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South Mountain Restoration Cen

Building #1, South Mountain, PA 17261 · Franklin County

South Mountain Restoration Center

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Exceptional
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 58% full — availability is generally good.

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.

One of South Mountain's top-rated skilled nursing communities

South Mountain Restoration Cen is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in South Mountain, PA, with 159 certified beds and an average of about 93 residents per day.

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

Staff provide about 5.98 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.32 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.2%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 1 health deficiency at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • 5-star overall CMS rating
  • Strong health-inspection rating
  • Above-average nurse staffing (5.98 hrs/resident/day)
  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in South Mountain for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds
159
Avg. residents/day
93
Ownership
Government - State
Part of a chain
Independent
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
395583

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 careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$10,910–$13,830/mo (median $12,030)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Chambersburg 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
5.98
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
1.32
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
51.2%
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)
1
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2025-09-18
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (6 citations on record — showing the latest 6). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-09-18Severity 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.

2024-10-03Severity 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.

2023-12-07Severity 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.

2023-12-07Severity E — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

2023-12-07Severity D — potential for harmResident 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.

2023-12-07Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

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
  • Respite / short-term stays
  • Daily activities & events

Location

Building #1, South Mountain, PA

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about South Mountain Restoration Cen

How much does South Mountain Restoration Cen cost?

South Mountain Restoration Cen does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the South Mountain, 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.

What is South Mountain Restoration Cen's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates South Mountain Restoration Cen 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at South Mountain Restoration Cen?

Staff provide about 5.98 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at South Mountain Restoration Cen?

South Mountain Restoration Cen has 6 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-09-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does South Mountain Restoration Cen have availability?

Typically 58% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does South Mountain Restoration Cen offer?

South Mountain Restoration Cen in South Mountain, PA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 159 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.

  • Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Chambersburg.
  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
  • Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.

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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website

Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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