Best Nursing Homes in Pittsburgh, PA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 8 nursing homes in Pittsburgh, PA using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in PA
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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the PA Depts. of Human Services & Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Pennsylvania average is: 70.1% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Asbury Heights ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Pittsburgh
120
Facility 120
PA AVG 109
Rank #62 / 200
?--
3.48
Facility 3.48
PA AVG 3.94
Rank #115 / 182
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ +58%-12%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.4k
Rank #1 / 183
23
Facility 23
PA AVG 32.0
Rank #109 / 179
3.8
Facility 3.8
PA AVG 4.2
Rank #107 / 179
-136-
47
Facility 47
PA AVG 50
Rank #116 / 208
Asbury Healthcare, LLC
$27.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $27.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
PA AVG $19.6M
Rank #31 / 177
$14.9MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $14.9MFiscal year ending 12/2024
PA AVG $11.9M
Rank #43 / 177
53.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 53.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
PA AVG 70.1%
Rank #92 / 177
395391
Reformed Presbyterian Home ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
IL
SNF
Pittsburgh (Perry South)
56
Facility 56
PA AVG 109
Rank #157 / 200
?
39.3%
Facility 39.3%
PA AVG 75.3%
Rank #159 / 163
-48%
4.32
Facility 4.32
PA AVG 3.94
Rank #73 / 182
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ +151%+10%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.4k
Rank #1 / 183
40
Facility 40
PA AVG 32.0
Rank #140 / 179
4.0
Facility 4.0
PA AVG 4.2
Rank #113 / 179
222A+
50
Facility 50
PA AVG 50
Rank #105 / 208
Reformed Presbyterian Women's Association
$7.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $7.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
PA AVG $19.6M
Rank #166 / 177
$4.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $4.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
PA AVG $11.9M
Rank #166 / 177
66.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 66.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
PA AVG 70.1%
Rank #46 / 177
395561
Little Sisters of the Poor ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
IL
Pittsburgh (Brighton Heights)
48
Facility 48
PA AVG 109
Rank #169 / 200
D-
92.9%
Facility 92.9%
PA AVG 75.3%
Rank #25 / 163
+23%
6.54
Facility 6.54
PA AVG 3.94
Rank #10 / 182
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ +60%+66%
$59.1k
Facility $59.1k
PA AVG $61.4k
Rank #170 / 183
46
Facility 46
PA AVG 32.0
Rank #156 / 179
7.7
Facility 7.7
PA AVG 4.2
Rank #170 / 179
445-
46
Facility 46
PA AVG 50
Rank #118 / 208
Claire Mccanless$3.1M*Fiscal year ending 2015These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.$4.8M*Fiscal year ending 2015These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.155%*Fiscal year ending 2015These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.396116
South Western Veterans Center ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
NH
MC
Pittsburgh (Lincoln-Lemington-Belmar)
236
Facility 236
PA AVG 109
Rank #12 / 200
C
77.5%
Facility 77.5%
PA AVG 75.3%
Rank #95 / 163
+3%
5.11
Facility 5.11
PA AVG 3.94
Rank #31 / 182
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -+30%
$245.6k
Facility $245.6k
PA AVG $61.4k
Rank #183 / 183
36
Facility 36
PA AVG 32.0
Rank #131 / 179
6.0
Facility 6.0
PA AVG 4.2
Rank #161 / 179
3183-
5
Facility 5
PA AVG 50
Rank #199 / 208
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Vincentian Home ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Pittsburgh
110
Facility 110
PA AVG 109
Rank #75 / 200
?
71.8%
Facility 71.8%
PA AVG 75.3%
Rank #104 / 163
-5%
4.43
Facility 4.43
PA AVG 3.94
Rank #99 / 182
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ +83%+13%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.4k
Rank #1 / 183
34
Facility 34
PA AVG 32.0
Rank #129 / 179
4.9
Facility 4.9
PA AVG 4.2
Rank #142 / 179
-79A
20
Facility 20
PA AVG 50
Rank #170 / 208
Vincentian Home Inc
$20.4MFiscal year ending 06/2025
Facility $20.4MFiscal year ending 06/2025
PA AVG $19.6M
Rank #64 / 177
$12.4MFiscal year ending 06/2025
Facility $12.4MFiscal year ending 06/2025
PA AVG $11.9M
Rank #62 / 177
61%Fiscal year ending 06/2025
Facility 61%Fiscal year ending 06/2025
PA AVG 70.1%
Rank #63 / 177
395034
Seneca Place Village ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
AL
IL
SNF
Verona
100
Facility 100
PA AVG 109
Rank #90 / 200
?
77.0%
Facility 77.0%
PA AVG 75.3%
Rank #81 / 163
+2%
3.43
Facility 3.43
PA AVG 3.94
Rank #122 / 182
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ +55%-13%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.4k
Rank #1 / 183
73
Facility 73
PA AVG 32.0
Rank #175 / 179
6.6
Facility 6.6
PA AVG 4.2
Rank #166 / 179
-77-
20
Facility 20
PA AVG 50
Rank #170 / 208
Seneca Manor, LLC$15.6M*Fiscal year ending 12/2023These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.$7.7M*Fiscal year ending 12/2023These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.49.2%*Fiscal year ending 12/2023These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.395790
Canterbury Place ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Pittsburgh (Central Lawrenceville)
78
Facility 78
PA AVG 109
Rank #120 / 200
?--
3.84
Facility 3.84
PA AVG 3.94
Rank #86 / 182
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ +52%-3%
$0
Facility $0
PA AVG $61.4k
Rank #1 / 183
52
Facility 52
PA AVG 32.0
Rank #161 / 179
4.3
Facility 4.3
PA AVG 4.2
Rank #126 / 179
4111A+
93
Facility 93
PA AVG 50
Rank #8 / 208
Canterbury Place
$14.9MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $14.9MFiscal year ending 12/2024
PA AVG $19.6M
Rank #106 / 177
$10.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $10.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
PA AVG $11.9M
Rank #79 / 177
72.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 72.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
PA AVG 70.1%
Rank #36 / 177
395146
Marian Manor-
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Pittsburgh (Banksville)
118
Facility 118
PA AVG 109
Rank #69 / 200
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27
Facility 27
PA AVG 50
Rank #154 / 208
$7.7M*Fiscal year ending 05/2023These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.$6.0M*Fiscal year ending 05/2023These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.77.7%*Fiscal year ending 05/2023These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.395765

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other PA nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 8 analyzed for Pittsburgh. See how we rank facilities

Asbury Heights

700 Bower Hill Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15243
Overview of Asbury Heights

Asbury Heights offers nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Pittsburgh, PA. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. Independent living comes with a private apartment and community services but no daily care. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The combination of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to another level can happen within the same community. Asbury Heights has 120 beds and is operated by Asbury Healthcare. Starting rates are $2,983 per month for independent living, $212 per day for assisted living, $246 per day for memory care, and $423 per day for skilled nursing. The billing schedules differ: Independent living is budgeted monthly, while the other listed care levels are budgeted by day. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted.

Housing includes studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom apartment layouts. A studio provides a single private space, while a two bedroom apartment can suit a couple or a resident who wants a companion. Pets are allowed, so residents can bring a pet. Gardens, a pergola or gazebo, an indoor cafe, a beauty salon, and a barbershop are available on site. Activities include shopping outings, balance class, live music and entertainment, and cooking classes. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours 29 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nurse staffing time allocated per resident.

A Walk Score of 47 places Asbury Heights in a car dependent setting, where most errands require a car or a ride. For a resident who no longer drives, arranging transportation is generally necessary for errands outside the community.

$423/Day Info Pricing updated on October 12th, 2026

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Overview of Reformed Presbyterian Home

Reformed Presbyterian Home provides nursing home, skilled nursing, and independent living in Pittsburgh’s Perry South neighborhood. Reformed Presbyterian Women’s Association operates the home. With 56 beds, it falls in the smaller-community range, where staff and residents can get to know each other. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 19 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident.

The combination of independent living with nursing home and skilled nursing may suit a resident whose care needs could grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover eligible care costs. A Walk Score of 50 out of 100 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete certain nearby errands independently.

Grooming can be arranged at the on-site beauty and barber shop. The chapel, worship services, Bible studies, and devotional meetings support participation in Reformed Presbyterian religious activities. Pet therapy, music therapy, cooking activities, crafts, bingo, and resident council meetings offer structured ways to spend time and take part in community life.

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Overview of Little Sisters of the Poor

Little Sisters of the Poor provides nursing home and independent living in Pittsburgh, PA. Nursing home care includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care.

Having both care types in one community may suit an older adult whose needs grow over time and who may be able to move from independent living to nursing home care without leaving the community. Little Sisters of the Poor serves elderly people who are poor at Sts. Peter and Paul Home.

The home has 48 beds and is 94% occupied, so most beds are currently in use and availability may be limited. In Brighton Heights, the community has a Walk Score of 46 out of 100, a car dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride, so a resident who no longer drives generally cannot complete errands independently on foot.

Total nurse staffing is 6 hours 32 minutes per resident per day, representing the total daily nurse time assigned to each resident. Little Sisters of the Poor may be a good fit for an older adult who needs either private independent living or around the clock nursing care within the same community.

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Overview of South Western Veterans Center

Located in Pittsburgh’s Lincoln-Lemington-Belmar neighborhood, South Western Veterans Center has provided skilled nursing and memory care services since opening in 1997. Residents requiring clinical monitoring receive continuous on-site nursing attention, while those living with cognitive impairments benefit from a secured memory unit designed to prevent wandering. Hosting 236 beds, this sizable campus offers the capacity and resources to support a wide range of daily programs tailored specifically for military veterans.

Healthcare delivery includes an on-staff physician alongside physical, occupational, and recreational therapy programs. Daily attention remains high, averaging 5 hours and 7 minutes of total nurse staffing per resident. Conveniences feature a dedicated chapel, a barbershop, salon treatments, and scheduled group transportation. Outdoor grounds showcase a shaded paved patio, picnic seating, and a pavilion set within landscaped green spaces for social gatherings or relaxation.

Activity scheduling emphasizes social connection through structured programs like ceramics, bingo, gardening clubs, and walking groups. Regular community outings and events round out the weekly calendar.

Interested individuals researching veteran-focused healthcare options can find a broad blend of clinical therapies, structured recreation, and dedicated memory support on site.

Contact South Western Veterans Center

Overview of Vincentian Home

Vincentian Home is an elegant skilled nursing and rehabilitation center that also offers independent living and memory care. The home provides graceful living for short-term or long-term stays in a cozy nurturing environment. Vincentian Home Home provides services for inpatient and outpatient care; assisting everyday living with enriching activities that contribute to a high success rate for recovery. 
Vincentian Home focuses on outpatient rehabilitation; speech, occupational, and physical therapy are offered for short-term care. Independent living, memory care, and personal care are also offered where residents are given additional support with daily activities.

Contact Vincentian Home

Seneca Place Village

5360 Saltsburg Rd, Verona, PA 15147
Overview of Seneca Place Village

Tucked away within the scenic neighborhood of Verona, PA, Seneca Place Village is a one-of-a-kind senior living community that strives to provide seniors with a fulfilling retirement lifestyle through comprehensive care. This includes independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. Residents enjoy a comfortable and worry-free lifestyle in spacious apartments equipped with various modern amenities. With a full calendar of activities and programs, residents maintain an active and engaging lifestyle. The community also provides a broad range of amenities that ensures residents’ wellness, comfort, and enjoyment, including freshly-made meals, transportation to outings and appointments, and housekeeping, all complemented with 24-hour nursing care and personal care services tailored to residents’ unique needs. With Seneca Place Village’s dedicated care and service, residents have the freedom to focus on doing things that really matter to them.

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Overview of Canterbury Place

Canterbury Place offers rehabilitation, skilled nursing, memory support, and personal care. The senior home has maintained a high-quality standard of service delivered with compassion. Canterbury Place is a resident-centered community that guarantees full support by professional nurses, licensed practical nurses, and assistants. 
Nursing home residents are under inpatient or outpatient programs with therapy and other specific treatment plans. Personal care and memory care residents are able to get on with daily tasks with assistance from the staff, and take part in stimulating activities; they are assisted in everyday living with enriching activities that contribute to a high success rate for recovery

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Marian Manor

2695 Winchester Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15220
Overview of Marian Manor

A member of the Vincentian Home, Marian Manor is sponsored by the Sisters of the Holy Spirit; hence, residents are in a faith-based environment with a strong sense of spiritual atmosphere. The home provides graceful living for long-term or short-term or long-term stays in a cozy nurturing environment focused on skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Vincentian Home Home provides services for inpatient and outpatient care; assisting everyday living with enriching activities that contribute to a high success rate for recovery.  
The lifestyle is centered on the improvement of each individual’s wellness. They offer 24-hour care, housekeeping, and medication management. Other community highlights include indoor and outdoor common areas, country kitchen restaurant-style dining, and well-kept bedrooms.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Pittsburgh, PA

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Pennsylvania?

Assisted living in Pennsylvania is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Pennsylvania Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Pennsylvania Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 8 nursing homes in Pittsburgh, PA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Pittsburgh, PA?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Pittsburgh, PA, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Pittsburgh, PA?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.

Nursing Homes in Pittsburgh at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 2.0/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Pittsburgh, PA. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 4.4/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Pittsburgh, PA. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 1.4/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Pittsburgh, PA. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5