Nursing homes › Pennsylvania › Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
2021 Westgate Drive, Bethlehem, PA 18017 · 6108656077 · 227 certified beds
Per CMS filings, this facility is affiliated with Genesis Healthcare, a group operating 185 facilities in 18 states. Group record: average rating 2.4/5, 25 abuse citation icons, 18 facilities on the Special Focus list, $7,901,461 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%.
All-time on record: 28 deficiency citations. Below: citations from 2023 onward (severity letters explained in methodology).
| Survey date | Deficiency | Sev. | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog (July 2026 release) — provider file, deficiency file, ownership file, penalty file. CCN 395429. Corrections: data@carerecords.org.