nursing home in Erie, PA

Ball Pavilion, the

5416 East Lake Road, Erie, PA 16511 · (814) 899-8600

★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★4
  • Staffing★★★★★5
  • Quality measures★★★★★2
  • CMS high performer

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

Ball Pavilion, the at a glance

Ball Pavilion, the is a 85-bed non-profit nursing home in Erie, Pennsylvania (Erie County).

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

Residents receive about 4.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.9 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (March 27, 2026) found 8 health citations. The Pennsylvania average is 10.

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

Nursing staff turnover is 39% per year (state average 44.5%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
Non Profit - Corporation
Beds
85
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare-certified since
December 1, 1978
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Erie County
CMS Certification Number
395401

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityPennsylvania avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53 / 53 / 5Better
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Better
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53 / 52.9 / 5Better
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 53.6 / 53.6 / 5Worse
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)1 / 53.8 / 53.8 / 5Worse
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)2 / 53.3 / 53.3 / 5Worse

Staffing

This facility4.55 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)4.55 hrs3.89 hrs3.86 hrsBetter
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.86 hrs0.79 hrs0.69 hrsBetter
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.79 hrs2.19 hrs2.32 hrsBetter
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.88 hrs3.53 hrs3.42 hrsBetter
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)39%44.5%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)9.1%39.9%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)011Better

Inspections

This facility8Pennsylvania 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)8109Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)033Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)3382.480.6Better

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 beds85127107
Average residents per day6010586
Occupancy70.8%84%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility5.2%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)5.2%3.1%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)8.8%4.8%4.6%Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)24.7%17.7%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)1.2%1.5%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0.7%0.7%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)34.6%16.8%13.9%Worse
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)47.1%17%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)5.1%6.2%5.2%Average
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)0.9%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)28.8%20%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)41.2%25.5%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)91.4%93.5%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)99.2%87.5%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility1.5%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)1.5%1.4%1.6%Average
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)72.3%68.7%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)72.9%70%82%Worse

Inspection citations

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

DateCitationSeverityStatus
March 27, 2026
Fire safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 9, 2026
March 27, 2026
Fire safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 9, 2026
March 27, 2026
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 April 9, 2026
March 27, 2026
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 May 25, 2026
March 27, 2026
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 25, 2026
March 27, 2026
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 May 25, 2026
March 27, 2026
Standard
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 25, 2026
March 27, 2026
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 May 25, 2026
March 27, 2026
Standard
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 25, 2026
March 27, 2026
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 May 25, 2026
March 27, 2026
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 25, 2026
March 21, 2025
Fire safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 16, 2025
March 21, 2025
Fire safety
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 21, 2025
March 21, 2025
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 16, 2025
March 21, 2025
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 21, 2025
March 21, 2025
Fire safety
Meet other general requirements.
Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0100
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected May 21, 2025
March 21, 2025
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected June 16, 2025
March 21, 2025
Standard
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 20, 2025
March 21, 2025
Standard
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 20, 2025
March 21, 2025
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
B
No harm, pattern
Corrected May 20, 2025
April 18, 2024
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected June 12, 2024
April 18, 2024
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
B
No harm, pattern
Corrected June 12, 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
THE BALL PAVILION
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest100%12/15/1977
MARQUETTE SAVINGS BANK
Organization
5% or greater mortgage interestNOT APPLICABLE12/14/2023
BREVILLIER VILLAGE FOUNDATION INC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/28/2025
LEARN, AMY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/04/2022
THE BALL PAVILION
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE12/15/1977
WIESER, JEFFREY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2014
ELBERFELD, RICHARD
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE10/19/2023
FAULHABER, GARY
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE10/27/2022
FIFE, WILLIAM
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE10/28/2021
HAWRYLIW, JAMES
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE03/21/2019
LEARN, AMY
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE04/04/2022
MC CLURE, CHRISTINE
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE10/19/2021
PLIZGA, SUSAN
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE10/27/2022
WIESER, JEFFREY
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE04/16/1987
BREVILLIER VILLAGE FOUNDATION INC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE07/01/1987
WIESER, JEFFREY
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2014
ELBERFELD, RICHARD
Individual
trustee of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/19/2023
FAULHABER, GARY
Individual
trustee of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/27/2022
FIFE, WILLIAM
Individual
trustee of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/28/2021
HAWRYLIW, JAMES
Individual
trustee of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/21/2019
MC CLURE, CHRISTINE
Individual
trustee of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/19/2021
PLIZGA, SUSAN
Individual
trustee of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/27/2022

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Frequently asked questions

What is Ball Pavilion, the's rating?

Ball Pavilion, the 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 Ball Pavilion, the receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 8 citations, compared with a Pennsylvania average of 10. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Ball Pavilion, the 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 Ball Pavilion, the?

It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Ball Pavilion, the and how do I contact it?

Ball Pavilion, the is at 5416 East Lake Road, Erie, PA 16511. Phone: (814) 899-8600.

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.