Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center*
2021 Westgate Drive, Bethlehem, PA 18017
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Follow this homeBethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.
At a glance
- CMS overall star rating1 / 5
- Last standard health inspectionSeptember 5, 2025 (1 year ago)
- Health citations since November 2, 202332 (Pennsylvania average 31)
- Fines in the past three years1, $27,378 in total
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* Care Compare shows this name shortened to “Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation”. The full name is from CMS’s Skilled Nursing Facility Enrollments records.
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Inspections, fines and changes
This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.
CMS update of October 8, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 / 5 to 1 / 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 / 5 to 2 / 5.
CMS abuse icon
CMS added its abuse icon to this home.
CMS update of July 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 / 5 to 2 / 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 / 5 to 1 / 5.
Health inspection on June 30, 2026
3 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0605. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 13, 2026.
Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 13, 2026.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 13, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0689 2 times since 2025.
Health inspection on June 9, 2026
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity J is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.
67 of 656 Pennsylvania homes (10%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2026.
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Citation F0600. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Health inspection on June 2, 2026
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 13, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0580 3 times since 2023.
Health inspection on April 29, 2026
2 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
CMS fine of $27,378 on April 29, 2026.
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Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 5, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0686 2 times since 2025.
Citation F0690. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 5, 2026.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 / 5 to 2 / 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 / 5 to 3 / 5.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 / 5 to 3 / 5.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 / 5 to 3 / 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 4 / 5 to 3 / 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 / 5 to 4 / 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 / 5 to 4 / 5.
Health inspection on September 5, 2025
8 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation F0607. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 14, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0607 2 times since 2023.
Citation F0695. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 14, 2025.
Citation F0554. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 14, 2025.
Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 14, 2025.
Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 14, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0677 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 14, 2025.
Citation F0688. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 14, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0688 3 times since 2023.
Citation F0628. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 14, 2025.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 / 5 to 3 / 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 / 5 to 3 / 5.
Health inspection on July 25, 2025
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 12, 2025.
Health inspection on July 1, 2025
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 23, 2025.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 / 5 to 4 / 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 / 5 to 4 / 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 / 5 to 2 / 5.
Health inspection on November 27, 2024
2 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 18, 2024.
Citation F0688. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 18, 2024.
CMS update of October 30, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 / 5 to 2 / 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 / 5 to 1 / 5.
Health inspection on July 26, 2024
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0623. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 20, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0623 2 times since 2023.
Health inspection on June 11, 2024
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0685. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 9, 2024.
CMS update of March 28, 2024
Changed ownership in the last 12 months
CMS no longer shows a change of ownership in the past 12 months.
CMS update of February 29, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 / 5 to 3 / 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 4 / 5 to 3 / 5.
CMS update of January 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 / 5 to 4 / 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 / 5 to 2 / 5.
Health inspection on November 2, 2023
11 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation F0623. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 19, 2023.
Citation F0625. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 19, 2023.
Citation F0688. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 19, 2023.
Citation F0697. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 19, 2023.
Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 19, 2023.
Citation F0607. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 19, 2023.
Citation F0641. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 19, 2023.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 19, 2023.
Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 19, 2023.
Citation F0584. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 19, 2023.
Citation F0814. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 19, 2023.
CMS star ratings
- 1 / 5CMS overall star rating
- 2 / 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 1 / 5CMS staffing star rating
- 3 / 5CMS quality measures star rating
Ratings over time
Compared with Pennsylvania and the US
Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center's overall rating is 1 / 5. It is 67% lower than the Pennsylvania average (3 / 5) and 67% lower than the US average (3.1 / 5).
- This home
- Pennsylvania average
- US average
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Health inspections
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| Rating | This home | Pennsylvania average | US average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 |
| Health inspections | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 |
| Staffing | 1 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 |
| Quality measures | 3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 |
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (610) 865-6077
- Last standard health inspection
- September 5, 2025 (1 year ago)
- Certified beds
- 227
- Residents per day, on average
- 192.5
- Ownership type
- For profit - Corporation
- Legal business name
- 2021 Westgate Drive Operations LLC
- Chain
- Genesis Healthcare
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
More health citations than the Pennsylvania average (32 vs 31).
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- GENESIS PM PA OPERATIONS LLC5% or greater direct ownership interest · 100% · since 11/14/2022
- FC-GEN OPERATIONS INVESTMENT LLC5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 11/14/2022
- GEN OPERATIONS I LLC5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 11/14/2022
- GEN OPERATIONS II LLC5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 11/14/2022
- GENESIS HEALTHCARE INC5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 11/14/2022
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- GENESIS HEALTHCARE LLC5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 11/14/2022
- GENESIS HOLDINGS LLC5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 11/14/2022
- GHC HOLDINGS LLC5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 11/14/2022
- SUN HEALTHCARE GROUP INC5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 11/14/2022
- WHITMAN, ARNOLD5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 06/01/2020
- AVERSA, THADDEUSOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 06/01/2023
- CALLAZO, NANCYOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 06/01/2023
Questions
When was Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center last inspected?
CMS lists September 5, 2025 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center have?
CMS lists 32 health citations since November 2, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center been fined?
CMS lists 1 fine in the past three years, $27,378 in total.
What is the CMS star rating of Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
Its CMS overall star rating is 1 / 5.
Is Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.