Home / Pennsylvania / Philadelphia
University City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Ctr
3609 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 · Philadelphia County · (215) 386-2942
124 certified beds, about 120 residents a day · For profit - Limited Liability company · Medicare and Medicaid since 1986
CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 395722 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes
The record in brief
At its most recent standard inspection, on January 9, 2026, inspectors cited 9 health deficiencies (the Pennsylvania average is 10, the national average 9.2).
None of its 54 health citations since December 2023 was rated as actual harm or immediate jeopardy.
CMS lists no fines against this home in the last three years.
Nurses and nurse aides worked 3.37 hours per resident per day, against 3.89 across Pennsylvania and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 0.76 of those hours.
57.0% of nursing staff left within the year CMS measured (Pennsylvania average 44.5%).
CMS links it to Marquis Health Services, an affiliated group of 90 nursing homes.
Health inspections
Federal rules call for a standard inspection at least every 15 months, plus a visit whenever a complaint is filed. Each mark below is one citation, colored by how serious inspectors rated it. How to read a citation.
Under each citation, the quoted text is the inspector's own summary from the federal statement of deficiencies (CMS form 2567), word for word apart from a privacy scrub; CMS removes residents' and staff names before it publishes the text. The full notes are on Medicare.gov.
Where its citations fall on CMS's grid
CMS rates every citation by how much harm it caused (rows) and how many residents it touched (columns). The count in each box is this home's, across all 54 health citations on file.
July 29, 2026Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of facility documentation, review of clinical records, and interview with staff it was determined that the facility failed to implement interventions to reduce the risk of accident/hazards for one of two residents reviewed (Resident R1). Findings Include: Review of Resident 1's clinical record on July 28, 2026, revealed the resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE], and has a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS - cognitive assessment used to evaluate memory and orientation) score of 13 (cognitively intact). [...]
March 23, 2026Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, staff interview, and physician documentation, the facility failed to ensure that residents were free from significant medication errors for 1 of 2 sampled residents (Resident R2) reviewed for medication administration.
March 5, 2026Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D 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, compartments for controlled drugs.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review, review of facility policy, interview with staff and residents, it was determined that the facility did not ensure that medications were stored and labeled according to professional standards for one of five residents reviewed. (Resident R1)
January 9, 2026Standard inspection, Complaint inspection · 9 citations
- E Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, review of facility policies, clinical record review and interviews with staff, it was determined that the facility did not ensure that the medication error rate was less than five percent for two of five residents observed during medication administration (Resident 53 and Resident 110). Findings Include: The facility's medication error rate was 20% based on observation of 25 medication administration opportunities with five errors observed. Review of facility policy, Administering Medications revised April 2019, revealed, Medications are administered in accordance with prescriber orders, including any required time frame. Further review of facility policy indicates Medications are administered within one (1) hour of their prescribed time, unless otherwise specified (for example, before and after meal orders). [...]
- D Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of facility documentation, review of clinical records, and staff interview it was determined that the facility failed to notify the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman of facility-initiated emergency transfers to the hospital for one of two residents reviewed for hospitalizations (Resident R10). Findings Include: Review of Resident R10's clinical record revealed a nursing note dated November 10, 2025, which indicated that the resident had a change in condition and was ordered by the physician to be transferred to a local hospital for evaluation. Review of Resident R10's clinical record revealed no documented evidence that the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman was notified of the facility-initiated emergency transfer. Interview on January 9, 2026, at 11:54 a.m. [...]
- D Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Inspectors wroteBased on clinical record review, observation, and staff interviews, it was determined the facility did not provide services in accordance with accepted professional standards of quality related to daily weights for one of 26 clinical records reviewed (R19). Findings Include: Record review of Resident 19's medical record revealed a physician order for daily weights for cardiac monitoring with active dates 12/15/2025 through 1/12/2026. Cardiac documentation stated: [R19] was seen on cardiac rounds today. She was coughing, crackles to lower base with rhonchi. Jugular vein slightly distended. [ R19's] diuretic dose was changed. CXR ordered. BNP ordered. Changes discussed with resident. UM to put resident on report so that staff can monitor patient and maintain her daily weights. [...]
- D Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of facility policy, review of clinical records, observations, and staff interview it was determined that the facility failed to maintain personal care needs for dependent residents for two of 26 residents reviewed (Resident R68 and R10). Findings Include: Findings Include:Review of facility policy Activities of Daily Living (ADL), Supporting revealed appropriate care and services are provided for residents who are unable to carry out ADLs independently, to include hygiene (bathing, dressing, grooming, and oral care). Review of Resident R68's quarterly Minimum Data Set (MDS - federally mandated resident assessment and care screening) dated December 10, 2025, revealed the resident had impairment in functional limitation in range of motion in the upper and lower extremity and required set-up assistance with personal hygiene. [...]
- D Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of facility documentation, review of clinical records, observations, and staff interviews it was determined that the facility failed to provide treatment/services for a resident with limited mobility/range of motion to increase range of motion and/or to prevent further decrease for one of 4 residents reviewed (Resident R10). Review of Resident R10's comprehensive Minimum Data Set (MDS - federally mandated resident assessment and care screening) dated November 17, 2025, revealed the resident was assessed with severe cognitive impairment and had diagnoses of arthritis (joint inflammation), aphasia (communication deficits), and hemiplegia (one sided paralysis) or hemiparesis (one sided muscle weakness). [...]
- D Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews and the review of clinical records, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain complete and accurate records related to dialysis communication for one of three Dialysis-Residents reviewed (Residents R32).
- D 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, compartments for controlled drugs.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, review of facility policies and interviews with staff, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that medications were stored in accordance with currently accepted professional principles for one of three medication carts reviewed (second floor front cart/cart 1). Findings Include:Review of facility policy, Medication Labeling and Storage, revealed that Medications and biologicals are stored in the packaging, containers or other dispensing systems in which they are received. Only the issuing pharmacy is authorized to transfer medications between containers. Further review of facility policy indicates that, 2. The nursing staff is responsible for maintaining medication storage and preparation areas in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner. Additionally, policy states, 4. [...]
- D Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on clinical record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to ensure timely follow-up and provision of recommended dental services for a resident with an identified dental need for one of 26 residents reviewed (Resident R95).
- D Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, review of facility policies, review of facility documentation, clinical record review and interviews with staff, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain an effective infection control program related to medication administration (Residents R110, R117, R49 and R53) and Enhanced Barrier Precautions for two of 10 residents reviewed (R32, R49).
June 10, 2025Complaint inspection · 6 citations
- E Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations and interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that two of two passengers elevators were in operating condition. (#1 and #2 elevators)
- D Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that a 1 out of 3 residents reviewed was assess for self administration of medications. (Resident R3).
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of clinical records, staff interviews and review of facility policy, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that grievences were investigated and prompt efforts were made to resolve grievances for 1 out of 2 residents reviewed (Resident R1).
- D Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of clinical records, facility policy and interview with staff, it was determined that the facility failed to conduct a complete and through investigation for an allegation of potential abuse/neglect for 1 out of 2 residents reviewed (Resident R1).
- D Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Inspectors wroteBased on staff interviews, review of facility policy and the review of clinical records, it was determined that the facility failed to notify the physician when residents did not receive their hemodialysis treatment from the onsite dialysis center for 2 out of 2 residents reviewed (Resident R1 and Resident R2).
- D 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, compartments for controlled drugs.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, staff interviews, review of facility policy and the review of clinical records, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that medications were properly labeled and stored according to professional standards for 1 out of 3 residents reviewed (Resident R3).
May 8, 2025Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on the review of clinical records, interviews with staff, it was determined that the facility failed to administer medication as ordered by the physician for one of 8 residents reviewed. (Resident R1). Findings Include: Interview with Resident R1 conducted on May 8, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. revealed that the nurse does not apply the moisturizer cream, she is supposed to do it all the time. Review of Resident R1's clinical record revealed resident was admitted to the facility on [DATE]. Review of physician orders for Resident R1 revealed an order dated February 26, 2025, which indicated Apply moisturize cream within 3 mins of shower to lock in moisture (CervaVe, Eucerin, Cetaphil, Aveeno) Repeat application as needed to establish dry areas. Review of Resident R1's clinical record revealed that the resident receives showers on Tuesdays and Fridays during the week. [...]
March 25, 2025Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations and resident and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain the facility in a clean, comfortable, and homelike condition for four of 15 residents reviewed (R12, R13, R14 and R15).
January 27, 2025Standard inspection · 13 citations
- D Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, review of facility policies, clinical record reviews and interviews with residents and staff, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that residents were evaluated for self-administration of medications for two of 30 residents reviewed (Residents R114 and R12).
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of facility policies, clinical record reviews and interviews with staff, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that a resident's right to request or refuse medical treatments were accurately reflected in the resident's record for one of 30 residents reviewed (Resident R86).
- D Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of facility policy, review of clinical record, review of facility documentation, and interviews with staff, it was determined the facility failed to to ensure that residents were free from resident to resident abuse for two of 30 residents reviewed. (Resident R77)
- D Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Inspectors wroteBased on clinical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that the resident and resident representative receive written notice of the facility bed-hold policy at the time of a facility-initiated transfer to a hospital for one of 3 residents reviewed for hospitalization. (Resident R15)
- D Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, review of facility policies, clinical record reviews and interviews with residents and staff, it was determined that the facility failed to develop baseline care plans related to bathing and enhanced barrier precautions for two of 30 residents reviewed (Residents R114 and R277).
- D Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, review of facility policies, clinical record reviews and interviews with residents and staff, it was determined that the facility failed to provide assistance with bathing and eating for two of 30 residents reviewed (Residents R114 and R78).
- D Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, review of facility policies, clinical record reviews and interviews with residents and staff, it was determined that the facility failed to administer medications in a timely manner for three of 30 residents reviewed (Residents R107, R277 and R278).
- D Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interviews with resident and staff, review of clinical records and facility policy, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain a peripheral inserted central catheter (PICC) consistent with professional standards of practice and in accordance with physician orders and the comprehensive person-centered care plan, for one of 24 residents reviewed (Resident R110).
- D Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, review of facility policies and interviews with staff, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that drug records are in order and that an account of all controlled drugs is maintained and periodically reconciled for three of three medication carts reviewed (first floor front, middle and back medication carts).
- D 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, compartments for controlled drugs.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, review of facility policies and interviews with staff, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that insulin pens were labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles for two of three medication carts reviewed (first floor back and middle medication carts).
- D Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, clinical record reviews and interviews with residents and staff, it was determined that the facility failed to provide foods in accordance with residents' preferences for two of 30 residents reviewed (Residents R278 and R40).
- D Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews with staff, review of clinical records and facility policy, it was determined the facility failed to utilize enhanced barrier precautions during medication administration for one of three reviewed residents with feeding tubes (Resident R105).
- D Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations and interviews with residents and staff, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that call devices were functional and accessible to residents for two of 30 residents reviewed (Residents R55 and R78).
December 9, 2024Complaint inspection · 2 citations
- E Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of facility documentation, observations, and resident and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to provide food that was palatable and served at the proper temperature for two of 4 residents reviewed (Resident R1 and R2).
- D Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on reviews of resident clinical records, facility policies and procedures, and interviews with staff and residents, it was determined that the facility failed to follow physician orders for one of 4 residents reviewed. (Resident R2)
September 16, 2024Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- B Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Inspectors wroteBased on clinical record reviews and interviews with staff, it was determined that the facility failed to notify the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman of facility-initiated emergency transfers and discharges for five of nine residents reviewed (Residents R2, R3, R4, R5 and R6).
April 24, 2024Standard inspection, Complaint inspection · 11 citations
- E Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain clinical records on each resident in accordance with accepted professional standards related to documentation of risk and benefits of the influenza vaccine, pneumococcal vaccine and COVID-19 vaccine for seven of eight resident records reviewed. (Residents R342, R347, R341, R81, R346, R103 and R64).
- E Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on review facility policy, review of clinical record review, observations and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain an effective infection control program during medication administration for residents (Residents R75, R23 and R15) for 3 out of 3 residents observed during medication administration.
- D Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, clinical record review and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that a resident was evaluated for self administration of medications for one of 24 residents reviewed. (Resident R9)
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations and resident interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain the facility in a clean, comfortable, and homelike condition for three of 26 residents reviewed (Resident R11, Resident R2 and Resident R341).
- D Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Inspectors wroteBased on clinical record review and interviews with staff, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that comprehensive resident assessments were completed in a timely manner for three of six discharged records reviewed (Residents R67, R110 and R111).
- D Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on clinical record review, staff interview and review of facility policy, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that a pain medication patch was properly label for one of 24 residents reviewed. (Resident R80)
- D Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, review of clinical record , review facility policy and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that a resident with limited range of motion received appropriate treatment and services to increase range of motion and/or to prevent further decrease in range of motion for one of 26 residents reviewed (Resident R24).
- D Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Inspectors wroteBased on facility policy and observation and interviews, it was determined the facility failed to ensure appropriate enteral feeding practices relating to labeling for two of eight residents observed for tube feeding. (Residents R332 and R80).
- D Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Inspectors wroteBased on a review of clinical records, review of facility documentation, review of facility policy and staff interviews, it was determined the facility failed to implement a complete drug regimen review process for two of 26 residents reviewed (Resident R63 and R101). Findings Include: Review of the undated Medication Regimen Review Policy revealed, the consultant pharmacist performs a medication regimen review (MRR) for every resident in the facility receiving medication. The attending physician documents in the medical record that the irregularity has been reviewed and what (if any) action was taken to address it. The consultant pharmacist provides the director of nursing and medical director with a written, signed and dated copy of all medication regimen reports. [...]
- D Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of personnel records and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to properly document the dates of tuberculin skin test results for newly hired staff members on four of five personnel records reviewed (Employeess E17, E18, E19 and E20).
- D Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, staff and resident interview, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that call bells were available and operable for resident use for three of 26 residents interviewed. (Residents R184, R8 and R22)
March 5, 2024Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.
Inspectors wroteBased on clinical record review, facility policy and interviews with staff, it was determined that the facility did not ensure that a physician assessment was completed related to unplanned weight loss for one of 2 residents with weight loss reviewed (Resident R4).
February 9, 2024Complaint inspection · 2 citations
- D Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Inspectors wroteBased on review of facility policy, pharmacy documentation, review of clinical records, interview with staff and residents, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that medications were administered in accordance with professional standards for one of seven residents reviewed. (Resident R7)
- D 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, compartments for controlled drugs.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, staff interviews, and review of facility policy, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that all drugs and biologicals used in the facility were stored in accordance with professional standards for one of two medication carts observed (second floor cart).
January 10, 2024Complaint inspection · 2 citations
- D Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Inspectors wroteBased on staff interviews, review of facility documentation, review of facility policy and the review of clinical records, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that an allegation of possible sexual abuse was reported to the Nursing Home Administrator in a timely manner for one out of three residents reviewed (Resident R3).
- D Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on staff interviews, review of the facility policy and review of facility documentation, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that an allegation of abuse submitted to the State Survey Agency contained complete and accurate information for one out of three residents reviewed (Resident R3).
December 26, 2023Complaint inspection · 2 citations
- D Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interview with resident and staff, and review of facility policy, it was determined that the facility did not ensure that a resident was provided with a shower as ordered by the physician and according to the resident's individual needs for one of 57 residents reviewed (Resident R7)
- D Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interview with staff and resident and review of facility policy, it was determined that facility did not provide food that accommodates resident's preferences for one of one residents reviewed. (Resident R7)
Fines and payment denials
CMS lists no fines or payment denials against this home in the last three years. The national average is 0.9 fines per home.
Staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, from the payroll records every home sends CMS. Higher means more staff time with each resident.
| Measure | This home | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nursing staff (RN, LPN and aides) | 3.37 | 3.89 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses | 0.76 | 0.79 | 0.69 |
| All nursing staff on weekends | 2.89 | 3.53 | 3.42 |
| Nurse aides | 1.88 | ||
| Licensed practical nurses | 0.73 | ||
| Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year) | 57.0% | 44.5% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 47.4% | 39.9% | 42.9% |
| Administrators who left | 0 |
CMS expects 4.42 hours a day for residents as sick as this home's (its case-mix figure). The staffing star compares the two.
Staffing by quarter, from daily payroll records
Every nursing home sends CMS its staff hours for each day (the Payroll Based Journal). Here they are added up by quarter. The latest quarter is the one behind the figures above. In January to March 2026, nursing staff hours per resident were 3.56 on weekdays and 2.89 on weekends, 19% lower on weekends (nationally, weekends ran 15% lower). Contract or agency staff worked 6.8% of nursing hours, against 5.3% nationally. Total nursing hours per resident went from 3.41 in April to June 2025 to 3.37 in January to March 2026.
| Quarter | All nursing staff | Registered nurses | Weekdays | Weekends | Contract staff share | Days with no RN hours | Residents a day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.37 | 0.76 | 3.56 | 2.89 | 6.8% | 0 of 90 | 120 |
| Oct to Dec 2025 | 3.43 | 0.63 | 3.61 | 2.98 | 6.8% | 0 of 92 | 120 |
| Jul to Sep 2025 | 3.41 | 0.65 | 3.55 | 3.06 | 4.2% | 0 of 92 | 117 |
| Apr to Jun 2025 | 3.41 | 0.49 | 3.55 | 3.06 | 4.1% | 0 of 91 | 120 |
| United States, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.75 | 0.62 | 3.92 | 3.33 | 5.3% | 0.5% of days | |
| Pennsylvania, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.69 | 0.65 | 3.82 | 3.34 | 11.3% | 0.1% of days |
Hours per resident per day: staff hours in the quarter divided by resident days (the daily census CMS derives from resident assessments). Registered nurses include the director of nursing and RNs with administrative duties; aides include nurse aides in training and medication aides, as in CMS's own staffing measure. How these are calculated.
Quality measures
The measures CMS uses for the quality star. Lower is better for every one of them.
| Measure | This home | Pennsylvania | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 8.1 | 16.8 | 13.9 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.0 | 0.7 | 0.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.6 | 1.4 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 1.8 | 3.1 | 3.2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.6 | 1.4 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 1.4 | 17.0 | 14.1 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 7.8 | 4.8 | 4.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 11.9 | 17.7 | 15.4 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 18.8 | 22.5 | 23.8 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 3.8 | 9.5 | 12.0 |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 2.1 | 1.6 | 1.9 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 0.9 | 1.2 | 1.8 |
Owners and operators
Legal business name: UNIVERSITY CITY OPERATOR LLC. CMS links this home to Marquis Health Services, a group of 90 nursing homes averaging 3.1 stars overall.
| Name | Role | Type | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Truist | 5% or greater security interest | Organization | 03/01/2022 | |
| Harman, Dina | Managing control - governing body | Individual | 03/01/2022 | |
| Katzenstein, Alexander | Managing control - governing body | Individual | 04/17/2023 | |
| Papada, Jonathan | Managing control - governing body | Individual | 11/18/2022 | |
| Viroja, Yogesh | Managing control - governing body | Individual | 03/01/2022 | |
| Katzenstein, Alexander | Corporate director | Individual | 04/17/2023 | |
| Posen, Mindee | Corporate officer | Individual | 03/01/2022 | |
| Marquis Limited LLC | Operational/managerial control | Organization | 03/01/2022 | |
| Nutraco LLC | Operational/managerial control | Organization | 09/12/2024 | |
| Reliant Pro Rehab LLC | Operational/managerial control | Organization | 03/01/2022 | |
| Katzenstein, Alexander | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 04/17/2023 | |
| Kirchdoerffer, Susan | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 03/01/2022 | |
| Marquis Limited LLC | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 03/01/2022 | |
| Nfr 2020 Irrv Tr | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 03/01/2022 | |
| Nutraco LLC | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 03/20/2025 | |
| Quinto Nexgen LLC | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 03/01/2022 | |
| Reliant Pro Rehab LLC | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 03/20/2025 | |
| Rsbrmk Holdings LLC | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 03/01/2022 | |
| Sk Nexgen Tr | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 03/01/2022 | |
| Tryko Nexgen Holdings LLC | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 03/01/2022 | |
| Uak 2020 Irrv Tr | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 03/01/2022 | |
| Ukr Nexgen LLC | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 03/01/2022 | |
| University City Leasehold LLC | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 03/01/2022 | |
| Yk Nexgen Tr | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 03/01/2022 | |
| Yr Nexgen Tr | Adp of the SNF | Organization | 03/01/2022 | |
| Harman, Dina | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 03/01/2022 | |
| Katzenstein, Alexander | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 04/17/2023 | |
| Kirchdoerffer, Susan | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 03/01/2022 | |
| Papada, Jonathan | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 11/18/2022 | |
| Posen, Mindee | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 03/01/2022 | |
| Viroja, Yogesh | Adp of the SNF | Individual | 03/01/2022 |
As listed in the CMS ownership file, which names owners with a 5% or greater stake and the people and companies with operational or managerial control.
Questions to ask on a visit
Chosen from this home's own inspection record.
- How do you prevent falls and pressure injuries, and how are families told when one happens?Inspectors cited 14 problems in this area, most recently on July 29, 2026: "Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents."
- How are medications reviewed, and how often are antipsychotic or sedating drugs used?Inspectors cited 10 problems in this area, most recently on March 23, 2026: "Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors."
- How do residents and families raise a complaint or grievance, and how fast is it answered?Inspectors cited 10 problems in this area, most recently on January 9, 2026: "Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies."
- When is the care plan meeting, and can family attend it?Inspectors cited 4 problems in this area, most recently on January 9, 2026: "Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality."
- Who is on the floor on Saturday and Sunday, and how many residents does each aide care for?Weekend nurse staffing here was 2.89 hours per resident per day, below the Pennsylvania average of 3.53.
Other nursing homes nearby
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- West Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center Philadelphia, 1 mi · 3 of 5 stars · 33 citations
- Renaissance Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center Philadelphia, 1.1 mi · 3 of 5 stars · 35 citations
- Centennial Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center Philadelphia, 1.5 mi · 3 of 5 stars · 25 citations
- Logan Square Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center Philadelphia, 1.6 mi · 3 of 5 stars · 28 citations
- Graduate Post Acute Philadelphia, 1.6 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 80 citations
- Holy Family Home Philadelphia, 1.7 mi · 5 of 5 stars · 4 citations
- Tucker House Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Philadelphia, 2.3 mi · 3 of 5 stars · 47 citations
Pennsylvania contacts for a concern about a nursing home
These are the official offices in Pennsylvania. NursingHomeClear cannot take or act on complaints.
- Inspections and complaints: Pennsylvania Department of Health, Division of Nursing Care Facilities, the state agency that inspects nursing homes for CMS and takes complaints about care.
- Resident advocate: Pennsylvania Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, Department of Aging, 717-783-8975. The long-term care ombudsman is a free, confidential advocate for residents and families, set up under the federal Older Americans Act.
- State inspection reports: Pennsylvania Department of Health Nursing Care Facility Locator, where Pennsylvania publishes its own records on licensed homes.
Common questions
- What is University City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Ctr's Medicare star rating?
- CMS rates University City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Ctr 3 out of 5 stars overall, with 2 for health inspections, 2 for staffing and 5 for quality measures (CMS data as of September 1, 2026).
- How many deficiencies did University City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Ctr get at its last inspection?
- 9 health deficiencies at the standard inspection on January 9, 2026. The Pennsylvania average is 10.
- Has University City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Ctr been fined?
- CMS lists no fines in the last three years.
- Does University City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Ctr accept Medicaid?
- It is certified to take Medicaid (CMS lists it as "Medicare and Medicaid"). Certification does not mean a Medicaid bed is open: ask the admissions office.
- Who owns University City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Ctr?
- CMS lists 31 owners and managers, and links the home to Marquis Health Services. Legal business name: UNIVERSITY CITY OPERATOR LLC.
Sources
- Ratings, staffing and fines: CMS Provider Information, released September 30, 2026, data as of September 1, 2026.
- Citations: CMS Health Deficiencies and Fire Safety Deficiencies.
- Owners: CMS Ownership. Penalties: CMS Penalties.
- Staffing by quarter: CMS Payroll Based Journal Daily Nurse Staffing, April 2025 to March 2026, summed by NursingHomeClear.
- Inspector summaries: CMS Full Statement of Deficiencies (CMS-2567 text), data as of September 1, 2026. Each quote is the part of the statement before the detailed findings.
- Inspection reports with the inspectors' full notes are on this home's Medicare.gov page.
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