Nursing Homes in Richlandtown, Pennsylvania
Richlandtown has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 143 beds. The city average CMS rating is 5.0 stars, which is above Pennsylvania's state average of 3.0 stars. 1 facility earns a B grade or better and is recommended for family consideration.
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Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
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Total Beds
143
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
60 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
1
exceed staffing threshold
100% of facility
Zero Fines
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Top Rated in Richlandtown
Phoebe Richland Hcc
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About Nursing Home Care in Richlandtown
Richlandtown, PA offers a surprisingly positive outlook for families seeking nursing home care, despite having only one facility in the area. The standout is Phoebe Richland HCC, which boasts a Grade A and a 5-star CMS rating, putting it well above average compared to the state. With a clean record and no fines, it’s a solid choice for families, making Richlandtown an acceptable market for nursing home care, albeit with limited options.
If you're exploring care options, Phoebe Richland HCC is the only facility to consider in Richlandtown. Its impressive score of 90 demonstrates excellent quality care. Families should schedule a visit to see the clean, well-staffed environment firsthand. While Richlandtown may not have a plethora of choices, the quality of Phoebe Richland HCC makes it a worthwhile option. However, if you want more alternatives, consider checking out nearby towns like Quakertown or Doylestown, which may have additional facilities.
Fortunately, there are no facilities to avoid in Richlandtown, as all have a clean slate with no major red flags. This is a significant advantage for families looking for peace of mind. When visiting any facility, be sure to ask about staff-to-resident ratios and observe the interactions between staff and residents; this will give you a better sense of the care quality provided.
Richlandtown at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 facility with clean records—no fines in 3 years
- • Richlandtown rates better than most Pennsylvania cities
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
- • 1 facility has more nurses than required
Be Aware
- • Always check recent inspection reports before visiting
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Richlandtown is stable
Questions Richlandtown Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Richlandtown avg is 1.00 hrs (60 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
1 of 1 Richlandtown facility has zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—0 local facilities have serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Richlandtown, Pennsylvania
Richlandtown, Pennsylvania's Bucks County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 143 beds. Families have good options, with many facilities exceeding state averages.
Richlandtown vs. Pennsylvania: Above Average Quality
Richlandtown nursing homes outperform the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 5.00 stars exceeds Pennsylvania's statewide average of 3.00 stars by 2.0 stars—a meaningful difference that suggests stronger local standards.
1 of 1 facility earns a B grade or better, giving families good options. While quality is generally high, the overall picture is positive for Richlandtown families.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Richlandtown, 1 facility scores a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: Meeting Standards in Richlandtown
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Richlandtown facilities average 1.00 RN hours per resident day, which meets the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Richlandtown resident receives approximately 60 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 Richlandtown facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: Mix of For-Profit and Non-Profit
Richlandtown has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 0 for-profit facilities. 0 of 1 facilities are chain-owned, with the remainder independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average, though ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Families may also want to consider nearby Pennsylvania cities for additional options. The following Pennsylvania cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Philadelphia — 47 facilities
- Pittsburgh — 26 facilities
- Erie — 14 facilities
- Lancaster — 10 facilities
- York — 10 facilities
- Scranton — 9 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Richlandtown, Pennsylvania?
Richlandtown has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 143 beds. The city average CMS rating is 5.0 stars, which is above Pennsylvania's state average of 3.0 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Richlandtown?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Richlandtown include:
- • Phoebe Richland Hcc — Grade A, 90/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Richlandtown nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Richlandtown as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Richlandtown Nursing Homes
Richlandtown offers above-average nursing home options compared to the rest of the state. Focus your search on the 1 facility graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.