Public Record
Buckingham Valley Rehabilitation and Nursingcenter
From CMS
Facility profile
- CMS overall rating
- 5 / 5
- Certified beds
- 130
- Avg. residents per day
- 124.3
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Inspection record
On record from CMS
- Citations on record
- 25
- Inspections on file
- 8
- Last inspection
- 2025-08-07
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Citations
25 citations on record
Each deficiency cited on a CMS health inspection of this facility, sourced from the federal record. Open a report for the raw CMS Scope and Severity grade on each finding.
What do CMS severity letters mean?
Serious (G-L). Actual harm to a resident, or immediate jeopardy. Codes G through I indicate actual harm; J through L indicate immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.
General (A-F). No actual harm found, or harm that is minimal. The facility must still submit a Plan of Correction. Most CMS citations land here.
Each letter combines severity with scope: how many residents the deficiency affected.
- 0911Generalpotential for harm
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
- 0363Generalpotential for harm
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
- 0842Generalpotential for harm
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
- 0684Generalpotential for harm
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
- 0554Generalpotential for harm
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
- 0321Generalpotential for harm
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
- 0810Generalpotential for harm
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
- 0347Generalno actual harm
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
- 0353Generalpotential for harm
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- 0372Generalpotential for harm
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
- 0374Generalpotential for harm
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
- 0511Generalpotential for harm
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
- 0918Generalpotential for harm
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
- 0759Generalpotential for harm
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
- 0225Generalpotential for harm
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
- 0321Generalpotential for harm
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
- 0521Generalpotential for harm
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- 0918Generalno actual harm
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
- 0920Generalpotential for harm
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
- 0004Generalno actual harm
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
- 0908Generalpotential for harm
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
- 0699Generalpotential for harm
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
- 0641Generalpotential for harm
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
- 0806Generalno actual harm
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
- 0558Generalpotential for harm
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Inspection findings
What the surveyors documented
The verbatim CMS Form 2567 statement of deficiencies for each survey, straight from the federal record. Open a report for the full findings and plan of correction.
- Inspection5 deficiencies
F 0554 Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, observation, clinical record review, and resident…
Read full statement of deficiencies - Inspection1 deficiency
F 0759 Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Based on facility policy review, clinical record review, observation, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain a medication error rate less…
Read full statement of deficiencies - Inspection10 deficiencies
F 0641 Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to complete…
Read full statement of deficiencies
FAQ
Questions and answers
- What is Buckingham Valley Rehabilitation and Nursingcenter?
- Buckingham Valley Rehabilitation and Nursingcenter is a Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home in Buckingham, PA, tracked by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Its CMS Certification Number (CCN) is 395188.
- What is the CMS rating for Buckingham Valley Rehabilitation and Nursingcenter?
- Buckingham Valley Rehabilitation and Nursingcenter has a CMS overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. CMS rates nursing homes on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
- How many beds does Buckingham Valley Rehabilitation and Nursingcenter have?
- Buckingham Valley Rehabilitation and Nursingcenter is certified for 130 beds. It serves an average of 124.3 residents per day.
- How many citations does Buckingham Valley Rehabilitation and Nursingcenter have?
- Buckingham Valley Rehabilitation and Nursingcenter has 25 citations on record from CMS health inspections, each tied to a federal deficiency tag.
- When was Buckingham Valley Rehabilitation and Nursingcenter last inspected?
- Buckingham Valley Rehabilitation and Nursingcenter was last inspected on August 7, 2025. CMS surveys nursing homes about once a year and after complaints.
- What can I do if I have concerns about care at this facility?
- Start by raising the concern with the facility administrator or director of nursing. Every state also runs a free long-term care ombudsman program that advocates for residents and families; the federal Eldercare Locator at eldercare.acl.gov can connect you with yours. Complaints about quality of care can also be filed with your state survey agency.
*Sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). See the official record on CMS Care Compare. If you believe any information is inaccurate, report it here.
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