nursing home in Altoona, PA

Hilltop Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

700 S. Cayuga Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602 · (814) 946-0471

★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★2
  • Staffing★★★★★2
  • Quality measures★★★★★3

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Hilltop Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center at a glance

Hilltop Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is a 133-bed for-profit nursing home in Altoona, Pennsylvania (Blair County).

CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Pennsylvania average of 3.

Residents receive about 3.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.9 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (December 11, 2025) found 13 health citations. The Pennsylvania average is 10.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 40.8% per year (state average 44.5%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Individual
Beds
133
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Abraham Smilow
Medicare-certified since
May 1, 1978
Resident/family council
Both
County
Blair County
CMS Certification Number
395241

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityPennsylvania avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 53 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 53 / 52.9 / 5Worse
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.6 / 53.6 / 5Worse
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)4 / 53.8 / 53.8 / 5Average
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)3 / 53.3 / 53.3 / 5Average

Staffing

This facility3.40 hrsPennsylvania average3.89 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Pennsylvania and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityPennsylvania avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.40 hrs3.89 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.49 hrs0.79 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.14 hrs2.19 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.19 hrs3.53 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)40.8%44.5%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)37.5%39.9%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)011Better

Inspections

This facility13Pennsylvania average10U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Pennsylvania and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityPennsylvania avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)13109Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)533Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)8282.480.6Average

Penalties

This facility0Pennsylvania average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Pennsylvania and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityPennsylvania avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$25,774$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityPennsylvania avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds133127107
Average residents per day11110586
Occupancy83.1%84%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility3.2%Pennsylvania average3.1%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Pennsylvania and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityPennsylvania avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)3.2%3.1%3.2%Average
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)4.3%4.8%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)21.6%17.7%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)5.1%1.5%1.6%Worse
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)2.9%0.7%0.8%Worse
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)25.3%16.8%13.9%Worse
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)20.7%17%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)4.1%6.2%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)9.6%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)24.8%20%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)23.7%25.5%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)88.8%93.5%95.5%Worse
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)98.8%87.5%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility0.6%Pennsylvania average1.4%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Pennsylvania and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityPennsylvania avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)0.6%1.4%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)57.6%68.7%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)87.2%70%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 43 health deficiencies and 11 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
May 19, 2026
Complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 8, 2026
March 19, 2026
Complaint
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0809
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 17, 2026
March 19, 2026
Complaint
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 17, 2026
March 19, 2026
Complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 17, 2026
March 19, 2026
Complaint
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0802
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 17, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 23, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 23, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 23, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 23, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 23, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 23, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 23, 2026
December 11, 2025
Standard
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 23, 2026
August 26, 2025
Complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 30, 2025
April 1, 2025
Complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 20, 2025
January 17, 2025
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 28, 2025
January 17, 2025
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 28, 2025
January 17, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 28, 2025
January 17, 2025
Standard
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 5, 2025
January 17, 2025
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 5, 2025
January 17, 2025
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 5, 2025
January 17, 2025
Standard
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 5, 2025
January 17, 2025
Standard
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 5, 2025
January 17, 2025
Standard
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 5, 2025
January 17, 2025
Standard
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.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 5, 2025
January 17, 2025
Standard
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0638
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 5, 2025
January 17, 2025
Standard
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 5, 2025
January 17, 2025
Standard
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 5, 2025
January 17, 2025
Standard
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 5, 2025
January 17, 2025
Standard
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 5, 2025
January 17, 2025
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
B
No harm, pattern
Corrected March 5, 2025
September 23, 2024
Complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 29, 2024
February 1, 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 February 23, 2024
February 1, 2024
Fire safety
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 23, 2024
February 1, 2024
Fire safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 23, 2024
February 1, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 23, 2024
February 1, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 23, 2024
February 1, 2024
Fire safety
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 23, 2024
February 1, 2024
Fire safety
Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0912
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 23, 2024
February 1, 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 February 23, 2024
February 1, 2024
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 14, 2024
February 1, 2024
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 14, 2024
February 1, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 14, 2024
February 1, 2024
Standard
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.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 14, 2024
February 1, 2024
Standard
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0699
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 14, 2024
February 1, 2024
Standard
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 14, 2024
February 1, 2024
Standard
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 14, 2024
February 1, 2024
Standard
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 14, 2024
February 1, 2024
Standard
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 14, 2024
February 1, 2024
Standard
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 14, 2024
February 1, 2024
Standard
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 14, 2024
February 1, 2024
Standard
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 14, 2024
January 25, 2024
Complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 11, 2024
January 25, 2024
Complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 11, 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.

NameRoleShareSince
GHC SNF OPCO HOLDING COMPANY LLC
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest100%04/01/2023
SMILOW, ABRAHAM
Individual
5% or greater indirect ownership interest95%04/01/2023
ANDOLINA, MELISSA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2023
GHC CONSULTING COMPANY LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2023
GHC SNF PROPCO HOLDING COMPANY LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2023
HILLEL TROPPER 2016 IRREVOCABLE TRUST
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2023
HILLVIEW SNF PROPCO COMPANY LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2023
HMTL LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE05/30/2025
LADS AVENUE ASSOCIATES LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2023
MOSHE TROOPER 2016 IRREVOCABLE TRUST
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2023
SCHARF, BRETT
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2023
SMILOW, ABRAHAM
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2023
T3 REAL ESTATE INITIATIVES LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2023
TRAVITSKY, BARUCH
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2023
SMILOW, ABRAHAM
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2023
HILLEL TROPPER 2016 IRREVOCABLE TRUST
Organization
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2023
LADS AVENUE ASSOCIATES LLC
Organization
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2023
MOSHE TROOPER 2016 IRREVOCABLE TRUST
Organization
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2023
T3 INITIATIVES LLC
Organization
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2023
TRAVITSKY, BARUCH
Individual
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2023
ANDOLINA, MELISSA
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2023
SCHARF, BRETT
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2023
SMILOW, ABRAHAM
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2023
ANDOLINA, MELISSA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2023
SCHARF, BRETT
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2023
SMILOW, ABRAHAM
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2023

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Frequently asked questions

What is Hilltop Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center's rating?

Hilltop Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Pennsylvania nursing homes is 3 stars.

How many inspection citations did Hilltop Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 13 citations, compared with a Pennsylvania average of 10. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Hilltop Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center 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 Hilltop Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center?

It is for profit - individual and part of Abraham Smilow. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Hilltop Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?

Hilltop Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is at 700 S. Cayuga Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602. Phone: (814) 946-0471.

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.