Nursing homes › Pennsylvania › Bethlehem › Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
2021 Westgate Drive, Bethlehem, PA 18017 · (610) 865-6077 · 227 certified beds
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Open your comparisonCMS overall star rating: this provider 1/5; median among 652 providers with a published value in the same state and provider category: 3/5.
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Per CMS filings, this facility is affiliated with Genesis Healthcare, a group operating 184 facilities in 18 states. Group record: average rating 2.4/5, 27 abuse citation icons, 18 facilities on the Special Focus list, $7,729,601 in federal fines. This facility rates below its group average (2.4/5).
Total nurse staffing: 3.30 (Pennsylvania median: 3.63). RN hours: 0.43. Weekend total: 2.90. Nursing staff turnover: 52%.
In the downloaded CMS dataset: 33 deficiency citations, including 1 at immediate-jeopardy level. Below: up to 40 most recent citations from 2023 onward (severity letters explained in methodology).
| Survey date | Deficiency | Sev. | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-30 | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. | D | complaint | corrected 2026-07-13 |
| 2026-06-30 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | complaint | corrected 2026-07-13 |
| 2026-06-30 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | complaint | corrected 2026-07-13 |
| 2026-06-09 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | J | complaint | Past Non-Compliance |
| 2026-06-02 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | complaint | corrected 2026-06-13 |
| 2026-04-29 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | complaint | corrected 2026-06-05 |
| 2026-04-29 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D | complaint | corrected 2026-06-05 |
| 2025-09-05 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. | E | Health | corrected 2025-10-14 |
| 2025-09-05 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | E | Health | corrected 2025-10-14 |
| 2025-09-05 | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. | D | Health | corrected 2025-10-14 |
| 2025-09-05 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Health | corrected 2025-10-14 |
| 2025-09-05 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Health | corrected 2025-10-14 |
| 2025-09-05 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Health | corrected 2025-10-14 |
| 2025-09-05 | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. | D | Health | corrected 2025-10-14 |
| 2025-09-05 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. | C | Health | corrected 2025-10-14 |
| 2025-07-25 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | complaint | corrected 2025-08-12 |
| 2025-07-01 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | complaint | corrected 2025-07-23 |
| 2024-11-27 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Health | corrected 2024-12-18 |
| 2024-11-27 | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. | D | Health | corrected 2024-12-18 |
| 2024-07-26 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | B | complaint | corrected 2024-08-20 |
| 2024-06-11 | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. | D | complaint | corrected 2024-07-09 |
| 2023-11-02 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | E | Health | corrected 2023-12-19 |
| 2023-11-02 | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. | E | Health | corrected 2023-12-19 |
| 2023-11-02 | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. | E | Health | corrected 2023-12-19 |
| 2023-11-02 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | E | Health | corrected 2023-12-19 |
| 2023-11-02 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Health | corrected 2023-12-19 |
| 2023-11-02 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. | D | Health | corrected 2023-12-19 |
| 2023-11-02 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Health | corrected 2023-12-19 |
| 2023-11-02 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Health | corrected 2023-12-19 |
| 2023-11-02 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Health | corrected 2023-12-19 |
| 2023-11-02 | 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. | C | Health | corrected 2023-12-19 |
| 2023-11-02 | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | C | Health | corrected 2023-12-19 |
| 2023-09-19 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | complaint | corrected 2023-10-19 |
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-29 | Fine | $27,378 |
| Name | Role | Type | % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GENESIS PM PA OPERATIONS LLC | 5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest | Organization | 100% | since 11/14/2022 |
| FC-GEN OPERATIONS INVESTMENT LLC | 5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest | Organization | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | since 11/14/2022 |
| GEN OPERATIONS I LLC | 5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest | Organization | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | since 11/14/2022 |
| GEN OPERATIONS II LLC | 5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest | Organization | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | since 11/14/2022 |
| GENESIS HEALTHCARE INC | 5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest | Organization | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | since 11/14/2022 |
| GENESIS HEALTHCARE LLC | 5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest | Organization | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | since 11/14/2022 |
| GENESIS HOLDINGS LLC | 5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest | Organization | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | since 11/14/2022 |
| GHC HOLDINGS LLC | 5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest | Organization | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | since 11/14/2022 |
| SUN HEALTHCARE GROUP INC | 5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest | Organization | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | since 11/14/2022 |
| WHITMAN, ARNOLD | 5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest | Individual | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | since 06/01/2020 |
| BERG, MICHAEL | Corporate Officer | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 11/14/2022 |
| BRIDGEFORD, LAURA | Corporate Officer | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 06/01/2024 |
| MENDELSON, AVI | Corporate Officer | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 01/01/2024 |
| AVERSA, THADDEUS | Operational/Managerial Control | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 06/01/2023 |
| CALLAZO, NANCY | Operational/Managerial Control | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 06/01/2023 |
How to cite this page: CareRecords, “Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation — compliance, penalty and ownership record” (CCN 395429), compiled from the CMS Provider Data Catalog, August 2026 release. https://carerecords.org/nursing-home/bethlehem-south-skilled-nursing-and-rehabilitation-bethlehem-pa/
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog (August 2026 release) — provider file, deficiency file, ownership file, penalty file. CCN 395429. Corrections: data@carerecords.org.