Armstrong Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
265 South McKean Street, Kittanning, PA 16201
Armstrong Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a nursing home in Kittanning, 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 of 5
- Last standard health inspectionDecember 12, 2025 (10 months ago)
- Health citations since January 5, 2024114 (Pennsylvania average 31)
- Fines in the past three years4, $37,899 in total
- CMS flagsSpecial Focus Facility candidate, CMS abuse icon
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Special Focus Facility candidate
CMS puts a small number of homes in this program. CMS inspects them more often until they meet the program's exit rules.
CMS abuse icon
CMS adds this icon when it cites a home for abuse that hurt a resident in the past year. It also adds it when it cites a home for abuse that could have hurt someone, in each of the past two years.
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 28, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of October 8, 2026
Fine
CMS changed the fine from February 25, 2026 from $11,550 to $18,688.
Health inspection on August 5, 2026
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0919. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 31, 2026.
CMS update of July 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS abuse icon
CMS added its abuse icon to this home.
Health inspection on July 17, 2026
3 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity L 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 F0689. Severity L: immediate jeopardy, widespread.
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 17, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0689 5 times since 2024.
Citation F0712. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 17, 2026.
Citation F0835. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 17, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0835 2 times since 2026.
CMS update of June 24, 2026
Fine
CMS changed the fine from June 10, 2025 from $8,818 to $8,978.
Health inspection on June 11, 2026
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0584. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 June 30, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0584 6 times since 2024.
Health inspection on June 9, 2026
3 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
CMS fine of $1,415 on June 9, 2026.
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Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, 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.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 8, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0600 5 times since 2024.
Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 8, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0610 3 times since 2024.
Citation F0657. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 8, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0657 3 times since 2024.
CMS update of May 27, 2026
Special Focus Facility
CMS now lists this home as a Special Focus Facility candidate.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from June 10, 2025 from $8,672 to $8,818.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from June 10, 2025 from $8,673 to $8,818.
Health inspection on April 20, 2026
2 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0584. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 May 7, 2026.
Citation F0627. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 7, 2026.
Health inspection on March 25, 2026
3 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity K 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 F0689. Severity K: immediate jeopardy, pattern.
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 April 27, 2026.
Citation F0727. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 27, 2026.
Citation F0835. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 27, 2026.
CMS update of March 25, 2026
Special Focus Facility
CMS no longer lists this home as a Special Focus Facility candidate.
CMS abuse icon
CMS removed its abuse icon from this home.
Health inspection on March 18, 2026
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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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 April 27, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0684 6 times since 2024.
Health inspection on February 25, 2026
3 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
CMS fine of $18,688 on February 25, 2026.
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Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, 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.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 6, 2026.
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 April 6, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0609 3 times since 2024.
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 April 6, 2026.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Special Focus Facility
CMS now lists this home as a Special Focus Facility candidate.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from June 10, 2025 from $13,342 to $8,672.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from June 10, 2025 from $13,343 to $8,673.
CMS update of December 15, 2025
Special Focus Facility
CMS no longer lists this home as a Special Focus Facility candidate.
Health inspection on December 12, 2025
22 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation F0730. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0730 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0761 4 times since 2024.
Citation F0836. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2026.
Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0880 4 times since 2024.
Citation F0941. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program that includes effective communications for direct care staff members.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2026.
Citation F0942. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that staff members are educated on resident rights and facility responsibilities to properly care for its residents.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2026.
Citation F0943. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2026.
Citation F0944. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2026.
Citation F0945. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Include as part of its infection prevention and control program, mandatory training that includes written standards, policies, and procedures for the program.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2026.
Citation F0946. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide training in compliance and ethics.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2026.
Citation F0947. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2026.
Citation F0949. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide behavior health training consistent with the requirements and as determined by a facility assessment.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2026.
Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0550 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0578. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0578 2 times since 2024.
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 January 31, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0656 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 January 31, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0686 2 times since 2025.
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 January 31, 2026.
Citation F0692. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2026.
Citation F0695. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0695 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0745. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2026.
Citation F0760. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0760 3 times since 2025.
Citation F0575. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0575 2 times since 2024.
Fire safety inspection on December 12, 2025
10 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0161. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Use approved construction type or materials.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 18, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0161 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0918. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0918 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0100. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet other general requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 18, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0100 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0225. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2026.
Citation K0753. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0753 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0920. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0920 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0923. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0923 2 times since 2024.
Citation E0036. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish emergency prep training and testing.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2026.
Citation E0039. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2026.
Citation K0211. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2026.
Health inspection on December 4, 2025
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, 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 December 3, 2025
2 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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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, 2025.
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, 2025.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Special Focus Facility
CMS now lists this home as a Special Focus Facility candidate.
CMS abuse icon
CMS added its abuse icon to this home.
Ownership
CMS ownership records list new owners for this home.
Health inspection on August 18, 2025
3 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0559. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 11, 2025.
Citation F0657. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 11, 2025.
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 September 11, 2025.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Health inspection on July 1, 2025
3 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
124 of 656 Pennsylvania homes (19%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2025.
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Citation F0726. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 24, 2025.
Citation F0760. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 24, 2025.
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 July 18, 2025.
Health inspection on June 10, 2025
5 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
CMS fine of $8,818 on June 10, 2025.
CMS fine of $8,978 on June 10, 2025.
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Citation F0677. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 July 27, 2025.
Citation F0725. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 27, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0725 3 times since 2024.
Citation F0584. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
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 July 27, 2025.
Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, 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.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 27, 2025.
Citation F0840. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Employ or obtain outside professional resources to provide services in the nursing home when the facility does not employ a qualified professional to furnish a required service.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 27, 2025.
Health inspection on March 5, 2025
2 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0725. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 7, 2025.
Citation F0584. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
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 April 7, 2025.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Health inspection on February 6, 2025
2 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0658. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 14, 2025.
Citation F0760. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 14, 2025.
Health inspection on December 20, 2024
36 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0565. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
Citation F0575. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
Citation F0579. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide information about how to apply for and use Medicare and Medicaid benefits.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
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 February 11, 2025.
Citation F0641. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0641 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0679. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
Citation F0684. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
Citation F0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
Citation F0842. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
Citation F0552. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
Citation F0558. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
Citation F0578. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
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 February 11, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0580 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0582. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0582 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0583. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
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 February 11, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0607 2 times since 2024.
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 February 11, 2025.
Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
Citation F0621. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Treat residents equally regarding transfer, discharge, and provision of services for all residents, regardless of payment source
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
Citation F0622. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
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 February 11, 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 February 11, 2025.
Citation F0691. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0691 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0695. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
Citation F0698. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
Citation F0699. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
Citation F0700. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
Citation F0711. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
Citation F0730. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
Citation F0755. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
Citation F0756. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
Citation F0773. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
Citation F0791. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
Citation F0825. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
Citation F0849. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 11, 2025.
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 February 11, 2025.
Fire safety inspection on December 20, 2024
12 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0761. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2025.
Citation K0100. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet other general requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 10, 2025.
Citation K0372. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2025.
Citation K0918. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2025.
Citation K0923. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2025.
Citation K0223. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2025.
Citation K0345. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 10, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0345 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0293. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2025.
Citation K0353. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0353 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0753. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2025.
Citation K0911. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2025.
Citation K0912. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 31, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0912 2 times since 2024.
Health inspection on November 19, 2024
3 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0584. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
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 16, 2024.
Citation F0657. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 16, 2024.
Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 16, 2024.
Health inspection on October 18, 2024
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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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 November 8, 2024.
Health inspection on September 24, 2024
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0725. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 25, 2024.
CMS update of July 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of March 28, 2024
Ownership
CMS lists this home under a new chain.
CMS update of February 29, 2024
Ownership
CMS no longer lists a chain for this home.
CMS update of January 31, 2024
Special Focus Facility
CMS no longer lists this home as a Special Focus Facility candidate.
Health inspection on January 10, 2024
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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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.
Health inspection on January 5, 2024
15 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation F0580. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 March 1, 2024.
Citation F0609. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 March 1, 2024.
Citation F0610. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 1, 2024.
Citation F0684. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 1, 2024.
Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 1, 2024.
Citation F0582. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 1, 2024.
Citation F0584. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
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 March 1, 2024.
Citation F0585. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 1, 2024.
Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, 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.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 1, 2024.
Citation F0637. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
CMS lists it as corrected on March 1, 2024.
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 March 1, 2024.
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 March 1, 2024.
Citation F0691. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 1, 2024.
Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 1, 2024.
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 March 1, 2024.
Fire safety inspection on January 5, 2024
10 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0161. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Use approved construction type or materials.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 30, 2024.
Citation K0291. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 22, 2024.
Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 22, 2024.
Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 30, 2024.
Citation K0355. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 22, 2024.
Citation K0324. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 22, 2024.
Citation K0912. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 22, 2024.
Citation K0712. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 22, 2024.
Citation K0920. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 22, 2024.
Citation E0041. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 22, 2024.
CMS star ratings
- 1 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 1 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 2 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 2 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (724) 548-2222
- Last standard health inspection
- December 12, 2025 (10 months ago)
- Certified beds
- 113
- Residents per day, on average
- 88.3
- Ownership type
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Legal business name
- Armstrong SNF Operator LLC
- Chain
- Pollak Holdings
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
More health citations than the Pennsylvania average (114 vs 31).
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- POLLAK HOLDINGS LLCDirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 05/28/2021
- POLLAK, ELIEIndirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 05/28/2021
- POLLAK, THEODOREIndirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 05/28/2021
- CARR, TARAOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2025
Questions
When was Armstrong Rehabilitation and Nursing Center last inspected?
CMS lists December 12, 2025 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Armstrong Rehabilitation and Nursing Center have?
CMS lists 114 health citations since January 5, 2024. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Armstrong Rehabilitation and Nursing Center been fined?
CMS lists 4 fines in the past three years, $37,899 in total.
What is the CMS star rating of Armstrong Rehabilitation and Nursing Center?
Its CMS overall star rating is 1 of 5.
Is Armstrong Rehabilitation and Nursing Center a Special Focus Facility?
Yes. CMS lists it as a Special Focus Facility candidate.