Southeastern Pennsylvania Veteran's Center
One Veterans Drive, Spring City, PA 19475
Southeastern Pennsylvania Veteran's Center is a nursing home in Spring City, 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 star ratings
- 5 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 3 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 5 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 5 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (610) 948-2400
- Last standard health inspection
- July 9, 2026 (4 months ago)
- Certified beds
- 238
- Residents per day, on average
- 211.2
- Ownership type
- Government - State
- Legal business name
- Legal Business Name Not Available
- Chain
- Not listed by CMS
- Takes part in
- Medicaid
Fewer health citations than the Pennsylvania average (14 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 8, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS abuse icon
CMS removed its abuse icon from this home.
5 citations
Health inspection on July 9, 2026
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0636. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
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 August 26, 2026.
Citation F0640. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 26, 2026.
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 August 26, 2026.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 26, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0689 2 times since 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 August 26, 2026.
4 citations
Fire safety inspection on July 9, 2026
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0131. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 9, 2026.
Citation K0223. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 September 9, 2026.
Citation K0321. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 9, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0321 2 times since 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 September 9, 2026.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
CMS abuse icon
CMS added its abuse icon to this home.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on October 7, 2025
CMS 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.
Citation F0760. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
1 citation
Health inspection on July 1, 2025
CMS 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.
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 June 26, 2025.
5 citations
Health inspection on May 9, 2025
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 2025.
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 26, 2025.
Citation F0835. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
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 June 25, 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 June 25, 2025.
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 June 25, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0684 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 June 25, 2025.
8 citations
Fire safety inspection on May 9, 2025
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0211. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 20, 2025.
Citation K0225. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 20, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0225 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0293. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 20, 2025.
Citation K0325. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 20, 2025.
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 July 20, 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 July 20, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0363 2 times since 2024.
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 July 20, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0372 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0929. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 20, 2025.
Fine
May 9, 2025 (1 year ago)
CMS fine of $15,733 on May 9, 2025.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
CMS update of July 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
1 citation
Health inspection on June 14, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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 August 9, 2024.
8 citations
Fire safety inspection on June 14, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0225. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 9, 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 August 9, 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 August 9, 2024.
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 September 9, 2024.
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 August 9, 2024.
Citation K0511. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 9, 2024.
Citation K0920. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 9, 2024.
Citation K0321. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 9, 2024.
CMS update of April 25, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on March 16, 2024
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 May 7, 2024.
CMS update of February 29, 2024
Fine
CMS changed the fine from December 14, 2022 from $12,600 to $8,190.
Questions
When was Southeastern Pennsylvania Veteran's Center last inspected?
CMS lists July 9, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Southeastern Pennsylvania Veteran's Center have?
CMS lists 14 health citations since March 16, 2024. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Southeastern Pennsylvania Veteran's Center been fined?
CMS lists 1 fine in the past three years, $15,733 in total.
What is the CMS star rating of Southeastern Pennsylvania Veteran's Center?
Its CMS overall star rating is 5 of 5.
Is Southeastern Pennsylvania Veteran's Center a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.