Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation

Nursing Home · Bethlehem, PA

CMS overall rating 1/5 Abuse citation For profit - Corporation

CMS certification number395429
This facility was cited for abuse, neglect or exploitation in a recent inspection (CMS abuse icon).

Contact & location

2021 Westgate Drive
Bethlehem, PA 18017
Lehigh County
Phone
(610) 865-6077
ZIP code
18017 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
227
Residents per day
195.0 (86% occupied)
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Legal name
2021 Westgate Drive Operations LLC
Chain
Genesis Healthcare (184 facilities, avg 2.4★)
Medicare certified since
December 26, 1978
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Resident council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 1/5
State avg 3.0
Health inspections★★★★★ 2/5
State avg 2.8
Staffing★★★★★ 1/5
State avg 3.0
Quality measures★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 3.6
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 4/5
Short-stay quality★★★★★ 2/5

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
3.30 (state 3.89 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
0.43 (state 0.79 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
0.93 (state 0.91 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
1.94 (state 2.19 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
2.90 (state 3.53 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
52.2 (state 44.5 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
64.0 (state 39.9 · U.S. 42.9)%
Administrators who left
1 in the last year

Inspections

Last standard inspection
September 5, 2025
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
15.0 (state 10.1 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
7
Citations on record (3 years)
33 health · 0 fire safety · includes immediate jeopardy
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2026-06-30 Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
F0605 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 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.
F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 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.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 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.
F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 J
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety		 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.
F0580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-06-13
2026-04-29 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 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.
F0690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-06-05
2025-09-05 Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
F0607 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-14
2025-09-05 Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
F0695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-14
2025-09-05 Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
F0554 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-14
2025-09-05 Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
F0609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-14
2025-09-05 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-10-14
2025-09-05 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 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.
F0688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 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.
F0628 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 C
No actual harm, potential for minimal harm		 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.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 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.
F0580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-07-23
2024-11-27 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 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.
F0688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 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.
F0623 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 B
No actual harm, potential for minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-08-20
2024-06-11 Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
F0685 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 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.
F0623 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 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.
F0625 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 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.
F0688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-12-19
2023-11-02 Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
F0697 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 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.
F0580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-12-19
2023-11-02 Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
F0607 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-12-19
2023-11-02 Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
F0641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-12-19
2023-11-02 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-12-19
2023-11-02 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 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.
F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 C
No actual harm, potential for minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-12-19
2023-11-02 Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
F0814 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 C
No actual harm, potential for minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-12-19
2023-09-19 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-10-19

Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results

Fines & penalties

1 penalty in the last three years, including $27,378 in fines.

DateTypeAmount
2026-04-29Fine$27,378

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Genesis PM PA Operations LLC (organization)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 100%
Fc-Gen Operations Investment LLC (organization)5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest
Gen Operations I LLC (organization)5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest
Gen Operations II LLC (organization)5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest
Genesis Healthcare INC (organization)5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest
Genesis Healthcare LLC (organization)5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest
Genesis Holdings LLC (organization)5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest
GHC Holdings LLC (organization)5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest
Sun Healthcare Group INC (organization)5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest
Whitman, Arnold (individual)5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest
Aversa, Thaddeus (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Callazo, Nancy (individual)Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE
Berg, Michael (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Bridgeford, Laura (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Mendelson, Avi (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Aversa, Thaddeus (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE
Callazo, Nancy (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation?

Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation has a 1-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.0-star average in Pennsylvania.

How many beds does Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation have?

It has 227 certified beds and cares for about 195 residents per day.

Has Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation been fined?

Yes. CMS lists 1 penalty totaling $27,378 in the last three years.

Who owns Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation?

It is part of Genesis Healthcare and is classified as for profit - corporation. See the ownership table above for all owners and managers reported to CMS.

What is the phone number of Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation?

(610) 865-6077. The facility is located at 2021 Westgate Drive, Bethlehem, PA 18017.

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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.