Buckingham Valley Rehabilitation and Nursingcenter
820 Durham Road · Buckingham, PA · 18912 · 2155987181
130 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Prestige Healthcare Administrative Services Part of a CCRC
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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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: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.35 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.55 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.22 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 46% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (9 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D August 7, 2025
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected August 29, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 7, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 29, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 7, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected August 29, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2024
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Corrected July 23, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 1, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected March 26, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 4, 2023
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected September 6, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 4, 2023
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected September 6, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 4, 2023
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected September 6, 2023 · Environmental
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No harm found · B August 4, 2023
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected September 6, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 395188 · certified since April 4, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.