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Aristacare at Meadow Springs

845 Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462

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Aristacare at Meadow Springs is a nursing home in Plymouth Meeting, 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

This page uses data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), published on October 28, 2026. CMS updates its data about once a month.

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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.

  1. CMS update of October 28, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  2. Health inspection on May 27, 2026

    1 citation

    CMS 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 15, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0600 2 times since 2026.

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  3. CMS update of May 27, 2026

    • Health citation

      CMS removed citation F0725 from the health inspection on February 12, 2026.

    • Health citation

      CMS removed citation F0809 from the health inspection on February 12, 2026.

  4. CMS update of April 29, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • CMS abuse icon

      CMS added its abuse icon to this home.

  5. Health inspection on March 19, 2026

    2 citations

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 15, 2026.

    • 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 April 15, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0655 2 times since 2025.

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  6. Health inspection on February 12, 2026

    12 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard 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 F0600. Severity K: immediate jeopardy, pattern.

      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 25, 2026.

    • Citation F0880. Severity K: immediate jeopardy, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 25, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0880 2 times since 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 March 25, 2026.

    • 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 25, 2026.

    • Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 25, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0656 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 March 25, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0689 2 times since 2024.

    • 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 March 25, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0690 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0804. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 25, 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 March 25, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0835 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0887. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 25, 2026.

    • Citation F0908. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Keep all essential equipment working safely.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 25, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0908 2 times since 2025.

    • Citation F0925. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      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 March 25, 2026.

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  7. Fire safety inspection on February 12, 2026

    2 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • 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 April 1, 2026.

    • 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 April 1, 2026.

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  8. Health inspection on November 17, 2025

    1 citation

    CMS 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 18, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0684 2 times since 2024.

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  9. Health inspection on September 3, 2025

    1 citation

    CMS 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 October 15, 2025.

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  10. CMS update of July 30, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Health citation

      CMS removed citation F0625 from the health inspection on February 27, 2025.

    • Health citation

      CMS removed citation F0758 from the health inspection on February 27, 2025.

  11. CMS update of April 30, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.

  12. Health inspection on February 27, 2025

    7 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation F0625. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      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 April 1, 2025.

    • 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 1, 2025.

    • Citation F0688. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 1, 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 April 1, 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 April 1, 2025.

    • 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 1, 2025.

    • Citation F0908. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Keep all essential equipment working safely.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 1, 2025.

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  13. Fire safety inspection on February 27, 2025

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • 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 April 1, 2025.

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  14. Health inspection on January 23, 2025

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • 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 March 4, 2025.

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  15. Health inspection on November 14, 2024

    3 citations

    CMS 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 17, 2024.

    • Citation F0770. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 17, 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 December 17, 2024.

      CMS has cited this home for F0842 2 times since 2024.

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  16. CMS update of September 26, 2024

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from April 19, 2024 from $11,185 to $17,664.

  17. Health inspection on September 19, 2024

    3 citations

    CMS 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 October 22, 2024.

    • Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

      CMS lists it as corrected on October 22, 2024.

      CMS has cited this home for F0686 2 times since 2024.

    • 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 October 22, 2024.

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  18. CMS update of July 31, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

  19. Health inspection on April 19, 2024

    6 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard 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.

    66 of 656 Pennsylvania homes (10%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2024.

    CMS fine of $17,664 on April 19, 2024.

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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 May 28, 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 May 28, 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 May 28, 2024.

    • 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 May 28, 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 May 28, 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 May 28, 2024.

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CMS star ratings

Facts from CMS

Phone
(610) 279-7300
Last standard health inspection
February 12, 2026 (8 months ago)
Certified beds
153
Residents per day, on average
143.2
Ownership type
For profit - Partnership
Legal business name
Plymouth Healthcare Associates, LLC
Chain
Aristacare
Takes part in
Medicare and Medicaid

More health citations than the Pennsylvania average (37 vs 31).

Owners and managers

CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.

Questions

When was Aristacare at Meadow Springs last inspected?

CMS lists February 12, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.

How many citations (violations) does Aristacare at Meadow Springs have?

CMS lists 37 health citations since April 19, 2024. CMS also calls these deficiencies.

Has Aristacare at Meadow Springs been fined?

CMS lists 1 fine in the past three years, $17,664 in total.

What is the CMS star rating of Aristacare at Meadow Springs?

Its CMS overall star rating is 1 of 5.

Is Aristacare at Meadow Springs a Special Focus Facility?

No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.

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