Squirrel Hill Wellness and Rehabilitation Center
2025 Wightman Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Squirrel Hill Wellness and Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home in Pittsburgh, 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 inspectionFebruary 14, 2025 (1 year ago)
- Health citations since March 6, 2023108 (Pennsylvania average 31)
- Fines in the past three years3, $200,717 in total
- CMS flagsSpecial Focus Facility candidate, CMS abuse icon
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CMS flags
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
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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 28, 2026
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Health inspection on July 31, 2026
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0686. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 12, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0686 3 times since 2023.
CMS update of July 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Health inspection on June 9, 2026
4 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
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 July 3, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0812 4 times since 2023.
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 July 3, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0842 3 times since 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 July 3, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0584 6 times since 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 July 3, 2026.
Health inspection on April 21, 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 May 6, 2026.
Health inspection on April 8, 2026
4 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0801. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 29, 2026.
Citation F0804. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 29, 2026.
Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
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 April 29, 2026.
Citation F0908. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 29, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0908 2 times since 2023.
CMS update of March 25, 2026
CMS abuse icon
CMS added its abuse icon to this home.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall 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 5 of 5.
Health inspection on January 8, 2026
5 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0602. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 3, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0602 2 times since 2023.
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 February 3, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0609 3 times since 2023.
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 February 3, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0610 4 times since 2024.
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 February 3, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0880 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0842. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
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 3, 2026.
CMS update of December 15, 2025
Fine
CMS changed the fine from February 12, 2024 from $78,834 to $81,760.
Health inspection on December 5, 2025
4 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0585. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 December 30, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0585 4 times since 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 30, 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 December 30, 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 December 30, 2025.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Staffing
Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 2.7 to 1.8 hours per resident per day.
Health inspection on October 7, 2025
1 citationCMS 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.
CMS fine of $15,935 on October 7, 2025.
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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 has cited this home for F0689 2 times since 2024.
CMS update of June 25, 2025
CMS abuse icon
CMS removed its abuse icon from this home.
Health inspection on May 20, 2025
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0925. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 13, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0925 2 times since 2024.
CMS update of April 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Fine
CMS changed the fine from April 23, 2024 from $158,495 to $103,022.
Health inspection on February 14, 2025
28 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0577. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 28, 2025.
Citation F0947. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
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 March 28, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0947 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0578. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 March 28, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0578 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0582. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 28, 2025.
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 March 28, 2025.
Citation F0636. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 28, 2025.
Citation F0638. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 28, 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 March 28, 2025.
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 March 28, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0679 2 times since 2023.
Citation F0680. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 28, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0680 2 times since 2023.
Citation F0868. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
CMS lists it as corrected on March 28, 2025.
Citation F0940. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 28, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0940 2 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 March 28, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0941 2 times since 2024.
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 March 28, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0942 2 times since 2024.
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 March 28, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0943 2 times since 2024.
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 March 28, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0944 2 times since 2024.
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 March 28, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0945 2 times since 2024.
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 March 28, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0949 2 times since 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 28, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0550 3 times since 2023.
Citation F0565. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
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 March 28, 2025.
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 28, 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 March 28, 2025.
Citation F0693. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 28, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0693 2 times since 2024.
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 March 28, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0698 2 times since 2023.
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 March 28, 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 March 28, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0730 2 times since 2024.
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 March 28, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0756 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0842. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
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 March 28, 2025.
Fire safety inspection on February 14, 2025
17 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation E0029. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop a communication plan.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.
Citation E0036. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish emergency prep training and testing.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.
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 March 21, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0345 2 times since 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 21, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0353 2 times since 2023.
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 March 21, 2025.
Citation K0918. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0918 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0311. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.
Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0363 3 times since 2023.
Citation K0374. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.
Citation K0324. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.
Citation K0911. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.
Citation E0004. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.
Citation E0006. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.
Citation E0007. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.
Citation E0030. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.
Citation E0037. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.
Citation K0920. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0920 2 times since 2023.
CMS update of December 20, 2024
Fine
CMS changed the fine from February 12, 2024 from $77,275 to $78,834.
Health inspection on December 19, 2024
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0623. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
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 January 10, 2025.
CMS update of October 30, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Health inspection on September 24, 2024
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint 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 October 31, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0677 3 times since 2023.
CMS update of August 29, 2024
Fine
CMS changed the fine from February 12, 2024 from $118,885 to $77,275.
CMS update of July 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Special Focus Facility
CMS now lists this home as a Special Focus Facility candidate.
CMS update of June 26, 2024
Special Focus Facility
CMS no longer lists this home as a Special Focus Facility candidate.
CMS update of May 29, 2024
Special Focus Facility
CMS now lists this home as a Special Focus Facility candidate.
Health inspection on May 7, 2024
3 citationsCMS 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.
66 of 656 Pennsylvania homes (10%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2024.
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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.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 17, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0600 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0609. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, 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 May 17, 2024.
Citation F0865. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 17, 2024.
CMS update of April 25, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Health inspection on April 23, 2024
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
CMS fine of $103,022 on April 23, 2024.
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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 May 30, 2024.
CMS update of March 28, 2024
Ownership
CMS lists this home under a new chain.
CMS update of February 29, 2024
Ownership
CMS lists this home under a new chain.
Health inspection on February 12, 2024
33 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
116 of 656 Pennsylvania homes (18%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2024.
CMS fine of $81,760 on February 12, 2024.
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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.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 4, 2024.
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 April 4, 2024.
Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
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 April 4, 2024.
Citation F0880. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 4, 2024.
Citation F0881. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 4, 2024.
Citation F0925. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 4, 2024.
Citation F0947. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
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 April 4, 2024.
Citation F0578. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 April 4, 2024.
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 April 4, 2024.
Citation F0585. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 April 4, 2024.
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 April 4, 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 April 4, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0684 2 times since 2023.
Citation F0686. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 4, 2024.
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 4, 2024.
Citation F0756. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 April 4, 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 April 4, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0761 2 times since 2023.
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 April 4, 2024.
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 April 4, 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 April 4, 2024.
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 April 4, 2024.
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 April 4, 2024.
Citation F0693. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 4, 2024.
Citation F0742. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 4, 2024.
Citation F0758. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 4, 2024.
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 April 4, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0760 2 times since 2023.
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 April 4, 2024.
Citation F0730. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 4, 2024.
Citation F0940. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 4, 2024.
Citation F0941. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
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 April 4, 2024.
Citation F0944. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
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 April 4, 2024.
Citation F0946. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide training in compliance and ethics.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 4, 2024.
Citation F0949. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
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 April 4, 2024.
Citation F0942. Severity B: potential for 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 April 4, 2024.
Fire safety inspection on February 12, 2024
3 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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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 March 21, 2024.
Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2024.
Citation K0918. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2024.
CMS update of January 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Special Focus Facility
CMS no longer lists this home as a Special Focus Facility candidate.
CMS update of December 21, 2023
Fine
CMS changed the fine from January 19, 2023 from $23,970 to $15,581.
Health inspection on November 15, 2023
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0655. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
CMS lists it as corrected on November 29, 2023.
Health inspection on October 12, 2023
2 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0656. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 November 29, 2023.
CMS has cited this home for F0656 2 times since 2023.
Citation F0698. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 29, 2023.
Health inspection on March 6, 2023
17 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation F0680. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 19, 2023.
Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
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 April 19, 2023.
Citation F0576. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 19, 2023.
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 April 19, 2023.
Citation F0585. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 April 19, 2023.
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 April 19, 2023.
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 April 19, 2023.
Citation F0759. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 19, 2023.
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 April 19, 2023.
Citation F0908. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 19, 2023.
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 April 19, 2023.
Citation F0602. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 19, 2023.
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 19, 2023.
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 April 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 April 19, 2023.
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 April 19, 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 April 19, 2023.
Fire safety inspection on March 6, 2023
6 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0353. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2023.
Citation K0211. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2023.
Citation K0293. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2023.
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 April 11, 2023.
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 April 11, 2023.
Citation K0363. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 11, 2023.
CMS star ratings
- 1 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 1 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 1 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 4 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (412) 421-8443
- Last standard health inspection
- February 14, 2025 (1 year ago)
- Certified beds
- 178
- Residents per day, on average
- 107.9
- Ownership type
- For profit - Corporation
- Legal business name
- Sh Operator LLC
- Chain
- Pollak Holdings
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
More health citations than the Pennsylvania average (108 vs 31).
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- POLLAK, ELIE5% or greater direct ownership interest · 50% · since 01/20/2021
- POLLAK, THEODORE5% or greater direct ownership interest · 50% · since 01/20/2021
- 5151 FINANCIAL INC.Operational/managerial control · not applicable · since 05/01/2026
- BRADLEY, JENNIFEROperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/20/2021
- FLANAGAN, MICHAELOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 12/09/2024
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- WEINFELD, AVRUMOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 05/01/2026
- WISENOR, CHELSEOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 07/01/2026
Questions
When was Squirrel Hill Wellness and Rehabilitation Center last inspected?
CMS lists February 14, 2025 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Squirrel Hill Wellness and Rehabilitation Center have?
CMS lists 108 health citations since March 6, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Squirrel Hill Wellness and Rehabilitation Center been fined?
CMS lists 3 fines in the past three years, $200,717 in total.
What is the CMS star rating of Squirrel Hill Wellness and Rehabilitation Center?
Its CMS overall star rating is 1 of 5.
Is Squirrel Hill Wellness and Rehabilitation Center a Special Focus Facility?
Yes. CMS lists it as a Special Focus Facility candidate.