Allentown Senior AdvisorWhat kind of nursing home is Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation?
Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation is a 227-bed Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home at 2021 Westgate Drive, Bethlehem 18017, licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Health and rated 1 of 5 overall by CMS (Care Compare data as of October 1, 2026).
| Record | Value |
|---|---|
| CMS certification number (CCN) | 395429 |
| Certified beds | 227 |
| Average residents per day (CMS) | 192.5 |
| Ownership type (CMS) | For profit - Corporation |
| Legal business name | 2021 Westgate Drive Operations Llc |
| Chain (CMS) | GENESIS HEALTHCARE |
| First certified for Medicare and Medicaid | December 26, 1978 |
| CMS abuse icon | Shown (cited for abuse in recent inspections) |
How does CMS rate Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation?
CMS's Care Compare gives Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation 1 of 5 overall, 2 for health inspections, 1 for staffing and 3 for quality measures.
| CMS rating | Stars |
|---|---|
| Overall | 1 of 5 |
| Health inspections | 2 of 5 |
| Staffing | 1 of 5 |
| Quality measures | 3 of 5 |
| Long-stay quality | 4 of 5 |
| Short-stay quality | 2 of 5 |
Reported total nurse staffing is 3.26 hours per resident per day, lower than the Lehigh Valley median of 3.62; registered nurse time is 0.44 hours, lower than the Lehigh Valley median of 0.61; and nursing staff turnover is 55.8%, higher than the Lehigh Valley median of 39.7%.
What did the latest inspection find at Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation?
The most recent standard health inspection CMS reports, on September 5, 2025, found 15 health deficiencies (7 from complaint investigations), against a Lehigh Valley median of 6; CMS also lists 1 federal fine totaling $27,378 over the past three years.
The two earlier inspection cycles recorded 6 deficiencies combined, and CMS lists 0 citations from infection-control inspections. Pennsylvania Department of Health surveyors carry out these inspections for CMS.
How full is Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation, and who is it for?
CMS reports an average of 192 residents a day in 227 certified beds, about 85% occupancy; most admissions are short-term rehab stays after a hospital discharge, alongside long-term residents paid by Medicaid or privately.
Ask the admissions office whether the home accepts Medical Assistance through Community HealthChoices for long-term stays, and whether a Medicaid bed would mean a room change.
Which nursing homes are near Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation?
The closest other certified nursing home is Bethlehem North Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation in Bethlehem, about 0.0 miles away, rated 1 of 5 by CMS.
| Facility | Miles away | CMS overall | Certified beds | CMS deficiencies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethlehem North Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation 2029 Westgate Drive, 18017 | 0.0 | 1 of 5 | 217 | 19 |
| Good Shepherd Home-Bethlehem 2855 Schoenersville Road, 18017 | 0.6 | 5 of 5 | 60 | 1 |
| Riverton Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center 803 North Wahneta St., 18103 | 1.3 | 4 of 5 | 111 | 7 |
| Holy Family Manor 1200 Spring Street, 18018 | 1.6 | 4 of 5 | 208 | 7 |
Which hospital is closest to Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation?
By straight-line distance the nearest acute-care hospital is St. Luke's University Hospital (Bethlehem) (about 4.2 miles), then Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest (about 6.5 miles).
Hospital discharge planners suggest nursing homes with open beds, but under Medicare you may choose any certified home that will accept you.
CMS record: Care Compare
