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Medicare-certifiedSkilled Nursing

Champion City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaMedicare inspection record
(412) 665-3232

About Champion City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Champion City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center brings specialized skilled nursing and rehabilitation care to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania with a focus on recovery and independence. Our clinical team supports patients through post-acute care with personalized treatment plans designed for meaningful progress.

Community at a glance

Capacity

187 residents

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Status

Listed in a public registry

Care & services offered

Skilled Nursing

Contact & location

6655 FRANKSTOWN AVENUE, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15206

(412) 665-3232

Medicare inspection record

From CMS Care Compare, the federal record every Medicare-certified nursing home is held to. Data as of September 1, 2026. Check it on Medicare.gov

  • Champion City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a candidate for Medicare's Special Focus Facility list, kept for homes with a history of serious quality problems.
  • Medicare flags Champion City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for a citation related to abuse of residents in its recent inspections.

At its most recent standard inspection, on March 27, 2026, state inspectors cited 50 health deficiencies (the Pennsylvania average is 10.0).

Nurses and nurse aides spend 2 hours 57 minutes with each resident a day, below the Pennsylvania average of 3 hours 53 minutes.

Medicare fined Champion City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center once in the last three years, $7,656 in total.

Staffing

MeasureThis home
Nurse and aide time per resident, per day2 hours 57 minutesBelow the Pennsylvania average
Registered nurse time per resident, per day16 minutesBelow the Pennsylvania average
Nursing staff who left in the past year61%Above the Pennsylvania average

2 administrators have left the home in the past year.

Inspections

93 health citations in the last three years. Each one is a federal standard inspectors found the home was not meeting.

July 15, 2026 · Complaint investigation · 4 citations

  • 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.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Quality of Life and CareFrom a complaintCorrected Aug 11, 2026
  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Quality of Life and CareFrom a complaintCorrected Aug 11, 2026
  • 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.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident RightsFrom a complaintCorrected Aug 11, 2026
  • Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)EnvironmentalFrom a complaintCorrected Aug 11, 2026

May 19, 2026 · Complaint investigation · 10 citations

  • Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Nutrition and DietaryFrom a complaintCorrected Jun 16, 2026
  • Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationFrom a complaintCorrected Jun 16, 2026
  • Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Nursing and Physician ServicesFrom a complaintCorrected Jun 16, 2026
  • Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationFrom a complaintCorrected Jun 16, 2026
  • Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident RightsFrom a complaintCorrected Jun 16, 2026
  • Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationFrom a complaintCorrected Jun 16, 2026
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Quality of Life and CareFrom a complaintCorrected Jun 16, 2026
  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationFrom a complaintCorrected Jun 16, 2026
  • Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident RightsFrom a complaintCorrected Jun 16, 2026
  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident Assessment and Care PlanningFrom a complaintCorrected Jun 16, 2026
March 27, 2026 · Standard inspection · 30 citations+
  • Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, widespread (level F)Infection ControlCorrected May 1, 2026
  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, widespread (level F)Nutrition and DietaryFrom a complaintCorrected May 1, 2026
  • Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationCorrected May 1, 2026
  • 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.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Pharmacy ServiceCorrected May 1, 2026
  • Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Resident Assessment and Care PlanningCorrected May 1, 2026
  • Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Nutrition and DietaryFrom a complaintCorrected May 1, 2026
  • Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Infection ControlCorrected May 1, 2026
  • Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Quality of Life and CareCorrected May 1, 2026
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Quality of Life and CareCorrected May 1, 2026
  • Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)EnvironmentalFrom a complaintCorrected May 1, 2026
  • Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Quality of Life and CareCorrected May 1, 2026
  • Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Pharmacy ServiceCorrected May 1, 2026
  • Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Resident RightsCorrected May 1, 2026
  • Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Resident Assessment and Care PlanningCorrected May 1, 2026
  • Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Resident RightsCorrected May 1, 2026
  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Quality of Life and CareCorrected May 1, 2026
  • Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)AdministrationCorrected May 1, 2026
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Infection ControlCorrected May 1, 2026
  • Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident RightsCorrected May 1, 2026
  • 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.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident RightsFrom a complaintCorrected May 1, 2026
  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident Assessment and Care PlanningCorrected May 1, 2026
  • Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Nutrition and DietaryCorrected May 1, 2026
  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident Assessment and Care PlanningCorrected May 1, 2026
  • Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Quality of Life and CareCorrected May 1, 2026
  • Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Infection ControlCorrected May 1, 2026
  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident Assessment and Care PlanningCorrected May 1, 2026
  • Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Nutrition and DietaryFrom a complaintCorrected May 1, 2026
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationCorrected May 1, 2026
  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Quality of Life and CareFrom a complaintCorrected May 1, 2026
  • Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident RightsCorrected May 1, 2026
December 29, 2025 · Complaint investigation · 1 citation+
  • Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationFrom a complaintCorrected Jan 23, 2026
December 23, 2025 · Complaint investigation · 1 citation+
  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Quality of Life and CareFrom a complaintCorrected Jan 9, 2026
December 4, 2025 · Complaint investigation · 4 citations+
  • Provide appropriate foot care.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Quality of Life and CareFrom a complaintCorrected Dec 12, 2025
  • Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Quality of Life and CareFrom a complaintCorrected Dec 12, 2025
  • Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Nursing and Physician ServicesFrom a complaintCorrected Dec 12, 2025
  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationFrom a complaintCorrected Dec 12, 2025
July 23, 2025 · Complaint investigation · 1 citation+
  • Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident RightsFrom a complaintCorrected Aug 5, 2025
April 9, 2025 · Complaint investigation · 1 citation+
  • 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.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Resident RightsFrom a complaintCorrected May 6, 2025
April 3, 2025 · Complaint investigation · 3 citations+
  • Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

    Immediate danger to residents, a few residents (level J)Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationFrom a complaintCorrected May 6, 2025
  • Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, widespread (level F)AdministrationFrom a complaintCorrected May 6, 2025
  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident Assessment and Care PlanningFrom a complaintCorrected May 6, 2025
February 7, 2025 · Standard inspection · 5 citations+
  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, widespread (level F)Nutrition and DietaryFrom a complaintCorrected Mar 17, 2025
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Infection ControlFrom a complaintCorrected Mar 17, 2025
  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Resident Assessment and Care PlanningFrom a complaintCorrected Mar 17, 2025
  • 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.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Quality of Life and CareFrom a complaintCorrected Mar 17, 2025
  • Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Resident RightsFrom a complaintCorrected Mar 17, 2025

Showing the 60 most recent. The full list is on Medicare.gov.

Fines and payment denials

1 fine totaling $7,656 in the last three years.

  • October 31, 2023Fine: $7,656

About the home, per Medicare

Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Legal business name
Penn-Allegheny Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC
Medicare-certified beds
187
Average residents per day
166
Accepts
Medicare and Medicaid
First certified
September 1, 1978
Inside a hospital
No
Continuing care retirement community
Yes
Resident or family council
Resident
Sprinklers in all required areas
Yes
CMS Certification Number
395423

Location

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6655 FRANKSTOWN AVENUEPittsburgh, PA 15206

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Questions about Champion City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

How did Champion City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center do on its last inspection?+

State inspectors visited on March 27, 2026 and cited 50 health deficiencies, 26 of them from complaint investigations. The Pennsylvania average is 10.0.

How much nursing care does each resident get at Champion City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?+

Nurses and aides spend 2 hours 57 minutes with each resident per day, including 16 minutes from registered nurses. 61% of nursing staff left over the past year.

Has Champion City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center been fined by Medicare?+

Yes. Medicare fined Champion City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center once in the last three years, totaling $7,656.

Does Medicare cover skilled nursing?+

Medicare covers up to 100 days of skilled nursing per benefit period after a qualifying 3-day hospital stay — fully for the first 20 days, then with a daily copay. Long-term custodial stays are generally not covered.

How much does a nursing home cost?+

A semi-private room averages about $7,900 per month nationally; private rooms cost more. Medicaid is the largest payer for long-term nursing home care.

What is the CMS star rating?+

Medicare rates nursing homes 1 to 5 stars on its Care Compare site. We don't repeat those stars here. Each nursing home page shows Medicare's underlying record instead: inspections, staffing and fines, with a link to check it on Medicare.gov.

Senior living in Pittsburgh Skilled Nursing in Pennsylvania Skilled Nursing guide Information last updated October 2026