Transitional Sub-Acute Unit
Scout 100Wyomissing, PA · 50 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
One of Wyomissing's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,180–$14,180/mo
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Mifflin Center
500 East Philadelphia Avenue, Shillington, PA 19607 · Berks County
Mifflin Center, a Genesis HealthCare facility located at 500 E. Philadelphia Ave, Shillington, PA 19607, specializing in ShortStay care, LongTerm care, Memory Support, Powerback Rehabilitation to You, VA Contracted, and .
70
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 94% full (128 of 136 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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Shillington
Mifflin Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Shillington, PA, with 136 certified beds and an average of about 128 residents per day. It operates as part of the Genesis Healthcare network.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.44 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.54 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 27.6%, 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.
Strengths
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.44 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Shillington for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 136
- Avg. residents/day
- 128
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Genesis Healthcare
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 395138
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 | $11,180–$14,180/mo (median $12,330) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Reading 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
- 3.44
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.54
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 27.6%
- 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
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-12-19
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (18 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-12Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
2026-01-27Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
2026-01-27Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2026-01-27Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-12-19Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-12-19Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
2025-12-19Severity B — minimalNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
2024-11-15Severity F — 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.
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.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ On-site salon / barber
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Housekeeping & laundry
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
- ✓ Private rooms available
Location
500 East Philadelphia Avenue, Shillington, 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Mifflin Center
How much does Mifflin Center cost?
Mifflin Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Shillington, PA area typically runs $11,180–$14,180 per month (median $12,330, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Mifflin Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Mifflin Center 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Mifflin Center?
Staff provide about 3.44 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 27.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Mifflin Center?
Mifflin Center has 18 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-19). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Mifflin Center have availability?
Typically 94% full (128 of 136 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Mifflin Center offer?
Mifflin Center in Shillington, PA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 136 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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