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Fox Subacute at Mechanicsburg

120 South Filbert St, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 · Cumberland County

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Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookFills quickly

Typically 86% full (48 of 56 beds occupied on an average day).

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Mechanicsburg

Fox Subacute at Mechanicsburg is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Mechanicsburg, PA, with 56 certified beds and an average of about 48 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 5.85 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.70 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46.4%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $14,886 in the recent record.

Strengths

  • Above-average nurse staffing (5.85 hrs/resident/day)
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Mechanicsburg, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds
56
Avg. residents/day
48
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
Independent
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
396122

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$11,360–$14,410/mo (median $12,530)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Harrisburg prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
5.85
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
1.70
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
46.4%
National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey)
7
Federal fines
2 ($14,886)
Total penalties
2
Last standard survey
2026-01-22
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (37 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-01-22Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

2026-01-22Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

2026-01-22Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

2026-01-22Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

2026-01-22Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

2026-01-22Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…

2026-01-22Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-04-28Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

DateTypeAmount
2023-11-29Fine$7,443
2023-11-29Fine$7,443

Services & amenities

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Respite / short-term stays

Location

120 South Filbert St, Mechanicsburg, PA

  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Fox Subacute at Mechanicsburg

How much does Fox Subacute at Mechanicsburg cost?

Fox Subacute at Mechanicsburg does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Mechanicsburg, PA area typically runs $11,360–$14,410 per month (median $12,530, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Fox Subacute at Mechanicsburg's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Fox Subacute at Mechanicsburg 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Fox Subacute at Mechanicsburg?

Staff provide about 5.85 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Fox Subacute at Mechanicsburg?

Fox Subacute at Mechanicsburg has 37 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-22). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Fox Subacute at Mechanicsburg have availability?

Typically 86% full (48 of 56 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Fox Subacute at Mechanicsburg offer?

Fox Subacute at Mechanicsburg in Mechanicsburg, PA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 56 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

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  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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