- For-profit, limited liability company
- Certified beds
- 87
- Residents per day
- 83
- CMS flags
- None in the CMS record
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CMS gives Laurel Square Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center an overall rating of 2 of 5 stars. The last standard survey was on 29 May 2026. The latest survey cycle has 6 health citations. The median for nursing homes in Pennsylvania is 8. CMS lists no fines for this home in its penalties file.
Facilities may see a change in their overall rating for a number of reasons. Since the overall rating is based on three individual domains, a change in any one of the domains can affect the overall rating. Any new data for a nursing home could potentially change a star rating domain.
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Five-Star Quality Rating System: Technical Users' Guide, July 2026. CMS processed this record on .
Since the last CMS update
The site has no recorded change for this home. In each CMS update, the site compares the ratings, the penalties and the citations of each home.
Changes in the CMS recordFeed of changes in Pennsylvania (RSS)
Ratings
CMS gives each home 1 to 5 stars for health inspections, for staffing and for quality measures, and one overall rating.
| Rating (1 to 5 stars) | This home | Philadelphia County median | Pennsylvania median | US average (CMS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Health inspection rating | 2 | 2.0 | 3.0 | 2.8 |
| Staffing rating | 3 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 2.9 |
| Quality measure rating | 3 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 3.6 |
A median is the middle value of the homes in the group: 46 homes in the county, 656 homes in the state. What the CMS star ratings measure
Citations by survey cycle
CMS keeps the last three cycles, and cycle 1 is the latest. A cycle has one standard survey. Citations from complaint and infection control inspections go into cycles of 12 months.
| Survey cycle | Standard survey | Citations | Pennsylvania median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (latest) | 29 May 2026 | 6 | 8 |
| Cycle 2 | 5 Jun 2025 | 12 | 8 |
| Cycle 3 | No date | 12 | 8 |
Health citations
The record of one deficiency in an inspection. One inspection can give many citations.
Scope and severity. A letter from A to L on each citation. Scope is the number of residents that the deficiency affected. Severity is the level of harm.
| Severity | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
|---|---|---|---|
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | K0 | L0 | |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | G0 | H0 | I0 |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | |||
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A0 | B0 |
Survey cycle 1 (latest): 6 citations
Standard survey of this cycle: .
| Survey date | F-tag | Requirement (CMS text) | Scope and severity | Survey type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 May 2026 | F0803 | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. | E | Standard survey | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 29 May 2026 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 29 May 2026 | F0838 | Conduct 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. | C | Standard survey | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 6 Nov 2025 | F0655 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted | D | Complaint investigation | 20 Nov 2025 |
| 6 Nov 2025 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 Nov 2025 |
| 23 Sep 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Complaint investigation | 10 Dec 2025 |
Survey cycle 2: 12 citations
Standard survey of this cycle: .
| Survey date | F-tag | Requirement (CMS text) | Scope and severity | Survey type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Jul 2025 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | E | Complaint investigation | 6 Aug 2025 |
| 5 Jun 2025 | F0559 | Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2025 |
| 5 Jun 2025 | F0584 | Honor 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. | E | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2025 |
| 5 Jun 2025 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2025 |
| 5 Jun 2025 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | E | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2025 |
| 5 Jun 2025 | F0803 | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. | F | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2025 |
| 5 Jun 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2025 |
| 5 Jun 2025 | F0814 | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2025 |
| 5 Jun 2025 | F0947 | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. | E | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2025 |
| 13 Mar 2025 | F0691 | Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services. | D | Complaint investigation | 27 Mar 2025 |
| 3 Dec 2024 | F0908 | Keep all essential equipment working safely. | D | Complaint investigation | 18 Dec 2024 |
| 19 Aug 2024 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | E | Complaint investigation | 17 Sep 2024 |
Survey cycle 3: 12 citations
The CMS provider file has no standard survey date for this cycle.
| Survey date | F-tag | Requirement (CMS text) | Scope and severity | Survey type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Sep 2024 | F0585 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 12 Sep 2024 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Standard survey | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 12 Sep 2024 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 12 Sep 2024 | F0698 | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. | D | Standard survey | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 12 Sep 2024 | F0730 | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. | D | Standard survey | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 12 Sep 2024 | F0732 | Post nurse staffing information every day. | D | Standard survey | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 12 Sep 2024 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | D | Standard survey | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 12 Sep 2024 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 12 Sep 2024 | F0814 | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | D | Standard survey | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 12 Sep 2024 | F0919 | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. | D | Standard survey | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 4 Aug 2023 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | J | Complaint investigation | 25 Aug 2023 |
| 4 Aug 2023 | F0835 | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. | D | Complaint investigation | 25 Aug 2023 |
The requirement text is the CMS summary of the F-tag. It is not the report of the surveyor. How to read an inspection report
Penalties
A fine, or a payment denial: a period in which Medicare or Medicaid does not pay for new admissions. The CMS penalties file holds three years.
CMS lists no fine and no payment denial for this home in its penalties file.
Staffing
Hours per resident per day. The nurse hours for one resident on an average day. CMS calculates the figure from the hours that the home reports for a quarter.
| Staff | This home | Pennsylvania median | Pennsylvania average (CMS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nurse staff | 3.64 | 3.60 | 3.89 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.60 | 0.70 | 0.79 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 1.01 | 0.91 | |
| Nurse aides | 2.03 | 2.19 | |
| All nurse staff, weekends | 3.37 | 3.30 | 3.53 |
- Nurse staff turnover in a year
- 51.4%
- Nurse staff turnover, Pennsylvania median
- 44.3%
- RN turnover in a year
- 52.4%
- Administrators who left in a year
- 2
Homes report the hours to CMS in the Payroll-Based Journal.
Quality measures
A figure that CMS calculates from the assessments of residents. One example is the percentage of long-stay residents with a fall and a major injury.
| Measure (CMS text) | Residents | This home | Pennsylvania median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 14.7% | 15.9% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 2.3% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.0% | 1.1% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 2.8% | 2.9% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 4.2% | 1.0% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 14.3% | 16.1% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 4.2% | 4.5% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 13.7% | 17.2% | 13.4% |
For each measure in this table, CMS gives more points in the quality measure rating for a lower percentage. The site calculates the medians from the CMS file. What the CMS star ratings measure
Ownership
An organisation in the CMS ownership file. CMS records its role, for example an ownership interest, operational or managerial control, or a mortgage interest.
- Ownership type
- For-profit, limited liability company
- Legal business name
- Laurel Square Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, LLC
- Chain
- Nationwide Healthcare Services (7 homes in the CMS chain file)
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nationwide Healthcare Services | Operational/managerial control | 8 Oct 2015 |
The site shows organisations only. It does not show the names of persons.
Other homes in Philadelphia County
| Nursing home | City | Overall rating | Citations, latest cycle | Fines | Last standard survey | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia Protestant Home | Philadelphia | 5 of 5 | 0 | $0 | 13 May 2026 | |
| Willowcrest | Philadelphia | 5 of 5 | 6 | $0 | 5 Jan 2026 | |
| Willow Terrace | Philadelphia | 1 of 5 | 30 | $9,113 | 31 Jan 2025 | |
| Maplewood Nursing and Rehab Center | Philadelphia | 3 of 5 | 9 | $76,483 | 28 Aug 2025 | |
| Caring Heart Rehabilitation and Nursing Center | Philadelphia | 2 of 5 | 16 | $24,675 | 12 Jun 2025 | |
| Pennypack Rehab and Care Center | Philadelphia | 4 of 5 | 5 | $0 | 22 May 2026 | |
| Liberty Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing | Philadelphia | 2 of 5 | 12 | $8,827 | 14 May 2026 | |
| Germantown Home | Philadelphia | 3 of 5 | 7 | $0 | 1 Aug 2025 | |
| Wesley Enhanced Living at Stapeley | Philadelphia | 3 of 5 | 4 | $8,824 | 7 May 2026 | |
| Cliveden Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | Philadelphia | 2 of 5 | 24 | $0 | 13 Jun 2025 | |
| Ivy Hill Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation LLC | Philadelphia | 3 of 5 | 12 | $0 | 12 Mar 2026 | |
| Lafayette-Redeemer, The | Philadelphia | 5 of 5 | 0 | $0 | 14 Feb 2025 |
Official channels
- Care Compare record of this nursing homeMedicare.gov. The official CMS record of this home.
- Contact information for State Survey AgenciesCMS. The web address and the telephone number of the State Survey Agency of each state. These agencies investigate complaints about nursing homes.
- Filing a complaintMedicare.gov. The page names the State Survey Agency as the place for a complaint about nursing home care or facility conditions.
- Eldercare LocatorAdministration for Community Living. A public service that connects older adults and their families to local services. Telephone: 1-800-677-1116.
Cite this page
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare. Record of Laurel Square Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center (CCN 395535). Data processed 1 Aug 2026. Elder Care Record, https://eldercarerecord.com/facility/laurel-square-healthcare-and-rehabilitation-center-philadelphia-pa-395535/
Provenance
- Licence
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Questions
- When was Laurel Square Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center last inspected?
- The latest inspection with a citation in the CMS record was on 29 May 2026. It was a standard survey. It gave 3 citations. The standard survey before the last one was on 5 Jun 2025.
- Who operates Laurel Square Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center?
- The CMS record gives the ownership type as for-profit, limited liability company. CMS lists the home in the chain Nationwide Healthcare Services. The CMS ownership file names Nationwide Healthcare Services for operational or managerial control. This site does not show the names of persons.
- Is Laurel Square Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center a Special Focus Facility?
- No. The CMS provider file lists no Special Focus status for this home. CMS lists 4 homes in Pennsylvania as Special Focus Facilities and 20 as candidates.
- Where does the data on this page come from?
- The data comes from the CMS Care Compare files for nursing homes. CMS processed the files on 1 Aug 2026. The Care Compare record on Medicare.gov is the official record of the home.