Susquehanna Health and Wellness CenterCMS ratings, inspections and fines
- Address
- 745 Old Chickies Hill Road, Columbia, PA 17512
- CCN
- 395400
- Ownership type
- For-profit, limited liability company
- Certified beds
- 173
- Chain
- None in the CMS record
- Residents per day
- 166
- CMS flags
- None in the CMS record
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CMS gives Susquehanna Health and Wellness Center an overall rating of 3 of 5 stars. The last standard survey was on 17 Jun 2026. The latest survey cycle has 10 health citations. The median for nursing homes in Pennsylvania is 8. CMS lists 9 fines with a total of $105,688 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 | Lancaster County median | Pennsylvania median | US average (CMS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3 | 5.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Health inspection rating | 3 | 4.0 | 3.0 | 2.8 |
| Staffing rating | 3 | 4.0 | 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: 31 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) | 17 Jun 2026 | 10 | 8 |
| Cycle 2 | 25 Jul 2025 | 8 | 8 |
| Cycle 3 | No date | 19 | 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 | J0 | K0 | L0 |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | H0 | I0 | |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | F0 | ||
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A0 | B0 | C0 |
Survey cycle 1 (latest): 10 citations
Standard survey of this cycle: .
| Survey date | F-tag | Requirement (CMS text) | Scope and severity | Survey type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Jun 2026 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Standard survey | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 17 Jun 2026 | F0628 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. | D | Standard survey | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 17 Jun 2026 | F0636 | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. | D | Standard survey | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 17 Jun 2026 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 17 Jun 2026 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 17 Jun 2026 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | D | Standard survey | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 17 Jun 2026 | F0761 | Ensure 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. | D | Standard survey | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 17 Jun 2026 | F0791 | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. | D | Standard survey | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 17 Jun 2026 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | D | Standard survey | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 31 Mar 2026 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | G | Complaint investigation | Past Non-Compliance |
Survey cycle 2: 8 citations
Standard survey of this cycle: .
| Survey date | F-tag | Requirement (CMS text) | Scope and severity | Survey type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Jul 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 | 11 Sep 2025 |
| 25 Jul 2025 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | D | Standard survey | 11 Sep 2025 |
| 25 Jul 2025 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Standard survey | 11 Sep 2025 |
| 25 Jul 2025 | F0725 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | D | Standard survey | 11 Sep 2025 |
| 25 Jul 2025 | F0730 | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. | E | Standard survey | 11 Sep 2025 |
| 25 Jul 2025 | F0761 | Ensure 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. | D | Standard survey | 11 Sep 2025 |
| 25 Jul 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 11 Sep 2025 |
| 5 Mar 2025 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Complaint investigation | 30 Apr 2025 |
Survey cycle 3: 19 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug 2024 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Standard survey | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 22 Aug 2024 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Standard survey | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 22 Aug 2024 | 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 | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 22 Aug 2024 | F0623 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | E | Standard survey | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 22 Aug 2024 | F0636 | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. | D | Standard survey | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 22 Aug 2024 | F0638 | Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. | D | Standard survey | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 22 Aug 2024 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | E | Standard survey | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 22 Aug 2024 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | E | Standard survey | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 22 Aug 2024 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | E | Standard survey | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 22 Aug 2024 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | E | Standard survey | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 22 Aug 2024 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Standard survey | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 22 Aug 2024 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Standard survey | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 22 Aug 2024 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | E | Standard survey | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 22 Aug 2024 | F0761 | Ensure 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. | D | Standard survey | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 22 Aug 2024 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | E | Standard survey | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 22 Aug 2024 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 22 Aug 2024 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | E | Complaint investigation | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 22 Aug 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 9 Oct 2024 |
| 23 Aug 2023 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Complaint investigation | 2 Oct 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.
| Date | Type | Fine | Days without payment |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Mar 2024 | Fine | $48,731 | |
| 20 Feb 2024 | Fine | $4,893 | |
| 30 Jan 2024 | Fine | $14,679 | |
| 8 Jan 2024 | Fine | $4,893 | |
| 2 Jan 2024 | Fine | $4,545 | |
| 11 Dec 2023 | Fine | $4,892 | |
| 20 Nov 2023 | Fine | $4,634 | |
| 13 Nov 2023 | Fine | $4,643 | |
| 23 Oct 2023 | Fine | $13,778 |
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 | 3.03 | 3.60 | 3.89 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.44 | 0.70 | 0.79 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.76 | 0.91 | |
| Nurse aides | 1.83 | 2.19 | |
| All nurse staff, weekends | 2.78 | 3.30 | 3.53 |
- Nurse staff turnover in a year
- 47.7%
- Nurse staff turnover, Pennsylvania median
- 44.3%
- RN turnover in a year
- 30.0%
- Administrators who left in a year
- 0
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 | 12.2% | 15.9% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 1.2% | 1.1% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 2.5% | 2.9% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 0.8% | 1.0% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 15.1% | 16.1% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 4.3% | 4.5% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 26.8% | 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
- Setting
- Continuing care retirement community
- Legal business name
- Susquehanna Rehabilitation & Wellness Center LLC
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| SNHHC LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 9 Apr 2021 |
The site shows organisations only. It does not show the names of persons.
Other homes in Lancaster County
| Nursing home | City | Overall rating | Citations, latest cycle | Fines | Last standard survey | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anne's Retirement Community | Columbia | 5 of 5 | 3 | $0 | 24 Dec 2025 | |
| Elizabethtown Nursing and Rehabilitation | Elizabethtown | 2 of 5 | 10 | $0 | 18 Jun 2025 | |
| Homestead Village, Inc | Lancaster | 5 of 5 | 2 | $12,735 | 5 Mar 2026 | |
| Masonic Village at Elizabethtown | Elizabethtown | 5 of 5 | 2 | $0 | 23 Jan 2026 | |
| Trillium Place | Lancaster | 5 of 5 | 1 | $0 | 26 Nov 2024 | |
| Emerald Nursing and Rehabilitation | Elizabethtown | 2 of 5 | 13 | $144,615 | 1 May 2026 | |
| Abbeyville Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Cent | Lancaster | 3 of 5 | 11 | $0 | 2 Apr 2026 | |
| Hamilton Arms Center | Lancaster | 3 of 5 | 7 | $9,009 | 26 Sep 2025 | |
| Rose City Nursing and Rehab at Lancaster | Lancaster | 2 of 5 | 17 | $128,792 | 20 May 2026 | |
| Mt Hope Nazarene Retirement Community | Manheim | 5 of 5 | 2 | $0 | 5 Sep 2024 | |
| Neffsville Nursing and Rehabilitation | Lancaster | 1 of 5 | 12 | $9,516 | 15 Nov 2024 | |
| Brethren Village | Lancaster | 3 of 5 | 3 | $0 | 30 Jan 2026 |
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 Susquehanna Health and Wellness Center (CCN 395400). Data processed 1 Aug 2026. Elder Care Record, https://eldercarerecord.com/facility/susquehanna-health-and-wellness-center-columbia-pa-395400/
Provenance
- Licence
- US government work, public domain
- CMS processed the data on
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Questions
- When was Susquehanna Health and Wellness Center last inspected?
- The latest inspection with a citation in the CMS record was on 17 Jun 2026. It was a standard survey. It gave 9 citations. The standard survey before the last one was on 25 Jul 2025.
- Who operates Susquehanna Health and Wellness Center?
- The CMS record gives the ownership type as for-profit, limited liability company. CMS lists no chain for the home. The CMS ownership file names no organisation for operational or managerial control. This site does not show the names of persons.
- Is Susquehanna Health and Wellness 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.