Map showing the location of CRAWFORD CARE CENTER in SAEGERTOWN, Pennsylvania
20881 STATE HIGHWAY 198, SAEGERTOWN, PA, 16433

Overall Score

CMS Five-Star Quality Rating
1/5Much below averageCMS Five-Star overall rating
  1. Much below average
  2. Below average
  3. Average
  4. Above average
  5. Much above average

Where it ranks

  • PennsylvaniaLowest tier among peers653 rated homes · average 3.0★
  • Crawford CountyLowest tier among peers6 rated homes · average 4.2★
  • United StatesLowest tier among peers14,574 rated homes · average 3.0★

How the rating is built

  • Health inspectionsStarting point2★−0.8 vs PA avg
  • StaffingCan add or remove a star1★−2.3 vs PA avg
  • Quality measuresCan add or remove a star4★+0.5 vs PA avg

CMS starts from the health inspection stars, then adds or subtracts a star for staffing and for quality measures. Stars are assigned relative to other facilities in the same state.

Ratings & measures

Tap a row to see what it means
Health inspection ratingCMS stars from the last three on-site inspection cycles2★Above only 20% of peersPA avg2.8★U.S. avg2.8★
What is health inspection rating?

Stars assigned from the last three standard surveys and every complaint investigation in that window, weighted toward the most recent and the most serious findings. CMS assigns these stars relative to other facilities in the same state.

Why it matters

It carries the most weight in the overall rating and is the only domain based on what trained inspectors saw on site rather than what the facility reported.

Staffing ratingCMS stars from payroll-reported hours and turnover1★Lowest tier among peersPA avg3.3★U.S. avg2.9★
What is staffing rating?

Nurse and aide hours per resident day from payroll records CMS collects every quarter, adjusted for how much care residents need, plus staff turnover and weekend coverage.

Why it matters

More hours and lower turnover are the strongest predictors of fewer falls, pressure sores, and avoidable hospital stays.

Quality measures ratingCMS stars from clinical outcomes and resident assessments4★Above only 46% of peersPA avg3.5★U.S. avg3.6★
What is quality measures rating?

Clinical outcomes from resident assessments and Medicare claims: falls with injury, pressure ulcers, hospitalizations, antipsychotic use, and more, for both short-stay and long-stay residents.

Why it matters

It shows whether care is working, but part of it comes from the facility’s own assessments, so read it alongside the inspection results.

Total nurse hoursPer resident per day, all nursing staff3.14hrsAbove only 7% of peersPA avg3.89Benchmark4.10
What is total nurse hours?

All licensed nurse and aide hours worked, divided by the number of residents, on an average day. Reported from payroll, not self-reported.

Why it matters

Federal research links 4.1 hours a day to fewer avoidable harms. Below about 3 hours, residents wait longer for help with basics like toileting and repositioning.

RN hoursPer resident per day, registered nurses only0.39hrsAbove only 8% of peersPA avg0.78Benchmark0.75
What is rn hours?

Registered nurse hours only. RNs assess residents, manage medications, and catch changes in condition; LPNs and aides deliver most hands-on care.

Why it matters

RN coverage is the staffing measure most tied to fewer hospital transfers and infections, and it is where thinly staffed facilities cut first.

Nursing staff turnoverShare of nursing staff who left within a year · lower is better70%Above only 6% of peersPA avg47%RN turnover79%
What is nursing staff turnover?

The share of nursing staff who left within the past year, from the same payroll data.

Why it matters

High turnover means residents are cared for by people who do not know them, and it is one of the strongest predictors of inspection problems.

Fines in the last three yearsCivil money penalties imposed by CMS · lower is better$158,696Above only 5% of peersPA avg$28,640Fines · denials2 · 0
What is fines in the last three years?

Civil money penalties CMS imposed after serious or uncorrected deficiencies, and denials of Medicare payment for new admissions.

Why it matters

Penalties follow the worst inspection findings. A recent fine is the clearest sign that inspectors found real harm.

Inspection history

Last three inspection cycles
41citations
9inspection dates
1actual harm (G–I)
1immediate jeopardy (J–L)
Apr 17, 2025most recent

Citations by monthFeb 2023 – Apr 2025

  • No actual harm (D–F)
  • Actual harm (G–I)
  • Immediate jeopardy (J–L)
  • $Fine or payment denial

Click a month or a year to filter the findings below. Arrow keys move between months; Esc clears.

Apr 17, 202510 citationsCycle 1worst F · no actual harm
  1. F712Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.Nursing and Physician ServicesE · patternCorrected May 21, 2025
  2. F761Ensure 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.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected May 21, 2025
  3. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected May 21, 2025
  4. F814Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected May 21, 2025
  5. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryF · widespreadCorrected May 21, 2025
  6. F578Honor 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.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected May 21, 2025
  7. F584Honor 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.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected May 21, 2025
  8. F655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedResident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected May 21, 2025
  9. F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected May 21, 2025
  10. F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected May 21, 2025
Jan 6, 20254 citationsCycle 2worst E · no actual harm
  1. F568Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.Resident RightsB · patternCorrected Feb 18, 2025
  2. Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.Nutrition and DietaryD · isolatedCorrected Feb 18, 2025
  3. F553Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Feb 18, 2025
  4. F803Ensure 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.Nutrition and DietaryD · isolatedCorrected Feb 18, 2025
Aug 14, 20242 citationsCycle 2worst D · no actual harm$151,253
  1. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2024
  2. F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2024
Aug 2, 20244 citationsCycle 2worst K · immediate jeopardy$151,253
  1. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlK · patternCorrected Aug 28, 2024
  2. F561Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Aug 28, 2024
  3. F835Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.AdministrationE · patternCorrected Aug 28, 2024
  4. F882Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Aug 28, 2024
May 3, 202412 citationsCycle 2worst E · no actual harm
  1. F698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jun 17, 2024
  2. F758Implement 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 only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Jun 17, 2024
  3. F761Ensure 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.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Jun 17, 2024
  4. F868Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterlyAdministrationE · patternCorrected Jun 17, 2024
  5. F851Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.AdministrationD · isolatedCorrected Jun 17, 2024
  6. F552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Jun 17, 2024
  7. F582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Jun 17, 2024
  8. F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Jun 17, 2024
  9. F655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedResident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Jun 17, 2024
  10. F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Jun 17, 2024
  11. F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Jun 17, 2024
  12. F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jun 17, 2024
Apr 12, 20243 citationsCycle 2worst E · no actual harm
  1. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected May 14, 2024
  2. F561Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected May 14, 2024
  3. F800Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected May 14, 2024
Feb 8, 20241 citationCycle 2worst E · no actual harm
  1. F561Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Mar 13, 2024
Jun 15, 20234 citationsCycle 3worst G · actual harm$7,443
  1. F761Ensure 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.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Jul 28, 2023
  2. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jul 28, 2023
  3. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareG · isolatedCorrected Jul 28, 2023
  4. F692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jul 28, 2023
Feb 8, 20231 citationCycle 3worst D · no actual harm
  1. F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Mar 17, 2023

Staffing

From quarterly payroll reports

Hours per resident per day

  • All nursing staffRNs, LPNs and aides combined3.14hrsAbove only 7% of peers−0.75 vs PA avg
  • Registered nursesRN hours only0.39hrsAbove only 8% of peers−0.39 vs PA avg
  • Licensed practical nursesLPN hours0.85hrs
  • Nurse aidesCNA hours1.90hrs
  • Weekend nursingAll staff on Saturdays and Sundays2.90hrs
  • Pennsylvania average
  • Research benchmark (4.10 total, 0.75 RN)

Turnover & capacity

  • Nursing staff turnoverShare who left within a year · lower is better70%Above only 6% of peersPA avg 47%
  • RN turnoverRegistered nurses only79%Not ranked by CMS
  • Administrators who leftIn the past year0Stable leadership
  • Occupancy157 certified beds · ~121 residents a day77%Above only 26% of peersPA avg 82%

Fines & penalties

Roughly the past three years

Enforcement summary

  • $158,696In fines
  • 2Fines
  • 0Payment denials
  • $28,640PA avg in fines
Above only 5% of peersFewer fines than 5% of rated homes in Pennsylvania

Actions on record

  1. Aug 2, 2024Civil money penalty$151,253
  2. Jun 15, 2023Civil money penalty$7,443

Ownership

As filed with CMS

Structure

Ownership type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Chain
Abraham Smilow7 facilities in the chain1.4★ chain average
Certification
Medicare and Medicaid
Location type
Rural
Ownership change
None in the last 12 months

People and entities on file

Direct owners (5%+)
  • Crawford Care Center Opco LLC
Indirect owners (5%+)
  • Hillel Tropper 2016 Irrevocable Trust
  • Lads Avenue Associates LLC
  • Moshe Trooper 2016 Irrevocable Trust
  • T3 Initiatives LLC
  • Abraham Smilow
  • Baruch Travitsky
Operational or managerial control
  • Donald Park
  • Charles Rohrbach
  • Abraham Smilow
Corporate officers
  • Abraham Smilow

Person Organization

Sources & notes

Public data, updated quarterly

Data sources

  • CMS Care Compare · Provider InformationStar ratings, staffing hours, turnover, penalties and flags · processed February 2026.
  • CMS Health CitationsEvery deficiency from the last three inspection cycles, with scope, severity and inspection cycle.
  • CMS Penalties and Ownership filesCivil money penalties, payment denials, and the owners and managers on file.

Notes

  • CMS Certification Number 395853 · 20881 STATE HIGHWAY 198, SAEGERTOWN, PA, 16433.
  • Percentiles compare this facility with every rated nursing home in Pennsylvania and Crawford County. Turnover and fines are inverted so a high percentile is always good.
  • This is an informational summary of public data, not medical, legal, or placement advice. Facilities cannot pay to change it; a facility that believes a record is wrong can dispute it with CMS.

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