nursing home in Elkins Park, PA
Elkins Crest Health & Rehabilitation Center
265 E. Township Line Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027 · (215) 379-2700
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Elkins Crest Health & Rehabilitation Center at a glance
Elkins Crest Health & Rehabilitation Center is a 150-bed for-profit nursing home in Elkins Park, Pennsylvania (Montgomery County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Pennsylvania average of 3.
Residents receive about 3 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 (September 12, 2025) found 9 health citations. The Pennsylvania average is 10.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $8,152.
Nursing staff turnover is 27.6% per year (state average 44.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 150
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Saber Healthcare Group
- Medicare-certified since
- November 26, 1985
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Montgomery County
- CMS Certification Number
- 395711
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| 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) | 3.04 hrs | 3.89 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.37 hrs | 0.79 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.71 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.77 hrs | 3.53 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 27.6% | 44.5% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 57.1% | 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) | 9 | 10 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 33 | 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) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $8,152 | $25,774 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 150 | 127 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 146 | 105 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 97.4% | 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) | 0.6% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.9% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 4.2% | 17.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 12.6% | 16.8% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 10.6% | 17% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.1% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 33.5% | 10.8% | 12.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 25.6% | 20% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 24.6% | 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) | 90.6% | 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) | 0% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 69.6% | 68.7% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 53.9% | 70% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 18 health deficiencies and 4 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 17, 2026 Complaint | 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 February 26, 2026 |
| September 12, 2025 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 13, 2025 |
| September 12, 2025 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 13, 2025 |
| September 12, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 13, 2025 |
| September 12, 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 October 13, 2025 |
| September 12, 2025 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 October 13, 2025 |
| September 12, 2025 Standard | Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0790 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 13, 2025 |
| September 12, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 13, 2025 |
| September 12, 2025 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected October 13, 2025 |
| September 12, 2025 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected October 13, 2025 |
| September 12, 2025 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected October 13, 2025 |
| November 14, 2024 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected November 10, 2024 |
| October 8, 2024 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected November 15, 2024 |
| October 8, 2024 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected November 15, 2024 |
| October 8, 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 October 31, 2024 |
| October 8, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 31, 2024 |
| October 8, 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 October 31, 2024 |
| October 8, 2024 Standard | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0637 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 31, 2024 |
| September 22, 2023 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 October 24, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 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 October 24, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $8,152 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 14, 2024 | Fine | $8,152 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BENJAMIN N. VOLPE FAMILY DYNASTY TRUST (DATED DECEMBER 29, 2020) Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| CARROLL, MICHELLE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/25/2024 |
| CIBC BANK USA Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/02/2022 |
| CITRIN COOPERMAN ADVISORS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2018 |
| DECANTED WILLIAM I. WEISBERG FAMILY DYNASTY TRUST (DATED SEPT 30, 2020 Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| DWYER, FRANCIS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2018 |
| ELKINS CREST RE GROUP, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/02/2022 |
| LEWIS, STEVEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2018 |
| NICOLUZAKIS, GREGORY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2019 |
| RKL LLP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/23/2023 |
| SABER GOVERNANCE LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2019 |
| SABER HEALTHCARE GROUP LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2018 |
| SHG MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2019 |
| SHG RECS, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/05/2025 |
| VOLPE, BENJAMIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2019 |
| WEISBERG, WILLIAM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2018 |
| WIW DYNASTY LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| WEISBERG, WILLIAM Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/06/2025 |
| CARROLL, MICHELLE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/25/2024 |
| DWYER, FRANCIS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2018 |
| LEWIS, STEVEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2018 |
| SABER GOVERNANCE LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2019 |
| SHG MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2019 |
| VOLPE, BENJAMIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2019 |
| WEISBERG, WILLIAM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2018 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Elkins Crest Health & Rehabilitation Center's rating?
Elkins Crest Health & Rehabilitation Center has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Pennsylvania nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Elkins Crest Health & Rehabilitation Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a Pennsylvania average of 10. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Elkins Crest Health & 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 Elkins Crest Health & Rehabilitation Center?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Saber Healthcare Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Elkins Crest Health & Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?
Elkins Crest Health & Rehabilitation Center is at 265 E. Township Line Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027. Phone: (215) 379-2700.
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.