Allentown, PA

Good Shepherd Home Raker Center

4-star overall rating with 4-star inspections with 3 recent health deficiencies with 4 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

601 St John Street, Allentown, PA

(610) 776-3199

Compare this facility

Overall

4 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

4 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

4 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

4 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

99

Certified beds

Average residents

96

Average occupied residents

Ownership

Non-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

No chain reported

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1967-01-01

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Changed ownership

No

Within the last 12 months

Family council

Yes

Resident and family council reported

Sprinklers

Yes

Automatic sprinklers in all required areas

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

1.45

Registered nurse staffing · state 0.78 · national 0.68

LPN hours / resident day

0.72

Licensed practical nurse staffing · state 0.91 · national 0.87

Aide hours / resident day

2.59

Nurse aide staffing · state 2.20 · national 2.35

Total nurse hours

4.77

All reported nurse hours · state 3.89 · national 3.89

Licensed hours

2.17

RN + LPN hours · state 1.69 · national 1.54

Weekend hours

4.14

Weekend nurse staffing · state 3.51 · national 3.43

Weekend RN hours

1.34

Weekend registered nurse coverage · state 0.55 · national 0.47

Physical therapist

0.15

Reported PT staffing · state 0.10 · national 0.07

Adjusted RN hours

1.01

CMS adjusted RN staffing hours

Adjusted total hours

3.31

CMS adjusted total nurse staffing hours

Case-mix index

1.97

Higher values indicate more complex resident acuity

RN turnover

19%

Annual RN turnover · state 43% · national 45%

Total nurse turnover

23%

Annual nurse turnover · state 47% · national 46%

SNF VBP

Value-based purchasing

Program rank

2,559

Lower is better among SNFs in the FY 2026 VBP program.

Performance score

49.04

Composite VBP score used to determine payment impact.

Payment multiplier

1.0029

Above 1.000 increases Medicare payment; below 1.000 reduces it.

Program components

How the VBP score is built

Readmission

Not reported

This facility did not meet this measure's case minimum policy requirement and therefore no measure data is publicly reported.

Healthcare-associated infections

Not reported

This facility did not meet this measure's case minimum policy requirement and therefore no measure data is publicly reported.

Total nurse turnover

9.22

Baseline 29.67% · Performance 26.00% · Measure score 9.22 · Achievement 9.22 · Improvement 7.12

Adjusted total nurse staffing

0.59

Baseline 2.80 hours · Performance 3.12 hours · Measure score 0.59 · Achievement 0 · Improvement 0.59

SNF QRP

Medicare quality reporting measures

Measure	Facility	National	Note
Potentially preventable 30-day readmission	Not Available	10.72%	Not Available · Eligible stays 21 · Observed rate Not Available · Lower 95% interval Not Available · Too few residents or stays to report publicly.
Discharge to community	Not Available	50.57%	Not Available · Eligible stays Not Available · Observed rate Not Available · Lower 95% interval Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure.
Medicare spending per beneficiary	0.8	1.02 0.2 pts better
Drug regimen review with follow-up	Not Available	95.27%	Numerator Not Available · Denominator 16 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly.
Falls with major injury	Not Available	0.77%	Numerator Not Available · Denominator 16 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly.
Discharge self-care score	Not Available	53.69%	Numerator Not Available · Denominator 6 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly.
Discharge mobility score	Not Available	50.94%	Numerator Not Available · Denominator 6 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly.
Pressure ulcers or injuries, new or worsened	Not Available	2.29%	Numerator Not Available · Denominator 16 · Adjusted rate Not Available · Too few residents or stays to report publicly.
Healthcare-associated infections requiring hospitalization	Not Available	7.12%	Not Available · Eligible stays 18 · Observed rate Not Available · Lower 95% interval Not Available · Too few residents or stays to report publicly.
Staff COVID-19 vaccination coverage	8.73%	8.2% 0.5 pts better	Numerator 11 · Denominator 126
Staff flu vaccination coverage	96.53%	42% 54.5 pts better	Numerator 167 · Denominator 173
Discharge function score	Not Available	56.45%	Numerator Not Available · Denominator 6 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly.
Transfer of health information to provider	Not Available	95.95%	Numerator Not Available · Denominator 4 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly.
Transfer of health information to patient	Not Available	96.28%	Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · Newly certified or not enough cases to report.
Resident COVID-19 vaccinations up to date	Not Available	25.2%	Numerator Not Available · Denominator 5 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly.

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure	Facility	State	National	Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days	1.6	1.7 0.1 pts better	1.9 0.3 pts better	Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 1.6 · Observed 1.4 · Expected 1.7 · Used in QM five-star
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days	0.9	1.2 0.3 pts better	1.8 0.9 pts better	Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 0.9 · Observed 1.1 · Expected 1.9 · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine	97.7%	86.9% 10.8 pts better	93.4% 4.3 pts better	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 93.9% · Q2 99.0% · Q3 99.0% · Q4 98.9% · 4Q avg 97.7%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine	99.0%	93.5% 5.5 pts better	95.5% 3.5 pts better	Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 · 4Q avg 99.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury	0.5%	3.2% 2.7 pts better	3.3% 2.8 pts better	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 1.0% · Q2 1.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.5% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms	0.9%	6.5% 5.6 pts better	11.4% 10.5 pts better	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 3.7% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight	1.9%	6.5% 4.6 pts better	5.4% 3.5 pts better	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 1.1% · Q2 2.2% · Q3 3.2% · Q4 1.1% · 4Q avg 1.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication	16.4%	19.9% 3.5 pts better	19.6% 3.2 pts better	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 22.4% · Q2 17.3% · Q3 9.5% · Q4 16.0% · 4Q avg 16.4%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication	14.4%	18.7% 4.3 pts better	16.7% 2.3 pts better	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 15.1% · Q2 14.6% · Q3 14.1% · Q4 13.8% · 4Q avg 14.4% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained	0.0%	0.2% 0.2 pts better	0.1% 0.1 pts better	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased	17.4%	18.3% 0.9 pts better	14.9% 2.5 pts worse	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 16.7% · Q2 24.4% · Q3 11.9% · Q4 17.1% · 4Q avg 17.4% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder	1.2%	0.9% 0.3 pts worse	1.0% 0.2 pts worse	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 3.1% · Q4 1.7% · 4Q avg 1.2% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection	0.5%	1.7% 1.2 pts better	1.7% 1.2 pts better	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 1.0% · Q2 1.1% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.5% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence	21.0%	26.4% 5.4 pts better	19.8% 1.2 pts worse	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 17.6% · Q2 23.6% · Q3 21.4% · Q4 21.6% · 4Q avg 21.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers	9.5%	5.3% 4.2 pts worse	5.1% 4.4 pts worse	Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 12.2% · Q2 9.9% · Q3 8.1% · Q4 7.9% · 4Q avg 9.5% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit	0.0%	9.8% 9.8 pts better	12.0% 12 pts better	Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 0.0% · Observed 0.0% · Expected 14.1% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission	28.1%	23.1% 5 pts worse	23.9% 4.2 pts worse	Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 28.1% · Observed 30.8% · Expected 26.1% · Used in QM five-star

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2025-09-23 · Fire 2025-09-23

3 health deficiencies

Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (2 deficiencies)

4 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Construction (1 deficiency)

Cycle 2 Health 2024-08-22 · Fire 2024-08-22

4 health deficiencies

Top issue: Nutrition and Dietary (1 deficiency)

4 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2023-10-13 · Fire 2023-10-13

5 health deficiencies

Top issue: Nutrition and Dietary (2 deficiencies)

5 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-23

K161 · Construction Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Use approved construction type or materials.

Corrected 2025-10-09

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-23

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2025-10-09

C · Minimal harm 2025-09-23

K291 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

Corrected 2025-10-09

C · Minimal harm 2025-09-23

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2025-10-09

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-08-22

K161 · Construction Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Use approved construction type or materials.

Corrected 2024-10-01

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-08-22

K321 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Corrected 2024-10-01

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-08-22

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2024-10-01

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-08-22

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2024-10-01

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-10-13

K321 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Corrected 2023-11-14

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-10-13

K911 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.

Corrected 2023-11-14

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-10-13

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2023-11-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-10-13

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2023-11-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-10-13

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2023-11-14

Inspection history

Recent health citations

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-23

F605 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

Corrected 2025-10-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-23

F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Corrected 2025-10-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-09-23

F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2025-10-03

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-08-22

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2024-10-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-08-22

F558 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Corrected 2024-10-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-08-22

F640 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

Corrected 2024-10-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-08-22

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Corrected 2024-10-21

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-10-13

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2023-11-03

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-10-13

F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

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.

Corrected 2023-11-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-10-13

F688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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.

Corrected 2023-11-03

C · Minimal harm 2023-10-13

F814 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Corrected 2023-11-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-04

F558 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Corrected 2023-06-12

Penalties and ownership