Champion City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
6655 Frankstown Avenue · Pittsburgh, PA · 15206 · 4126653232
187 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Part of a CCRC
Why this verdict
- 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
2 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
61% 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: 1 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | — | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | — | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | — | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 61% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $7,656 |
Inspection citations (80 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E March 27, 2026
Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 27, 2026
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E March 27, 2026
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 27, 2026
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E March 27, 2026
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E March 27, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 27, 2026
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 May 1, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 27, 2026
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 27, 2026
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 27, 2026
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E March 27, 2026
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 1, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E March 27, 2026
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E March 27, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F March 27, 2026
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E March 27, 2026
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Corrected May 1, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026 · 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 May 1, 2026 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 31, 2023 | Fine | $7,656 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 395423 · certified since September 1, 1978. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.