Ivy Park Post Acute
5609 Fifth Avenue · Pittsburgh, PA · 15232 · 4123623500
150 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Pacs Group
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.30 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.45 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.08 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 60% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $14,069 |
Inspection citations (95 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 29, 2026 · found via complaint
Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E April 16, 2026 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected May 11, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
Corrected May 11, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2026 · found via complaint
Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.
Corrected April 6, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Immediate jeopardy · J January 9, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Corrected March 16, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2026 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected February 16, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F January 9, 2026 · found via complaint
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected February 16, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2026 · found via complaint
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected March 16, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D September 3, 2025 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected August 4, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E June 27, 2025
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected August 4, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E June 27, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected August 4, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected August 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2025
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected August 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 27, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected August 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 27, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 27, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected August 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2025
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected August 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 27, 2025
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected August 4, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2025
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected August 4, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2025
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected August 4, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F June 27, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 4, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E June 27, 2025
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected August 4, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2025
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
Corrected August 4, 2025 · Administration
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| January 9, 2026 | Fine | $14,069 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 395251 · certified since October 11, 1968. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.