MARGARET E. MOUL HOME
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
Margaret E. Moul Home in York, Pennsylvania has a Trust Grade of B, indicating it is a good choice for families, though there is room for improvement. It ranks #199 out of 653 facilities in the state, placing it in the top half, and #4 out of 14 in York County, meaning only three local options are better. Unfortunately, the facility is worsening, having gone from 2 issues in 2024 to 4 in 2025. Staffing is relatively stable with a 4/5 star rating and a turnover rate of 42%, which is below the state average of 46%. However, the facility has faced some concerning incidents, including failing to provide required Medicare coverage notices to three residents and not following food safety standards in the kitchen, which could pose risks to residents.
- Trust Score
- B
- In Pennsylvania
- #199/653
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 42% turnover. Near Pennsylvania's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ⚠ Watch
- $15,382 in fines. Higher than 90% of Pennsylvania facilities, suggesting repeated compliance issues.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 53 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for Pennsylvania. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
- Violations ○ Average
- 7 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover below average (42%)
6 points below Pennsylvania average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Pennsylvania avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
Below median ($33,413)
Minor penalties assessed
The Ugly 7 deficiencies on record
Sept 2025
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0688
(Tag F0688)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on clinical record review, observations, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure a resident with limited range of motion receives appropriate treatment and ser...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0582
(Tag F0582)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on review of clinical records and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to provide the required Skilled Nursing Facility Advanced Beneficiary Notice of Non-coverage (SNF A...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on facility policy reviews, observations, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to store food and utilize equipment in accordance with professional standards for food ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on an observations, facility policy review, record review, and staff interviews, the facility failed to implement infection control policies regarding Enhanced Barrier Precautions for eight of 1...
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Aug 2024
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, clinical record review, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure the res...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0730
(Tag F0730)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on document review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to complete a performance review of every nurse aide once every 12 months for five of five nurse aide employee ...
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Oct 2023
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on clinical record review and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that the resident ass...
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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
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • 42% turnover. Below Pennsylvania's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • $15,382 in fines. Above average for Pennsylvania. Some compliance problems on record.
About This Facility
What is Margaret E. Moul Home's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns MARGARET E. MOUL HOME 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 Margaret E. Moul Home Staffed?
CMS rates MARGARET E. MOUL HOME's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 42%, compared to the Pennsylvania average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Margaret E. Moul Home?
State health inspectors documented 7 deficiencies at MARGARET E. MOUL HOME during 2023 to 2025. These included: 7 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Margaret E. Moul Home?
MARGARET E. MOUL HOME 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 82 certified beds and approximately 80 residents (about 98% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in YORK, Pennsylvania.
How Does Margaret E. Moul Home Compare to Other Pennsylvania Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Pennsylvania, MARGARET E. MOUL HOME's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 3.0, staff turnover (42%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Margaret E. Moul Home?
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 Margaret E. Moul Home Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, MARGARET E. MOUL HOME 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 Margaret E. Moul Home Stick Around?
MARGARET E. MOUL HOME has a staff turnover rate of 42%, which is about average for Pennsylvania nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Margaret E. Moul Home Ever Fined?
MARGARET E. MOUL HOME has been fined $15,382 across 6 penalty actions. This is below the Pennsylvania average of $33,233. 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 Margaret E. Moul Home on Any Federal Watch List?
MARGARET E. MOUL HOME 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.