Hamilton Arms Center
336 South West End Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17603
Hamilton Arms Center is a nursing home in Lancaster, 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.
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.
CMS star ratings
- 2 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 2 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 2 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 3 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (717) 393-0419
- Last standard health inspection
- September 26, 2025 (1 year ago)
- Certified beds
- 94
- Residents per day, on average
- 91.9
- Ownership type
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Legal business name
- Hamilton Arms Center Opco LLC
- Chain
- Not listed by CMS
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
Fewer health citations than the Pennsylvania average (23 vs 31).
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 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of October 8, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS abuse icon
CMS added its abuse icon to this home.
1 citation
Health inspection on July 20, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
113 of 656 Pennsylvania homes (17%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2026.
Citation F0600. Severity G: actual 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.
Fine
July 20, 2026 (3 months ago)
CMS fine of $14,380 on July 20, 2026.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
2 citations
Health inspection on February 25, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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 31, 2026.
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 March 31, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0684 4 times since 2023.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0100 from the fire safety inspection on September 17, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0161 from the fire safety inspection on September 17, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0211 from the fire safety inspection on September 17, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0324 from the fire safety inspection on September 17, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0353 from the fire safety inspection on September 17, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0363 from the fire safety inspection on September 17, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0712 from the fire safety inspection on September 17, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0761 from the fire safety inspection on September 17, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0900 from the fire safety inspection on September 17, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0915 from the fire safety inspection on September 17, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0918 from the fire safety inspection on September 17, 2024.
Fire safety citation
CMS removed citation K0920 from the fire safety inspection on September 17, 2024.
5 citations
Health inspection on September 26, 2025
CMS lists this as a standard 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.
Citation F0689. Severity G: actual 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 November 11, 2025.
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 November 11, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0641 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 November 11, 2025.
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 November 11, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0761 2 times since 2023.
Citation F0812. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 11, 2025.
Fine
September 26, 2025 (1 year ago)
CMS fine of $13,065 on September 26, 2025.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on June 5, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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 July 2, 2025.
CMS update of April 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
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 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
CMS update of October 30, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
7 citations
Health inspection on September 6, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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 October 23, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0880 2 times since 2023.
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 October 23, 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 October 23, 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 October 23, 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 October 23, 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 October 23, 2024.
Citation F0790. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 23, 2024.
CMS update of August 29, 2024
Fine
CMS changed the fine from January 8, 2024 from $2,634 to $2,659.
CMS update of July 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from December 11, 2023 from $4,194 to $4,233.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from January 2, 2024 from $2,098 to $2,117.
1 citation
Health inspection on July 15, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0624. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 26, 2024.
CMS update of January 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
Fine
January 8, 2024 (2 years ago)
CMS fine of $2,659 on January 8, 2024.
Fine
January 2, 2024 (2 years ago)
CMS fine of $2,117 on January 2, 2024.
Fine
December 11, 2023 (2 years ago)
CMS fine of $4,233 on December 11, 2023.
6 citations
Health inspection on October 6, 2023
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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 November 29, 2023.
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 November 29, 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 November 29, 2023.
Citation F0726. Severity D: potential for more than minimal 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 November 29, 2023.
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 November 29, 2023.
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 November 29, 2023.
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- HACHC LLC5% or greater direct ownership interest · 100% · since 05/01/2021
- SMR 2021 FAMILY TRUST5% or greater indirect ownership interest · 100% · since 05/01/2021
- MANDEL, AVITALOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 05/01/2021
- O'LEARY, DONNAOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 05/01/2021
Questions
When was Hamilton Arms Center last inspected?
CMS lists September 26, 2025 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Hamilton Arms Center have?
CMS lists 23 health citations since October 6, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Hamilton Arms Center been fined?
CMS lists 5 fines in the past three years, $36,454 in total.
What is the CMS star rating of Hamilton Arms Center?
Its CMS overall star rating is 2 of 5.
Is Hamilton Arms Center a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.