nursing home in Ephrata, PA
Ephrata Manor
99 Bethany Road, Ephrata, PA 17522 · (717) 738-4940
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Ephrata Manor at a glance
Ephrata Manor is a 120-bed non-profit nursing home in Ephrata, Pennsylvania (Lancaster County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Pennsylvania average of 3.
Residents receive about 4.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 20, 2024) found 2 health citations. The Pennsylvania average is 10.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $13,845.
Nursing staff turnover is 43.5% per year (state average 44.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- August 7, 1991
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Lancaster County
- CMS Certification Number
- 395857
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 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) | 4 / 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) | 2 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| 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) | 4.22 hrs | 3.89 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.79 hrs | 0.79 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.45 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.86 hrs | 3.53 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 43.5% | 44.5% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 25% | 39.9% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 2 | 10 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 17 | 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) | $13,845 | $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 | 120 | 127 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 108 | 105 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 89.8% | 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) | 8.9% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.2% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 6.4% | 17.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 4.2% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 28% | 16.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 22.2% | 17% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.4% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.6% | 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) | 16% | 20% | 19.5% | Better |
| 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) | 94% | 93.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 88.4% | 87.5% | 93.6% | Worse |
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) | 74.4% | 68.7% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 51.4% | 70% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 11 health deficiencies and 9 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 2, 2026 Complaint | Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0745 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 3, 2026 |
| September 20, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2024 |
| September 20, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0325 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2024 |
| September 20, 2024 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2024 |
| September 20, 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 October 18, 2024 |
| November 3, 2023 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 November 3, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected November 3, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected November 3, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected November 30, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 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 November 30, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 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 November 30, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 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 November 30, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 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 November 30, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 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 November 30, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 Standard | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 30, 2023 |
| December 16, 2022 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 31, 2023 |
| December 16, 2022 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 31, 2023 |
| December 16, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 31, 2023 |
| December 16, 2022 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 January 30, 2023 |
| December 16, 2022 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 30, 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 $13,845 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 3, 2023 | Fine | $13,845 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST HOMES Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/01/1981 |
| BLOSE, LEROY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/26/2018 |
| BOONE, REBECCA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/27/2023 |
| CHMIELEWSKI, JAMIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2025 |
| CLIFTONLARSONALLEN LLP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/07/2025 |
| CONNELLY, CRYSTAL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2025 |
| CONRAD SIEGEL INVESTMENT ADVISORS, INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/07/2025 |
| COSTANZO, AMANDA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2010 |
| DEANER, KAY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/27/2023 |
| DIEROLF, LORI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/16/2022 |
| DOMINGOS, TITA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/25/2024 |
| EYSTER, SHARON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/31/2022 |
| FIELDS, MEREDITH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/10/2025 |
| FIELDS, TONY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/27/2023 |
| FULTON BANK, N.A. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2015 |
| GAGNON, TEMPEST Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/03/2023 |
| GOURLEY, RONALD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2024 |
| HARLAN, SHAUN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2025 |
| HEIN, DWIGHT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/28/2025 |
| KERN, CRAIG Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/25/2025 |
| LORETAN, WILLIAM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/1998 |
| LYONS, JAMES Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/25/2024 |
| MARSH AND MCLENNAN COMPANIES, INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/07/2025 |
| PAUL, EMERSON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/28/2022 |
| PENNSYLVANIA ASSOCIATION OF DIRECTOR OF NURSING ADMINISTRATION (PADONA Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/07/2025 |
| PRINZ, DONNA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/27/2023 |
| RANKIN, CHRISTOPHER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/27/2023 |
| RIEKER, JOHN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/26/2018 |
| RKL LLP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| RUSSELL, GALEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/22/2021 |
| SHELLY, CRAIG Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/12/2025 |
| TROUTMAN, CHRISTOPHER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/02/2025 |
| VELEZ, VICTORIA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/1995 |
| WEISER, NEIL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/24/2019 |
| WOMACK, KENNETH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/28/2022 |
| YODER, JESSICA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/05/2022 |
| EYSTER, SHARON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/31/2022 |
| FIELDS, MEREDITH Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/10/2025 |
| GOURLEY, RONALD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2024 |
| BLOSE, LEROY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/26/2018 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Ephrata Manor's rating?
Ephrata Manor has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Pennsylvania nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Ephrata Manor receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Pennsylvania average of 10. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Ephrata Manor 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 Ephrata Manor?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Ephrata Manor and how do I contact it?
Ephrata Manor is at 99 Bethany Road, Ephrata, PA 17522. Phone: (717) 738-4940.
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.