B+
81/100Ambler Extended Care Center Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (AMBLER, Pennsylvania)
32 SOUTH BETHLEHEM PIKE, AMBLER, Pennsylvania 19002
Phone: 2156467050
CMS Overall:5/5
Overview & Bed Count
Certified Beds
100
Avg Residents/Day
93
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Montgomery
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No
CMS Star Ratings
Overall5/5
Health4/5
Staffing2/5
Quality5/5
Nurse Staffing Check
| Metric | This Facility | Pennsylvania Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours per Resident per Day | 0.54 | 0.78 | -0.24 |
| Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day | 3.42 | 3.90 | -0.48 |
| CMS Staffing Rating | 2/5 | 3.1/5 | - |
| Nursing Staff Turnover | 51.2% | 44.6% | - |
Health Citation History
10 health citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-20 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | J – Immediate Jeopardy |
| 2026-03-11 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-03-11 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-03-11 | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-02-27 | Environmental Deficiencies | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-02-27 | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | C – Minimal Harm Potential |
| 2024-03-01 | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-03-01 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-03-01 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-03-01 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
Fire Safety Citation History
23 fire safety citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-11 | Smoke Deficiencies | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-03-11 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-03-11 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-03-11 | Construction Deficiencies | Meet other general requirements. | C – Minimal Harm Potential |
| 2025-02-27 | Smoke Deficiencies | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-02-27 | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-02-27 | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-02-27 | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-02-27 | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-02-27 | Services Deficiencies | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-02-27 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-02-27 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-02-27 | Egress Deficiencies | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-02-27 | Egress Deficiencies | Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-02-27 | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-02-27 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-02-27 | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | List the names and contact information of those in the facility. | C – Minimal Harm Potential |
| 2025-02-27 | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. | C – Minimal Harm Potential |
| 2025-02-27 | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Meet requirements for operating features, such as evacuation plans, fire drills, smoking regulations, draperies, decorations and the inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors. | C – Minimal Harm Potential |
| 2024-03-01 | Smoke Deficiencies | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-03-01 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-03-01 | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-03-01 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
Total Penalties & Fines
$13,070
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
1
Number of Fines
1
Total Penalties
| Date | Type | Fine Amount | Payment Denial |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-20 | Fine | $13,070 | - |
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