nursing home in Honey Brook, PA
Hickory House Nursing Home
3120 Horseshoe Pike, Honey Brook, PA 19344 · (610) 273-2915
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- 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
Hickory House Nursing Home at a glance
Hickory House Nursing Home is a 110-bed for-profit nursing home in Honey Brook, Pennsylvania (Chester County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Pennsylvania average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 14, 2026) found 6 health citations. The Pennsylvania average is 10.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 48.7% per year (state average 44.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 110
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Life Care Centers of America
- Medicare-certified since
- December 12, 1978
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Chester County
- CMS Certification Number
- 395436
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) | 4 / 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) | 5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 3.66 hrs | 3.89 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.86 hrs | 0.79 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.94 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.36 hrs | 3.53 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 48.7% | 44.5% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 46.2% | 39.9% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 6 | 10 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 26 | 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 | 110 | 127 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 100 | 105 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 91% | 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) | 4.1% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.7% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 16.4% | 17.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.7% | 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) | 9.6% | 16.8% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 11.2% | 17% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.8% | 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) | 20.3% | 20% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 32.7% | 25.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.7% | 93.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 95.2% | 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) | 1.1% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 76% | 68.7% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 89.9% | 70% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 16 health deficiencies and 15 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 14, 2026 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 16, 2026 |
| May 14, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 16, 2026 |
| May 14, 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 June 16, 2026 |
| May 14, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected June 16, 2026 |
| May 14, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 29, 2026 |
| May 14, 2026 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 May 29, 2026 |
| May 14, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 29, 2026 |
| May 14, 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 May 29, 2026 |
| May 14, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 29, 2026 |
| April 14, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 23, 2026 |
| June 6, 2025 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 10, 2025 |
| June 6, 2025 Fire safety | Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0133 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 10, 2025 |
| June 6, 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 July 10, 2025 |
| June 6, 2025 Standard | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 18, 2025 |
| June 6, 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 June 18, 2025 |
| June 6, 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 June 18, 2025 |
| June 6, 2025 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 18, 2025 |
| May 31, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 31, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 31, 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 June 25, 2024 |
| May 31, 2024 Fire safety | Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0912 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 31, 2024 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 31, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 31, 2024 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 31, 2024 Fire safety | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0347 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected June 25, 2024 |
| May 31, 2024 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 June 19, 2024 |
| May 31, 2024 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 19, 2024 |
| May 31, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 19, 2024 |
| May 31, 2024 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 June 19, 2024 |
| May 31, 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 June 19, 2024 |
| September 15, 2023 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 October 3, 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.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAMPBELL, KELLI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/03/2025 |
| GRAF, ANDREW Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/03/2025 |
| HONEY BROOK MEDICAL INVESTORS LP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/10/2003 |
| LIFE CARE AFFILIATES II Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/10/2003 |
| LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/03/2025 |
| PRESTON, FORREST Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/10/2003 |
| CROSS, CINDY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/21/1994 |
| HENRY, TERRY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/16/1999 |
| LAY, LISA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/09/2018 |
| SWANKER, RICHARD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2011 |
| THURMOND, JOAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2000 |
| LIFE CARE AFFILIATES II Organization | general partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/26/1993 |
| DEVELOPERS INVESTMENT COMPANY INC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/26/1993 |
| PRESTON, FORREST Individual | limited partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/1988 |
| ADIO, OLAYEMI Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/27/2023 |
| CAMPBELL, KELLI Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/26/2022 |
| LONG, ZOFIA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/15/2004 |
| ADIO, OLAYEMI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/27/2023 |
| CAMPBELL, KELLI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/26/2022 |
| DEVELOPERS INVESTMENT COMPANY INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/26/1993 |
| FLETCHER, TODD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2024 |
| GRAF, ANDREW Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2023 |
| HONEY BROOK MEDICAL INVESTORS LP Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/04/1988 |
| LIFE CARE AFFILIATES II Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/26/1993 |
| LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/02/1988 |
| LONG, ZOFIA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/15/2004 |
| PRESTON, AUBREY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2024 |
| ZIEGLER, JAMES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Hickory House Nursing Home's rating?
Hickory House Nursing Home 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 Hickory House Nursing Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a Pennsylvania average of 10. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Hickory House Nursing Home 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 Hickory House Nursing Home?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Life Care Centers of America. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Hickory House Nursing Home and how do I contact it?
Hickory House Nursing Home is at 3120 Horseshoe Pike, Honey Brook, PA 19344. Phone: (610) 273-2915.
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.