WYNCOTE CARE CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Wyncote Care Center has a Trust Grade of C, which means it is average and ranks in the middle of the pack among nursing homes. It ranks #252 out of 653 facilities in Pennsylvania, placing it in the top half, and is #31 out of 58 in Montgomery County, indicating that only a few local options are better. The facility is improving, having reduced issues from 7 in 2024 to 3 in 2025, but concerns remain, especially with $28,850 in fines, which is higher than 85% of other Pennsylvania facilities. Staffing is a strength, with a 4/5 star rating and a turnover rate of 0%, significantly lower than the state average, which suggests that staff are experienced and familiar with residents. However, serious incidents have been reported, including a failure to properly assess a resident after a fall, resulting in pain and delayed treatment for a hip fracture, highlighting some weaknesses in care standards that families should consider.
- Trust Score
- C
- In Pennsylvania
- #252/653
- Safety Record
- High Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- Turnover data not reported for this facility.
- Penalties ⚠ Watch
- $28,850 in fines. Higher than 96% of Pennsylvania facilities. Major compliance failures.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 76 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than 97% of Pennsylvania nursing homes. RNs are the most trained staff who catch health problems before they become serious.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 20 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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4-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Below median ($33,413)
Moderate penalties - review what triggered them
The Ugly 20 deficiencies on record
Sept 2025
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0583
(Tag F0583)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on the review of clinical records, facility documentation, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to protect the confidentiality of medical records for one of three rec...
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Jun 2025
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews with staff, residents, and family members, review of clinical records, it was determined that the facility d...
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Jun 2025
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of clinical record, facility documentation, and interviews with staff, it was determined that the facility faile...
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Dec 2024
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on review of facility policy, review of clinical record, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to review and revise a care plan related to feeding assistance for one of...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of clinical record, facility policy, observations, and interviews with staff, it was determined that the facilit...
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Mar 2024
5 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Notification of Changes
(Tag F0580)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record reviews, interviews with staff, facility documentation, policy and procedure reviews and interviews wit...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record reviews, interviews with staff and review of facility documentation, it was determined that the facilit...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0726
(Tag F0726)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on facility policy, observation, interview with residents and staff and review of facility documentation, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that all nursing staff possess the ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0583
(Tag F0583)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based facility policy, observation, and interviews, it was determined that facility failed to secure residents privacy relating to confidential medical records for 5 out of 42 residents reviewed. (Res...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Room Equipment
(Tag F0908)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observations of the daily meal preparation and delivery from the Food and Nutrition Department to the nursing unit for 41 of 46 residents reviewed and interviews with staff, it was determined...
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Sept 2023
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0804
(Tag F0804)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, review of facility policy, review of facility documentation and review of temperature logs and interviews with dietary staff, it was determined that foods were not being served ...
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Apr 2023
9 deficiencies
3 Harm
SERIOUS
(G)
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Free from Abuse/Neglect
(Tag F0600)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, staff interview, review of facility policies, and review of facility documentation, it was dete...
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SERIOUS
(G)
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Deficiency F0658
(Tag F0658)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, review of personnel files, review of facility documentation and interviews with staff, it was d...
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SERIOUS
(G)
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, staff interview and review of facility documentation, it was determined that the facility faile...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of facility policy, observations, clinical record review, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facil...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of facility policies and documentation, clinical record reviews and interviews with staff, it was determined tha...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of clinical record and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to develop a comprehensive c...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0688
(Tag F0688)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, review of faciilty policy and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to pr...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review, facility policy review, and staff interview, it was determined the facility failed to ensure th...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Transfer Notice
(Tag F0623)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on review of facility policies, clinical record review, and interviews with staff, it was determined that the facility failed to notify the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman of facili...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Licensed and certified facility. Meets minimum state requirements.
- • Multiple safety concerns identified: 3 harm violation(s), $28,850 in fines. Review inspection reports carefully.
- • 20 deficiencies on record, including 3 serious (caused harm) violations. Ask about corrective actions taken.
- • $28,850 in fines. Higher than 94% of Pennsylvania facilities, suggesting repeated compliance issues.
- • Grade C (55/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
About This Facility
What is Wyncote's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns WYNCOTE CARE CENTER an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered above average nationally. Within Pennsylvania, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Wyncote Staffed?
CMS rates WYNCOTE CARE CENTER's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes.
What Have Inspectors Found at Wyncote?
State health inspectors documented 20 deficiencies at WYNCOTE CARE CENTER during 2023 to 2025. These included: 3 that caused actual resident harm and 17 with potential for harm. Deficiencies causing actual harm indicate documented cases where residents experienced negative health consequences.
Who Owns and Operates Wyncote?
WYNCOTE CARE CENTER is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 58 certified beds and approximately 43 residents (about 74% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in WYNCOTE, Pennsylvania.
How Does Wyncote Compare to Other Pennsylvania Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Pennsylvania, WYNCOTE CARE CENTER's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 3.0 and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Wyncote?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Wyncote Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, WYNCOTE CARE CENTER has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 4-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Pennsylvania. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Wyncote Stick Around?
WYNCOTE CARE CENTER has not reported staff turnover data to CMS. Staff turnover matters because consistent caregivers learn residents' individual needs, medications, and preferences. When staff frequently change, this institutional knowledge is lost. Families should ask the facility directly about their staff retention rates and average employee tenure.
Was Wyncote Ever Fined?
WYNCOTE CARE CENTER has been fined $28,850 across 4 penalty actions. This is below the Pennsylvania average of $33,367. While any fine indicates a compliance issue, fines under $50,000 are relatively common and typically reflect isolated problems that were subsequently corrected. Families should ask what specific issues led to these fines and confirm they've been resolved.
Is Wyncote on Any Federal Watch List?
WYNCOTE CARE CENTER is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.