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Little Sisters of the Poor, Pittsburgh, PA: 2 star rating, fined $59,057 across 4 fines

Little Sisters of the Poor in Pittsburgh, PA is run by Little Sisters of the Poor of the State of Pennsylvania, with no owner listed in the CMS ownership file, is rated 2 of 5 stars by Medicare, and was fined $59,057 across 4 fines in the three years to October 1, 2026. CMS lists 48 health citations from inspections in that time, the latest survey on August 26, 2026, and 5 of them found actual harm or immediate jeopardy.

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Address
1028 Benton Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Overall rating
2 of 5 stars
Health inspection rating
1 of 5
Staffing rating
5 of 5
Quality measure rating
2 of 5
Certified beds
48
Residents per day
45 on average
Ownership type
Nonprofit, corporation
Legal business name
Little Sisters of the Poor of the State of Pennsylvania
Abuse icon
CMS shows an abuse icon on Care Compare
Fines
$59,057 across 4 fines, three years to October 1, 2026
Payment denials
0
Health citations
48, of which 5 with actual harm or immediate jeopardy
Latest survey
August 26, 2026
CMS Certification Number
396116
On Care Compare
Medicare Care Compare

Fines and payment denials

Every fine and payment denial CMS lists for this facility in the three years, newest first.

DateTypeFine amountDenial startsDenial daysSource
January 22, 2026Fine$9,110Not listeddata.cms.gov
January 22, 2026Fine$8,236Not listeddata.cms.gov
April 16, 2025Fine$25,672Not listeddata.cms.gov
November 27, 2024Fine$16,039Not listeddata.cms.gov

Recent health citations

Citations from health inspections, newest first.

Survey dateTagWhat CMS citedScope and severityStatusCorrected onSource
August 26, 2026F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedSeptember 11, 2026data.cms.gov
August 26, 2026F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 11, 2026data.cms.gov
January 22, 2026F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedMarch 5, 2026data.cms.gov
January 22, 2026F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedMarch 5, 2026data.cms.gov
January 22, 2026F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 5, 2026data.cms.gov
December 3, 2025F949Provide behavior health training consistent with the requirements and as determined by a facility assessment.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 18, 2025data.cms.gov
December 3, 2025F946Provide training in compliance and ethics.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 18, 2025data.cms.gov
December 3, 2025F944Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 18, 2025data.cms.gov
December 3, 2025F942Ensure that staff members are educated on resident rights and facility responsibilities to properly care for its residents.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 18, 2025data.cms.gov
December 3, 2025F941Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program that includes effective communications for direct care staff members.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 18, 2025data.cms.gov
December 3, 2025F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmPast noncomplianceOctober 6, 2025data.cms.gov
May 21, 2025F745Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 13, 2025data.cms.gov
May 21, 2025F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 13, 2025data.cms.gov
April 16, 2025F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.J: isolated, immediate jeopardyCorrectedMay 16, 2025data.cms.gov
April 16, 2025F835Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 16, 2025data.cms.gov
April 16, 2025F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 16, 2025data.cms.gov
November 27, 2024F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedJanuary 24, 2025data.cms.gov
November 27, 2024F949Provide behavior health training consistent with the requirements and as determined by a facility assessment.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 24, 2025data.cms.gov
November 27, 2024F947Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 24, 2025data.cms.gov
November 27, 2024F946Provide training in compliance and ethics.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 24, 2025data.cms.gov
November 27, 2024F945Include as part of its infection prevention and control program, mandatory training that includes written standards, policies, and procedures for the program.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 24, 2025data.cms.gov
November 27, 2024F944Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 24, 2025data.cms.gov
November 27, 2024F943Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 24, 2025data.cms.gov
November 27, 2024F941Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program that includes effective communications for direct care staff members.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 24, 2025data.cms.gov
November 27, 2024F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 24, 2025data.cms.gov
November 27, 2024F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 24, 2025data.cms.gov
November 27, 2024F761Ensure 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 24, 2025data.cms.gov
November 27, 2024F700Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 24, 2025data.cms.gov
November 27, 2024F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 24, 2025data.cms.gov
November 27, 2024F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 24, 2025data.cms.gov
November 27, 2024F625Notify 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 24, 2025data.cms.gov
November 27, 2024F623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 24, 2025data.cms.gov
November 27, 2024F622Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 24, 2025data.cms.gov
November 27, 2024F585Honor 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 24, 2025data.cms.gov
November 27, 2024F584Honor 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 24, 2025data.cms.gov
November 27, 2024F577Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 24, 2025data.cms.gov
November 27, 2024F575Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 24, 2025data.cms.gov
November 27, 2024F554Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 24, 2025data.cms.gov
November 27, 2024F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 24, 2025data.cms.gov
December 8, 2023F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 12, 2024data.cms.gov
December 8, 2023F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 12, 2024data.cms.gov
December 8, 2023F836Ensure 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 12, 2024data.cms.gov
December 8, 2023F803Ensure 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.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 12, 2024data.cms.gov
December 8, 2023F693Ensure 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 12, 2024data.cms.gov
December 8, 2023F692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 12, 2024data.cms.gov
December 8, 2023F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 12, 2024data.cms.gov
December 8, 2023F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 12, 2024data.cms.gov
December 8, 2023F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 12, 2024data.cms.gov

Owners and managers

Organizations CMS lists as owners or managers of this facility, as CMS names them. CMS also lists 9 individual or personal trusts (4 managers, 4 officers, directors or trustees, 1 other disclosable parties). Their names are not shown on this page.

OrganizationRoleShareSinceSource
Little Sisters of the Poor of the State of PennsylvaniaOperational or managerial controlNot listedJanuary 1, 1966data.cms.gov

Also on SpecStream

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