Philadelphia, PA

Simpson House Inc

5-star overall rating with 4-star inspections with 3 recent health deficiencies with 2 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

2101 Belmont Avenue, Philadelphia, PA

(215) 878-3600

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Overall

5 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

4 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

3 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

5 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

142

Certified beds

Average residents

46

Average occupied residents

Ownership

Non-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

No chain reported

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1967-01-16

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.87

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

0.94

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

2.45

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

3.92

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

0%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

0%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 96.9%
86.9%
10 pts better
93.4%
3.5 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 94.4%
93.5%
0.9 pts better
95.5%
1.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 0.8%
3.2%
2.4 pts better
3.3%
2.5 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
6.5%
6.5 pts better
11.4%
11.4 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 8.9%
6.5%
2.4 pts worse
5.4%
3.5 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 5.6%
19.9%
14.3 pts better
19.6%
14 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 2.9%
18.7%
15.8 pts better
16.7%
13.8 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 22.7%
19.6%
3.1 pts worse
16.3%
6.4 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 8.6%
18.3%
9.7 pts better
14.9%
6.3 pts better
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 3.1%
1.7%
1.4 pts worse
1.7%
1.4 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 16.6%
26.4%
9.8 pts better
19.8%
3.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 5.2%
5.3%
0.1 pts better
5.1%
0.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 63.2%
68.9%
5.7 pts worse
81.7%
18.5 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 6.8%
9.8%
3 pts better
12.0%
5.2 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
1.5%
1.5 pts better
1.6%
1.6 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 66.9%
68.7%
1.8 pts worse
79.7%
12.8 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 24.2%
23.1%
1.1 pts worse
23.9%
0.3 pts worse
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2025-04-24 · Fire 2025-04-24

3 health deficiencies

Top issue: Administration (1 deficiency)

2 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Services (1 deficiency)

Cycle 2 Health 2024-07-03 · Fire 2024-07-03

2 health deficiencies

Top issue: Nursing and Physician Services (1 deficiency)

4 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (2 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2023-08-25 · Fire 2023-08-25

2 health deficiencies

Top issue: Nutrition and Dietary (1 deficiency)

7 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Services (2 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-24

K355 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

Corrected 2025-05-30

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-24

K541 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.

Corrected 2025-05-30

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-03

K916 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.

Corrected 2024-08-30

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-03

K131 · Construction Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.

Corrected 2024-08-30

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-03

K281 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install proper backup exit lighting.

Corrected 2024-08-30

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-03

K911 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.

Corrected 2024-08-30

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-25

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2023-10-24

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-25

K131 · Construction Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.

Corrected 2023-09-07

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-25

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2023-09-07

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-25

K511 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2023-09-07

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-25

K541 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.

Corrected 2023-09-07

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-25

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2023-09-07

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-25

K211 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

Corrected 2023-09-07

Inspection history

Recent health citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-24

F851 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

Corrected 2025-05-30

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-24

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2025-05-30

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-24

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected 2025-05-30

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-03

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 2024-08-23

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-07-03

F730 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Health

Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

Corrected 2024-08-23

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-25

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2023-09-25

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-08-25

F804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Corrected 2023-09-25

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

Ownership

Argentieri, Susan

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2007-10-01
Coyle, Richard

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2015-04-01
Coyle, Richard

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2015-04-01
Simpson Senior Services

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 1 facilities 1998-02-01
Simpson Senior Services

Operational/Managerial Control · Organization

0% 1 facilities 1998-02-01

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