8 health deficiencies
Top issue: Nutrition and Dietary (3 deficiencies)
3 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Construction (1 deficiency)
Myerstown, PA
4-star overall rating with 3-star inspections with 8 recent health deficiencies with 3 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
7 West Park Avenue, Myerstown, PA
(717) 866-6541
Overall
4 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
3 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
2 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
5 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Beds
152
Certified beds
Average residents
62
Average occupied residents
Ownership
Non-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
No chain reported
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1976-01-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
RN hours / resident day
0.86
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.57
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.02
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
3.17
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
0%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
0%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 99.0% |
86.9%
12.1 pts better
|
93.4%
5.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 98.0% |
93.5%
4.5 pts better
|
95.5%
2.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 3.6% |
3.2%
0.4 pts worse
|
3.3%
0.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 1.1% |
6.5%
5.4 pts better
|
11.4%
10.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 4.4% |
6.5%
2.1 pts better
|
5.4%
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 18.0% |
19.9%
1.9 pts better
|
19.6%
1.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 13.2% |
18.7%
5.5 pts better
|
16.7%
3.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| 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 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 20.3% |
19.6%
0.7 pts worse
|
16.3%
4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 16.3% |
18.3%
2 pts better
|
14.9%
1.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.0% |
0.9%
0.9 pts better
|
1.0%
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 4.6% |
1.7%
2.9 pts worse
|
1.7%
2.9 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 27.8% |
26.4%
1.4 pts worse
|
19.8%
8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 6.6% |
5.3%
1.3 pts worse
|
5.1%
1.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 86.0% |
68.9%
17.1 pts better
|
81.7%
4.3 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 9.5% |
9.8%
0.3 pts better
|
12.0%
2.5 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.7% |
1.5%
0.8 pts better
|
1.6%
0.9 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 91.9% |
68.7%
23.2 pts better
|
79.7%
12.2 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 23.0% |
23.1%
0.1 pts better
|
23.9%
0.9 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Top issue: Nutrition and Dietary (3 deficiencies)
3 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Construction (1 deficiency)
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (2 deficiencies)
4 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)
Top issue: Pharmacy Service (1 deficiency)
3 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2024-08-06
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-08-06
Fire Safety
Meet other general requirements.
Corrected 2024-08-06
Fire Safety
Use approved construction type or materials.
Corrected 2023-09-11
Fire Safety
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
Corrected 2023-09-11
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2023-09-11
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2023-09-11
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2022-10-19
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2022-10-19
Fire Safety
Meet other general requirements.
Corrected 2022-10-19
Inspection history
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 2026-02-20
Health
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2026-02-03
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 2025-09-30
Health
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.
Corrected 2025-09-30
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2025-09-30
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2025-09-30
Health
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected 2025-09-30
Health
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2025-06-26
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2024-08-16
Health
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2024-08-16
Health
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected 2023-09-08
Health
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.
Corrected 2023-09-08
Penalties and ownership
Corporate Director · Individual
Corporate Officer · Individual
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Corporate Officer · Individual
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Corporate Director · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Corporate Director · Individual
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