nursing home in Philadelphia, PA
Simpson House INC
2101 Belmont Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19131 · (215) 878-3600
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Simpson House INC at a glance
Simpson House INC is a 142-bed non-profit nursing home in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (Philadelphia County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Pennsylvania average of 3.
Residents receive about 4.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 3, 2026) found 0 health citations. The Pennsylvania average is 10.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 142
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- January 16, 1967
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Philadelphia County
- CMS Certification Number
- 395121
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.09 hrs | 3.89 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.72 hrs | 0.79 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.42 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.88 hrs | 3.53 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 0 | 10 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 7 | 82.4 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $25,774 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 142 | 127 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 66 | 105 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 46.5% | 84% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2.4% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6.8% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 5% | 17.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 4.2% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 9.1% | 16.8% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 19.4% | 17% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 8% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.8% | 10.8% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 8.7% | 20% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 27.7% | 25.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 94.4% | 93.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 95.1% | 87.5% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 66.9% | 68.7% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 48.1% | 70% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 5 health deficiencies and 8 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 3, 2026 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 30, 2026 |
| April 3, 2026 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 30, 2026 |
| April 24, 2025 Fire safety | Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0541 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 30, 2025 |
| April 24, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 30, 2025 |
| April 24, 2025 Standard | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0851 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 30, 2025 |
| April 24, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 30, 2025 |
| April 24, 2025 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 30, 2025 |
| July 3, 2024 Fire safety | Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0916 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 30, 2024 |
| July 3, 2024 Fire safety | Install proper backup exit lighting. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0281 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 30, 2024 |
| July 3, 2024 Fire safety | Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0131 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 30, 2024 |
| July 3, 2024 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 30, 2024 |
| July 3, 2024 Standard | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| July 3, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIMPSON SENIOR SERVICES Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 02/01/1998 |
| ARGENTIERI, SUSAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2007 |
| BREISH, CHARLES Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| SIMPSON SENIOR SERVICES Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/12/2025 |
| COYLE, RICHARD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2015 |
| SIMPSON SENIOR SERVICES Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/1998 |
| ARGENTIERI, SUSAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2007 |
| COYLE, RICHARD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2015 |
| SIMPSON SENIOR SERVICES Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/1998 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Simpson House INC's rating?
Simpson House INC has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Pennsylvania nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Simpson House INC receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a Pennsylvania average of 10. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Simpson House INC accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Simpson House INC?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Simpson House INC and how do I contact it?
Simpson House INC is at 2101 Belmont Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19131. Phone: (215) 878-3600.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.