Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
2021 Westgate Drive · Bethlehem, PA · 18017 · 6108656077
227 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Genesis Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.56 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.40 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.17 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 48% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (28 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 29, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 29, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 5, 2025
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected October 14, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E September 5, 2025
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected October 14, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D September 5, 2025
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected October 14, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D September 5, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected October 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 5, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected October 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 5, 2025
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 October 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 5, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected October 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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No harm found · C September 5, 2025
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected October 14, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 1, 2025 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected July 23, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 27, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected December 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 27, 2024
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 December 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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No harm found · B July 26, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected August 20, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected July 9, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 2, 2023
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected December 19, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 2, 2023
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected December 19, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E November 2, 2023
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected December 19, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E November 2, 2023
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Corrected December 19, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 2, 2023
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected December 19, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 2, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 19, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E November 2, 2023
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 December 19, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E November 2, 2023
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected December 19, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 2, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 19, 2023 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 395429 · certified since December 26, 1978. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.