Pennsylvania: CMS Rating Breakdown
Pennsylvania operates 657 CMS-certified nursing homes, according to current federal data. The state's average Five-Star overall rating stands at 3.01 out of 5. By ownership structure, the facilities break down as follows: 414 are for-profit operations, 222 are nonprofit, and 21 are government-run.
The Five-Star rating system carries documented limitations and should be understood as a broad indicator of the sector rather than a definitive assessment of any individual facility. When making decisions about a specific nursing home, prospective residents and their families should consult the facility's dedicated Care Compare profile and per-facility pages on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services website for detailed, current information. The rating system is not a substitute for medical, financial, or legal guidance.
How to read this. The star ratings here are official CMS Five-Star Quality figures, shown as the rating as of May2026 — a relative quality measure with documented limits, not a recommendation, guarantee, or medical/financial/legal advice. Always confirm the current rating and details on the facility’s live Medicare Care Compare profile, and involve the resident and their clinicians in any decision.
Ownership mix
| Ownership | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For Profit | 414 |
| Non Profit | 222 |
| Government | 21 |