Accela Rehab and Care Center at Somerton
650 Edison Avenue · Philadelphia, PA · 19116 · 2156735700
225 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Accela Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Staffing levels are well below research benchmarks for safe care.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
RN staffing in the bottom 10% nationally
0.18 registered-nurse hours per resident per day, vs a 0.58 national median and 0.75 benchmark.
76% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: not rated
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.04 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.18 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.77 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 76% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $12,740 |
Inspection citations (52 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J April 14, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 27, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 4, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected April 21, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 4, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected April 21, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 1, 2025 · found via complaint
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 January 30, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 3, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected August 6, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D May 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected June 29, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected May 2, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected May 2, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected May 2, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected May 2, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected May 2, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025
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.
Corrected May 2, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 2, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected May 2, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected May 2, 2025 · Environmental
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No harm found · C March 13, 2025
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected May 2, 2025 · Resident Rights
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No harm found · C March 13, 2025
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected May 2, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 5, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected December 1, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E November 5, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected December 1, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D November 5, 2024 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected December 1, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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No harm found · C November 5, 2024 · found via complaint
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected December 1, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D September 30, 2024 · found via complaint
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected November 11, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D June 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected July 1, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 3, 2024
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 June 15, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 3, 2024
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected June 15, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| February 20, 2026 | Fine | $12,740 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 395084 · certified since January 1, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.