Nursing Care Index

Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation

Bethlehem, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania · CCN 395429 · For-profit (Corporation) · part of Genesis Healthcare (184 facilities, chain average 2.4 stars)

CMS rates Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation 1 of 5 overall as of August 2026. 227 certified beds, 195 residents a day on average. 33 citations on record from the current inspection cycles, 1 at immediate jeopardy; 1 fine totalling $27,378.

On record

CMS’s ratings

The Five-Star Quality Rating System, as CMS publishes it. Where CMS gives no rating, the reason CMS gives is printed instead.

Overall★☆☆☆☆ 1 of 5
Health inspections★★☆☆☆ 2 of 5
Staffing★☆☆☆☆ 1 of 5
Quality measures★★★☆☆ 3 of 5
Quality: long-stay / short-stay4 / 2 of 5

Staffing

Total nurse staffing3.30394 hours per resident per day
Registered nurses0.42633 hours per resident per day
Weekend total2.89553 hours per resident per day
Nursing staff turnover52.2% (registered nurses 64%)
Administrators who left1

Citations from health inspections

Each is a finding by a state surveyor on the date shown, in CMS’s words. The severity is CMS’s scope-and-severity grid, spelled out: harm on the left, how widespread on the right.

SurveyFindingSeverityStatus
2026-06-30
complaint survey
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0605
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2026-07-13
2026-06-30
complaint survey
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0656
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2026-07-13
2026-06-30
complaint survey
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0689
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2026-07-13
2026-06-09
complaint survey
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0600
J Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated Past Non-Compliance
2026-06-02
complaint survey
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0580
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2026-06-13
2026-04-29
complaint survey
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0686
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2026-06-05
2026-04-29
complaint survey
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0690
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2026-06-05
2025-09-05 Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0607
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-10-14
2025-09-05 Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0695
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-10-14
2025-09-05 Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0554
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-10-14
2025-09-05 Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0609
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-10-14
2025-09-05 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0677
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-10-14
2025-09-05 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0686
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-10-14
2025-09-05 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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0688
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-10-14
2025-09-05 Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0628
C No actual harm, with potential for minimal harm; widespread Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-10-14
2025-07-25
complaint survey
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0689
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-08-12
2025-07-01
complaint survey
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0580
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2025-07-23
2024-11-27 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0677
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2024-12-18
2024-11-27 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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0688
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2024-12-18
2024-07-26
complaint survey
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0623
B No actual harm, with potential for minimal harm; pattern Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2024-08-20
2024-06-11
complaint survey
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0685
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2024-07-09
2023-11-02 Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0623
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2023-12-19
2023-11-02 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.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0625
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2023-12-19
2023-11-02 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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0688
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2023-12-19
2023-11-02 Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0697
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2023-12-19
2023-11-02 Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0580
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2023-12-19
2023-11-02 Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0607
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2023-12-19
2023-11-02 Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0641
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2023-12-19
2023-11-02 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0684
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2023-12-19
2023-11-02 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0880
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2023-12-19
2023-11-02 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.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0584
C No actual harm, with potential for minimal harm; widespread Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2023-12-19
2023-11-02 Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · tag F0814
C No actual harm, with potential for minimal harm; widespread Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2023-12-19
2023-09-19
complaint survey
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0684
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated Deficient, Provider has date of correction
2023-10-19

Fines and payment denials

DatePenaltyAmount
2026-04-29Fine$27,378

Who owns and runs it

Every owner, officer and manager CMS lists, as filed. These are the names in CMS’s ownership record; anyone named in the ownership record can ask about it on the about page.

NameRoleShareSince
Genesis Pm Pa Operations LLC
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest100%2022-11-14
Fc-Gen Operations Investment LLC
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest2022-11-14
Gen Operations I LLC
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest2022-11-14
Gen Operations II LLC
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest2022-11-14
Genesis Healthcare Inc.
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest2022-11-14
Genesis Healthcare LLC
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest2022-11-14
Genesis Holdings LLC
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest2022-11-14
Ghc Holdings LLC
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest2022-11-14
Sun Healthcare Group Inc.
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest2022-11-14
Whitman, Arnold
Individual
5% or greater indirect ownership interest2020-06-01
Aversa, Thaddeus
Individual
adp of the snf2025-02-12
Callazo, Nancy
Individual
adp of the snf2025-02-12
Berg, Michael
Individual
corporate officer2022-11-14
Bridgeford, Laura
Individual
corporate officer2024-06-01
Mendelson, Avi
Individual
corporate officer2024-01-01
Aversa, Thaddeus
Individual
operational/managerial control2023-06-01
Callazo, Nancy
Individual
operational/managerial control2023-06-01

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Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Provider Data Catalog (public domain), files dated 2026-08-01. Ratings are CMS’s; citations are state surveyors’ findings; nothing here is estimated or a recommendation. Every nursing home in Lehigh County.