nursing home in Spring House, PA

Silver Stream Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

905 Penllyn Pike, Spring House, PA 19477 · (215) 646-1500

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

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

Silver Stream Rehabilitation and Nursing Center at a glance

Silver Stream Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Spring House, Pennsylvania (Montgomery 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 (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.9 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (January 23, 2026) found 16 health citations. The Pennsylvania average is 10.

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

Nursing staff turnover is 58% per year (state average 44.5%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Limited Liability Company
Beds
120
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare-certified since
March 1, 1977
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Montgomery County
CMS Certification Number
395354

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)2 / 53.3 / 53.3 / 5Worse

Staffing

This facility3.36 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)3.36 hrs3.89 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.36 hrs0.79 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.01 hrs2.19 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.14 hrs3.53 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)58%44.5%45.8%Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)71.4%39.9%42.9%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)211Worse

Inspections

This facility16Pennsylvania 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)16109Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)733Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)7482.480.6Better

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 beds120127107
Average residents per day10510586
Occupancy87.8%84%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility2.6%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)2.6%3.1%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)4.7%4.8%4.6%Average
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)28.2%17.7%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0%1.5%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0.4%0.7%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)5.9%16.8%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)3.8%17%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)7.2%6.2%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)3.1%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)15.5%20%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)24.9%25.5%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)100%93.5%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)77.2%87.5%93.6%Worse

Short-stay residents

This facility1.4%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)1.4%1.4%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)17.9%68.7%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)15.5%70%82%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 53 health deficiencies and 12 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
June 2, 2026
Complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 3, 2026
June 2, 2026
Complaint
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 July 1, 2026
June 2, 2026
Complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 3, 2026
April 10, 2026
Complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 15, 2026
April 10, 2026
Complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 15, 2026
March 25, 2026
Complaint
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 13, 2026
March 25, 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 April 15, 2026
January 23, 2026
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 February 25, 2026
January 23, 2026
Standard
Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0659
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 25, 2026
January 23, 2026
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 February 25, 2026
January 23, 2026
Standard
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 25, 2026
January 23, 2026
Standard
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0791
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 25, 2026
January 23, 2026
Standard
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 25, 2026
January 23, 2026
Standard
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 25, 2026
January 23, 2026
Standard
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 25, 2026
January 23, 2026
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 February 25, 2026
July 1, 2025
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 August 1, 2025
April 1, 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 April 24, 2025
December 12, 2024
Fire safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 24, 2025
December 12, 2024
Fire safety
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0225
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 5, 2025
December 12, 2024
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 24, 2025
December 12, 2024
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 24, 2025
December 12, 2024
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 24, 2025
December 12, 2024
Fire safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected January 24, 2025
December 12, 2024
Standard
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 5, 2025
December 12, 2024
Standard
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 5, 2025
December 12, 2024
Standard
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 February 5, 2025
December 12, 2024
Standard
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 5, 2025
December 12, 2024
Standard
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 5, 2025
December 12, 2024
Standard
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0568
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 5, 2025
December 12, 2024
Standard
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 5, 2025
December 12, 2024
Standard
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0660
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 5, 2025
December 12, 2024
Standard
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0676
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 5, 2025
December 12, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 5, 2025
December 12, 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 February 5, 2025
December 12, 2024
Standard
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0925
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 5, 2025
March 18, 2024
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 10, 2024
February 27, 2024
Fire safety
Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.
Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0133
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 6, 2024
February 27, 2024
Standard
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 1, 2024
February 27, 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 April 1, 2024
February 27, 2024
Standard
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 1, 2024
February 27, 2024
Standard
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 1, 2024
February 27, 2024
Standard
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 1, 2024
February 27, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 1, 2024
February 27, 2024
Standard
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0553
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 1, 2024
February 27, 2024
Standard
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0557
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 1, 2024
February 27, 2024
Standard
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 1, 2024
February 27, 2024
Standard
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 1, 2024
February 27, 2024
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 April 1, 2024
February 27, 2024
Standard
Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0646
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 1, 2024
February 27, 2024
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 April 1, 2024
February 27, 2024
Standard
Provide appropriate foot care.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0687
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 1, 2024
February 27, 2024
Standard
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 1, 2024
February 27, 2024
Standard
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0694
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 1, 2024
February 27, 2024
Standard
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 1, 2024
February 27, 2024
Standard
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 April 1, 2024
February 27, 2024
Standard
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 1, 2024
February 27, 2024
Standard
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0947
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 1, 2024
January 25, 2024
Complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 1, 2024
January 25, 2024
Complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 1, 2024
October 31, 2023
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 December 8, 2023
May 4, 2023
Fire safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 7, 2023
May 4, 2023
Fire safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected July 7, 2023
May 4, 2023
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected August 8, 2023
May 4, 2023
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected July 7, 2023

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
LICHTSCHEIN, AARON
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest15%06/04/2021
LICHTSCHEIN, RAPHAEL
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest32%06/04/2021
MULLER, MARTIN
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest28%06/04/2021
LICHTSCHEIN, RAPHAEL
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE06/04/2021
LICHTSCHEIN, RAPHAEL
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/04/2021
GEWIRTZMAN, YEHUDAH
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE06/04/2021

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Frequently asked questions

What is Silver Stream Rehabilitation and Nursing Center's rating?

Silver Stream Rehabilitation and Nursing 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 Silver Stream Rehabilitation and Nursing Center receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 16 citations, compared with a Pennsylvania average of 10. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Silver Stream Rehabilitation and Nursing 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 Silver Stream Rehabilitation and Nursing Center?

It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Silver Stream Rehabilitation and Nursing Center and how do I contact it?

Silver Stream Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is at 905 Penllyn Pike, Spring House, PA 19477. Phone: (215) 646-1500.

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.