Berks Heim Nursing & Rehabilitation
1011 Berks Road · Leesport, PA · 19533 · 6103764841
420 certified beds Government - County
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.76 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.86 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.23 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 22% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (9 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 3, 2025
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected December 8, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D September 20, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected October 22, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 20, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 22, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 20, 2024
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected October 22, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F September 20, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 22, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D October 20, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected December 4, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 20, 2023
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected December 4, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 20, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 4, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 20, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 4, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 395094 · certified since January 1, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.