Starfile / Pennsylvania

HERITAGE CARE CENTER

5701 PHILLIPS AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15217 · CCN 395732

SFF Candidate

Inspection history vs Pennsylvania & national averages

Cycle 1 is the most recent standard health inspection. Lower total deficiency counts are better.

Cycle 1 deficiencies by category

Staffing (hours per resident per day)

Fines & penalties

Total fines

$0

Number of fines

0

Number of penalties

0

Payment denials

0

Chain

Chain

WECARE CENTERS

Facilities in chain

13

Chain avg overall

1.90 / 5

Inspection citations (111)2 actual harm

1. DF0554Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

   Potential for more than minimal harm

2. DF0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

   Potential for more than minimal harm

3. DF0575Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

   Potential for more than minimal harm

4. DF0576Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

   Potential for more than minimal harm

5. DF0580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

   Potential for more than minimal harm

6. DF0584Honor 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.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

   Potential for more than minimal harm

7. EF0585Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

   Potential for more than minimal harm

8. DF0610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

   Potential for more than minimal harm

9. DF0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

   Potential for more than minimal harm

10. DF0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

    Potential for more than minimal harm

11. EF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

    Potential for more than minimal harm

12. DF0693Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

    Potential for more than minimal harm

13. DF0694Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

    Potential for more than minimal harm

14. DF0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

    Potential for more than minimal harm

15. EF0698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

    Potential for more than minimal harm

16. DF0759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

    Potential for more than minimal harm

17. DF0760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

    Potential for more than minimal harm

18. DF0761Ensure 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.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

    Potential for more than minimal harm

19. DF0803Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

    Potential for more than minimal harm

20. FF0806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

    Potential for more than minimal harm

21. DF0810Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

    Potential for more than minimal harm

22. FF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

    Potential for more than minimal harm

23. DF0814Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

    Potential for more than minimal harm

24. EF0865Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

    Potential for more than minimal harm

25. EF0868Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

    Potential for more than minimal harm

26. FF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

    Potential for more than minimal harm

27. FF0881Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

    Potential for more than minimal harm

28. FF0883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

    Potential for more than minimal harm

29. FF0887Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

    Potential for more than minimal harm

30. EF0908Keep all essential equipment working safely.2025-11-21 · Health · corrected 2026-01-13

    Potential for more than minimal harm

31. DF0627Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.2025-09-10 · Health · corrected 2025-10-08

    Potential for more than minimal harm

32. DF0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.2025-08-18 · Health · corrected 2025-10-06

    Potential for more than minimal harm

33. EF0698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.2025-08-18 · Health · corrected 2025-10-06

    Potential for more than minimal harm

34. FF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2025-08-18 · Health · corrected 2025-10-06

    Potential for more than minimal harm

35. EF0557Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.2025-02-20 · Health · corrected 2025-03-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

36. EF0801Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.2025-02-20 · Health · corrected 2025-03-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

37. FF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2025-02-20 · Health · corrected 2025-03-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

38. DF0554Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-02-02

    Potential for more than minimal harm

39. DF0583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-02-02

    Potential for more than minimal harm

40. DF0607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-02-02

    Potential for more than minimal harm

41. DF0622Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-02-02

    Potential for more than minimal harm

42. EF0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-02-02

    Potential for more than minimal harm

43. DF0660Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-02-02

    Potential for more than minimal harm

44. DF0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-02-02

    Potential for more than minimal harm

45. DF0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-02-02

    Potential for more than minimal harm

46. DF0690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-02-02

    Potential for more than minimal harm

47. DF0693Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-02-02

    Potential for more than minimal harm

48. EF0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-02-02

    Potential for more than minimal harm

49. EF0698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-02-02

    Potential for more than minimal harm

50. DF0699Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-02-02

    Potential for more than minimal harm

51. EF0730Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-02-02

    Potential for more than minimal harm

52. DF0756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-02-02

    Potential for more than minimal harm

53. DF0759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-02-02

    Potential for more than minimal harm

54. EF0761Ensure 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.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-02-02

    Potential for more than minimal harm

55. DF0809Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-02-02

    Potential for more than minimal harm

56. EF0810Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-02-02

    Potential for more than minimal harm

57. FF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-02-02

    Potential for more than minimal harm

58. DF0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-02-02

    Potential for more than minimal harm

59. DF0847Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-02-02

    Potential for more than minimal harm

60. DF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-02-02

    Potential for more than minimal harm

61. EF0917Make sure each resident has 1) at least one window to the outside in a room; 2) a room at or above ground level; 3) adequate bedding; 4) furniture that meets the resident's needs; or 5) adequate closet space.2024-12-06 · Health · corrected 2025-02-02

    Potential for more than minimal harm

62. BF0623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.2024-11-13 · Health · corrected 2024-11-29

    Potential for minimal harm

63. DF0805Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.2024-10-17 · Health · corrected 2024-11-22

    Potential for more than minimal harm

64. EF0806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.2024-10-17 · Health · corrected 2024-11-22

    Potential for more than minimal harm

65. GF0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.2024-08-15 · Health · corrected 2024-09-20

    Actual harm

66. DF0607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.2024-08-15 · Health · corrected 2024-09-20

    Potential for more than minimal harm

67. DF0610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.2024-08-15 · Health · corrected 2024-09-20

    Potential for more than minimal harm

68. DF0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.2024-08-15 · Health · corrected 2024-09-20

    Potential for more than minimal harm

69. DF0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.2024-08-15 · Health · corrected 2024-09-20

    Potential for more than minimal harm

70. GF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2024-08-15 · Health · corrected 2024-09-20

    Actual harm

71. DF0690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.2024-08-15 · Health · corrected 2024-09-20

    Potential for more than minimal harm

72. DF0761Ensure 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.2024-08-15 · Health · corrected 2024-09-20

    Potential for more than minimal harm

73. FF0557Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.2024-08-05 · Health · corrected 2024-09-20

    Potential for more than minimal harm

74. EF0585Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.2024-08-05 · Health · corrected 2024-09-20

    Potential for more than minimal harm

75. DF0626Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy.2024-08-05 · Health · corrected 2024-09-20

    Potential for more than minimal harm

76. DF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2024-08-05 · Health · corrected 2024-09-20

    Potential for more than minimal harm

77. FF0804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.2024-08-05 · Health · corrected 2024-09-20

    Potential for more than minimal harm

78. DF0805Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.2024-08-05 · Health · corrected 2024-09-20

    Potential for more than minimal harm

79. FF0806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.2024-08-05 · Health · corrected 2024-09-20

    Potential for more than minimal harm

80. FF0809Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.2024-08-05 · Health · corrected 2024-09-20

    Potential for more than minimal harm

81. EF0867Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.2024-08-05 · Health · corrected 2024-09-20

    Potential for more than minimal harm

82. EF0679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.2024-06-26 · Health · corrected 2024-07-09

    Potential for more than minimal harm

83. EF0803Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.2024-06-26 · Health · corrected 2024-07-09

    Potential for more than minimal harm

84. FF0809Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.2024-06-26 · Health · corrected 2024-07-09

    Potential for more than minimal harm

85. EF0921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.2024-06-26 · Health · corrected 2024-07-09

    Potential for more than minimal harm

86. EF0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.2024-05-22 · Health · corrected 2024-07-09

    Potential for more than minimal harm

87. EF0725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.2024-05-22 · Health · corrected 2024-07-09

    Potential for more than minimal harm

88. DF0760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.2024-05-22 · Health · corrected 2024-07-09

    Potential for more than minimal harm

89. FF0802Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.2024-05-22 · Health · corrected 2024-07-09

    Potential for more than minimal harm

90. EF0804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.2024-05-22 · Health · corrected 2024-07-09

    Potential for more than minimal harm

91. EF0805Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.2024-05-22 · Health · corrected 2024-07-09

    Potential for more than minimal harm

92. EF0806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.2024-05-22 · Health · corrected 2024-07-09

    Potential for more than minimal harm

93. EF0809Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.2024-05-22 · Health · corrected 2024-07-09

    Potential for more than minimal harm

94. DF0621Treat residents equally regarding transfer, discharge, and provision of services for all residents, regardless of payment source2024-02-13 · Health · corrected 2024-04-01

    Potential for more than minimal harm

95. DF0622Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.2024-02-13 · Health · corrected 2024-04-01

    Potential for more than minimal harm

96. DF0623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.2024-02-13 · Health · corrected 2024-04-01

    Potential for more than minimal harm

97. DF0624Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.2024-02-13 · Health · corrected 2024-04-01

    Potential for more than minimal harm

98. DF0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.2023-12-07 · Health · corrected 2024-01-23

    Potential for more than minimal harm

99. DF0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.2023-12-07 · Health · corrected 2024-01-23

    Potential for more than minimal harm

100. DF0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.2023-12-07 · Health · corrected 2024-01-23

     Potential for more than minimal harm

101. DF0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.2023-12-07 · Health · corrected 2024-01-23

     Potential for more than minimal harm

102. DF0693Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.2023-12-07 · Health · corrected 2024-01-23

     Potential for more than minimal harm

103. DF0760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.2023-12-07 · Health · corrected 2024-01-23

     Potential for more than minimal harm

104. DF0803Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.2023-12-07 · Health · corrected 2024-01-23

     Potential for more than minimal harm

105. DF0804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.2023-12-07 · Health · corrected 2024-01-23

     Potential for more than minimal harm

106. FF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2023-12-07 · Health · corrected 2024-01-23

     Potential for more than minimal harm

107. EF0814Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.2023-12-07 · Health · corrected 2024-01-23

     Potential for more than minimal harm

108. EF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2023-12-07 · Health · corrected 2024-01-23

     Potential for more than minimal harm

109. DF0760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.2023-10-03 · Health · corrected 2023-11-03

     Potential for more than minimal harm

110. FF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2023-10-03 · Health · corrected 2023-11-03

     Potential for more than minimal harm

111. DF0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.2023-06-27 · Health · corrected 2023-07-28

     Potential for more than minimal harm

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Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing Home Care Compare files (processed 2026-03-01). Citations show the 3 most recent inspection cycles.