Lima, PA · 60 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Usually has openings
One of Lima's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,820–$14,980/mo
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Sterling Health Care and Rehab Center
318 South Orange Street, Media, PA 19063 · Delaware County
Sterling Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center delivers expert rehabilitation, memory care & skilled nursing care in Media. Contact us today 610-566-1400.
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 91% full (149 of 164 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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Media
Sterling Health Care and Rehab Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Media, PA, with 164 certified beds and an average of about 149 residents per day. It operates as part of the Nationwide Healthcare Services network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.51 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.53 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 11 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $25,625 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.51 hrs/resident/day)
- •$25,625 in federal fines
- •CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Media options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 164
- Avg. residents/day
- 149
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Nationwide Healthcare Services
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 396083
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 | $11,820–$14,980/mo (median $13,030) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Philadelphia 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
- 3.51
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.53
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 51%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 11
- Federal fines
- 2 ($25,625)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2024-10-25
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (34 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-27Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-12-03Severity 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.
2024-10-25Severity K — immediate jeopardyFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2024-10-25Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2024-10-25Severity 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.
2024-10-25Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
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.
2024-10-25Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
2024-10-25Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-10-25 | Fine | $8,824 |
| 2024-10-25 | Fine | $16,801 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
Location
318 South Orange Street, Media, PA
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Sterling Health Care and Rehab Center
How much does Sterling Health Care and Rehab Center cost?
Sterling Health Care and Rehab Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Media, PA area typically runs $11,820–$14,980 per month (median $13,030, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Sterling Health Care and Rehab Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Sterling Health Care and Rehab Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Sterling Health Care and Rehab Center?
Staff provide about 3.51 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Sterling Health Care and Rehab Center?
Sterling Health Care and Rehab Center has 34 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-10-25). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Sterling Health Care and Rehab Center have availability?
Typically 91% full (149 of 164 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Sterling Health Care and Rehab Center offer?
Sterling Health Care and Rehab Center in Media, PA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 164 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
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- 3Tour 2–3 communitiesCompare this community against two alternatives. Ask about staff turnover, all-in monthly cost, and care-plan changes.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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