500 North Lewis Run Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15122 · Allegheny County
Elevating Care, Nurturing Health
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Typically 66% 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.
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Southwestern Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Pittsburgh, PA, with 118 certified beds and an average of about 78 residents per day. It operates as part of the Imperial Healthcare Group network.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.09 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.52 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 15 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $60,520 in the recent record.
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 (58 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are…
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.
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-06-13 | Fine | $60,520 |
500 North Lewis Run Road, Pittsburgh, PA
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Talk to an advisor about this communitySouthwestern Nursing and Rehabilitation 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 Southwestern Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
Staff provide about 3.09 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.
Southwestern Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has 58 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-01-24). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Typically 66% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
Southwestern Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Pittsburgh, PA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 118 beds.
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.
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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