Johnstown, PA · 30 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
One of Johnstown's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,900–$12,550/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified
Hilltop Heights Health & Rehab Center
100 Woodmont Road, Johnstown, PA 15905 · Cambria County
Hilltop Heights Health & Rehab offers skilled nursing and rehab in Johnstown, PA. Scenic hilltop setting with outdoor spaces in the heart of Cambria County.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 74% 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.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A low federal rating — review the details closely
Hilltop Heights Health & Rehab Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Johnstown, PA, with 120 certified beds and an average of about 88 residents per day. It operates as part of the Saber Healthcare Group network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.36 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.55 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 60%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 22 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $4,938 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.36 hrs/resident/day)
- •22 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Johnstown options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 120
- Avg. residents/day
- 88
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Saber Healthcare Group
- Continuing care
- Yes — multiple care levels
- CMS provider #
- 395812
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
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $9,900–$12,550/mo (median $10,920) | Local market estimate |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $2,560–$6,830/mo (median $5,370) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Johnstown prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.36
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.55
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 60%
- 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)
- 22
- Federal fines
- 2 ($4,938)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2026-01-08
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (76 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-04Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2026-03-04Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2026-03-04Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2026-01-08Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
2026-01-08Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2026-01-08Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2026-01-08Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
2026-01-08Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
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.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-08-07 | Fine | $1,764 |
| 2023-07-17 | Fine | $3,174 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Library
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
100 Woodmont Road, Johnstown, 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
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Hilltop Heights Health & Rehab Center
How much does Hilltop Heights Health & Rehab Center cost?
Hilltop Heights Health & Rehab Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Johnstown, PA area typically runs $9,900–$12,550 per month (median $10,920, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Hilltop Heights Health & Rehab Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Hilltop Heights Health & Rehab Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Hilltop Heights Health & Rehab Center?
Staff provide about 3.36 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 60% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Hilltop Heights Health & Rehab Center?
Hilltop Heights Health & Rehab Center has 76 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-08). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Hilltop Heights Health & Rehab Center have availability?
Typically 74% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Hilltop Heights Health & Rehab Center offer?
Hilltop Heights Health & Rehab Center in Johnstown, PA offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 120 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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