5701 Phillips Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217 · Allegheny County
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Typically 75% full — openings are usually available.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
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Heritage Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Pittsburgh, PA, with 143 certified beds and an average of about 108 residents per day. It operates as part of the Wecare Centers network.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.12 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.63 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 65.2%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 37 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey. This facility is in the CMS Special Focus Facility program, which targets homes with a history of serious quality problems.
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
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| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $10,910–$13,830/mo (median $12,030) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Pittsburgh prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (114 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
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.
5701 Phillips Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
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Talk to an advisor about this communityHeritage Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Pittsburgh, PA area typically runs $10,910–$13,830 per month (median $12,030, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
Medicare (CMS) rates Heritage Care Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
Staff provide about 3.12 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 65.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
Heritage Care Center has 114 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-11-21). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Typically 75% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
Heritage Care Center in Pittsburgh, PA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 143 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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