Laurel Square Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1020 Oak Lane Avenue · Philadelphia, PA · 19126 · 2152249898
87 certified beds For profit - Partnership Chain: Nationwide Healthcare Services
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.69 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.60 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.45 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 47% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $7,727 |
Inspection citations (35 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D November 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected November 20, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected November 20, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F September 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected December 10, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E July 8, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected August 6, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D June 5, 2025
Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E June 5, 2025
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 July 15, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 5, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E June 5, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F June 5, 2025
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F June 5, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D June 5, 2025
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E June 5, 2025
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Corrected July 15, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected March 27, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 3, 2024 · found via complaint
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected December 18, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2024
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected October 9, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected October 9, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected October 9, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2024
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected October 9, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2024
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected October 9, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2024
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected October 9, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected October 9, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 9, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2024
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected October 9, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2024
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected October 9, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E August 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 17, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| August 4, 2023 | Fine | $7,727 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 395535 · certified since June 21, 1982. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.