New Oxford, PA · 100 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Fills quickly
One of New Oxford's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $10,990–$13,940/mo
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Transitions Healthcare Gettysburg
595 Biglerville Road, Gettysburg, PA 17325 · Adams County
Exceptional Care for All of Life's Transitions
60
GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.Photos via google places.
Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 94% full (127 of 135 beds occupied on an average day).
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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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Gettysburg
Transitions Healthcare Gettysburg is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Gettysburg, PA, with 135 certified beds and an average of about 127 residents per day. It operates as part of the Transitions Healthcare network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.64 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.44 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 52.1%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $16,334 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.64 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Gettysburg, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 135
- Avg. residents/day
- 127
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Transitions Healthcare
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 395798
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 | $10,990–$13,940/mo (median $12,120) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Gettysburg 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
- 3.64
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.44
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 52.1%
- 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)
- 6
- Federal fines
- 2 ($16,334)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2025-11-18
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (25 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-11-18Severity 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.
2025-11-18Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2025-11-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2025-11-18Severity 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.
2025-11-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
2025-11-18Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
2024-08-15Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2024-08-15Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-06-11 | Fine | $8,167 |
| 2024-06-11 | Fine | $8,167 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
Location
595 Biglerville Road, Gettysburg, 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 Transitions Healthcare Gettysburg
How much does Transitions Healthcare Gettysburg cost?
Transitions Healthcare Gettysburg does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Gettysburg, PA area typically runs $10,990–$13,940 per month (median $12,120, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Transitions Healthcare Gettysburg's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Transitions Healthcare Gettysburg 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Transitions Healthcare Gettysburg?
Staff provide about 3.64 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 52.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Transitions Healthcare Gettysburg?
Transitions Healthcare Gettysburg has 25 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-11-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Transitions Healthcare Gettysburg have availability?
Typically 94% full (127 of 135 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Transitions Healthcare Gettysburg offer?
Transitions Healthcare Gettysburg in Gettysburg, PA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 135 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.
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Your next steps — this week
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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