Wyncote Care Center
208 Fernbrook Avenue · Wyncote, PA · 19095 · 2158852620
58 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Part of a CCRC
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
The composite number cleared 72 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
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.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.26 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.94 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.82 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $4,194 |
Inspection citations (23 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 14, 2026 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 14, 2026 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E April 1, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E April 1, 2026 · found via complaint
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E April 1, 2026 · found via complaint
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E April 1, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D January 5, 2026
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected January 20, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 5, 2026
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected January 6, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 5, 2026
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected January 8, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E January 5, 2026
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected January 6, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D January 5, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected January 8, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Past Non-Compliance · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected August 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected July 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected May 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected February 17, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 17, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 1, 2024
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected April 30, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 1, 2024
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected April 30, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 1, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 30, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 1, 2024
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Corrected April 30, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E March 1, 2024
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected April 30, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D September 26, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected October 27, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| October 17, 2023 | Fine | $4,194 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 396120 · certified since July 25, 2008. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.