nursing home in Lansdale, PA
Dock Terrace
275 Dock Drive, Lansdale, PA 19446 · (215) 368-4438
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Dock Terrace at a glance
Dock Terrace is a 72-bed non-profit nursing home in Lansdale, Pennsylvania (Montgomery County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Pennsylvania average of 3.
Residents receive about 4.6 hours of nursing care per day (1.1 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 11, 2025) found 0 health citations. The Pennsylvania average is 10.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 26.7% per year (state average 44.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 72
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- December 9, 1982
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Montgomery County
- CMS Certification Number
- 395557
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) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 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) | 4.59 hrs | 3.89 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.14 hrs | 0.79 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.86 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.14 hrs | 3.53 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 26.7% | 44.5% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 11.1% | 39.9% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 0 | 10 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 0 | 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 | 72 | 127 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 70 | 105 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 96.7% | 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) | 4.6% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.6% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 16.1% | 17.7% | 15.4% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.1% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 31.3% | 16.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 31% | 17% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.4% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 32.6% | 20% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 31.8% | 25.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.5% | 93.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 87.5% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2.7% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 83.3% | 68.7% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 70% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 0 health deficiencies and 2 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 11, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 16, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 16, 2025 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAIMOWITZ, DANIEL Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2014 |
| ALDERFER, JAMES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/24/2008 |
| BERGEY, LUKE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2020 |
| BRUBAKER, EDWARD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/24/2008 |
| DERSTEIN, MAURA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| DERSTINE, ZACHARIAH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2022 |
| DUERKSEN, JOHN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2011 |
| GINGRICH, JOHN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| HUNSBERGER, BRYAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/24/2008 |
| KOLB, AMY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/31/2017 |
| KOLB, LYLE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/24/2008 |
| MEYER, JOSHUA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2019 |
| RUTH, JANE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/31/2017 |
| WEAVER, WENDELL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2018 |
| LIVING BRANCHES Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/24/2008 |
| BRUBAKER, EDWARD Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/24/2008 |
| HAWKINS, NAOMI Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/10/2020 |
| REIFF, LISA Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/13/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Dock Terrace's rating?
Dock Terrace 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 Dock Terrace 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 Dock Terrace 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 Dock Terrace?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Dock Terrace and how do I contact it?
Dock Terrace is at 275 Dock Drive, Lansdale, PA 19446. Phone: (215) 368-4438.
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.