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Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation

Nursing HomeBethlehem, PACMS 395429
26 citations on record

Operated by Genesis Healthcare

From CMS

Facility profile

CMS overall rating
3 / 5

*CMS Five-Star

Certified beds
227

*CMS

Avg. residents per day
187.7

*CMS

Inspection record

On record from CMS

Citations on record
26

*CMS

Inspections on file
8

*CMS

Last inspection
2025-09-05

*CMS

Citations

26 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.

  • 0609Generalpotential for harm

    Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

  • 0688Generalpotential for harm

    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.

  • 0686Generalpotential for harm

    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

  • 0677Generalpotential for harm

    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

  • 0628Generalno actual harm

    Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

  • 0695Generalpotential for harm

    Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

  • 0607Generalpotential for harm

    Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

  • 0554Generalpotential for harm

    Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

  • 0689Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

  • 0580Generalpotential for harm

    Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

  • 0677Generalpotential for harm

    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

  • 0688Generalpotential for harm

    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.

  • 0623Generalno actual harm

    Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

  • 0685Generalpotential for harm

    Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

  • 0880Generalpotential for harm

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

  • 0814Generalno actual harm

    Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

  • 0697Generalpotential for harm

    Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

  • 0688Generalpotential for harm

    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.

  • 0684Generalpotential for harm

    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

  • 0641Generalpotential for harm

    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

  • 0625Generalpotential for harm

    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.

  • 0623Generalpotential for harm

    Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

  • 0607Generalpotential for harm

    Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

  • 0584Generalno actual harm

    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.

  • 0580Generalpotential for harm

    Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

  • 0684Generalpotential for harm

    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Inspection history

Every health inspection on record

Each CMS health inspection of this facility, and the deficiencies the surveyors cited. Where the verbatim Form 2567 statement of deficiencies is on file, it links to the full report.

  • Inspection8 deficiencies

    F 0554 Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. 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 assess a…

    Read full statement of deficiencies
  • Inspection1 deficiency
    View inspection report
  • Inspection1 deficiency
    View inspection report
  • Inspection2 deficiencies

    F 0677 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Based on observation, clinical record review, and staff and resident interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to provide…

    Read full statement of deficiencies
  • Inspection1 deficiency
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  • Inspection1 deficiency
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  • Inspection11 deficiencies

    F 0580 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Based on clinical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility…

    Read full statement of deficiencies
  • Inspection1 deficiency

    F 0684 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. 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…

    Read full statement of deficiencies

Ownership

Genesis Healthcare

187nursing homes nationwide, in CMS records

FAQ

Questions and answers

What is Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation?
Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation is a Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home in Bethlehem, PA, tracked by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Its CMS Certification Number (CCN) is 395429.
What is the CMS rating for Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation?
Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation has a CMS overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars. CMS rates nursing homes on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
How many beds does Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation have?
Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation is certified for 227 beds. It serves an average of 187.7 residents per day.
How many citations does Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation have?
Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation has 26 citations on record from CMS health inspections, each tied to a federal deficiency tag.
When was Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation last inspected?
Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation was last inspected on September 5, 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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