Total health inspections
13
Pennsylvania average 6.7
Last Health inspection on Sep 2025
Mix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
Saunders House
Nursing Home in Montgomery County
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Saunders House
Nursing Home in Montgomery County
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Ideally situated near Lankenau Medical Center on Lancaster Avenue, Penn Wynne, PA, Saunders House is a trusted community that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Dedicated to improving residents’ well-being, the community provides extensive care programs, including memory care, wound care, short-term care, and long-term care, to ensure they find the care they need. A kind and highly trained team also helps with residents’ daily living activities around the clock, providing more time to do the things they love.
Elevate retirement experience with a well-thought-out calendar of exciting events and fun learning programs that aim to keep residents active and well-connected. Mealtimes are also something to anticipate, with delightful and healthy meals that foster comfort and meet dietary needs. The community is great for those looking to enjoy their golden years, especially with its state-of-the-art amenities and all-inclusive rates.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 122nd out of 168 homes in Pennsylvania.
Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
This home is ranked 122nd out of 168 homes in Pennsylvania.Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 46m per day
vs Pennsylvania avg
-9%
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
180
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
86.3%
Avg. Length of Stay
75 days
Occupancy rate
86.3%
Avg. Length of Stay
75 days
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
34% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
24 days
Private pay
54% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
28 days
Medicaid
12% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 years
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$15.5M
Operating loss
-$256.6K
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$15.5M
Operating loss
-$256.6K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.4M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$10.4M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$15.8M
Walk Score: 32 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private / Shared Rooms
Building Type: 2-story
Dining Services
Housekeeping Services
Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Types of Care at Saunders House
Nursing Home
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
45
Pennsylvania average 31.3
Citations per inspection
3.46
Pennsylvania average 4.4
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
16 of 45 citations resulted from standard inspections; 20 of 45 resulted from complaint investigations; and 9 of 45 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
1
1
233% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 0.3
Serious Health citations
1
1
67% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 0.6
1 critical citation
1 serious citation
42 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Sep 17, 2025
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Sep 17, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Jun 17, 2025
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Jun 17, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
May 09, 2025
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
May 09, 2025
Corrected
Administration moderate citation
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
May 09, 2025
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
May 09, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
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| Saunders House |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Penn Wynne (Overbrook Hills) | 180 | 86.3% | +10% | 3.76 | -53% | -9% | 1 | 45 | 3.5 | 2 | 173 | - | 32 | Lancaster Operating, Llc | $15.4M | $5.4M | 34.9% | 395380 | ||||
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
362
Employees
126
Contractors
236
Staff to resident ratio
2.10:1
8% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average ratio: 1.94:1
Avg staff/day
84
Average shift
7.9 hours
0% compared with Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 7.8 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
60,281
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
20
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
85
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
224
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
30.3%
18,260 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 174
Licensed Practical Nurse: 53
Registered Nurse: 9
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 50 | 174 | 224 | 31,084 | 91 | 100% | 8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 32 | 53 | 85 | 16,150 | 91 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 9 | 20 | 3,813 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,399 | 79 | 87% | 6.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,032 | 86 | 95% | 7.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 944 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 888 | 66 | 73% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 6 | 0 | 6 | 880 | 87 | 96% | 5.9 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 803 | 68 | 75% | 6.5 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 4 | 0 | 4 | 538 | 69 | 76% | 5.3 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 62 | 68% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 67% | 8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 60 | 66% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 440 | 55 | 60% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 334 | 55 | 60% | 5.8 |
224 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
85 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
20 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
6 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
87%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
95%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
71%
2 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
73%
6 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
96%
4 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days
75%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
76%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
70%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
68%
1 Administrator
% of Days
67%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
66%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
60%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
60%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
172
Medicare
14
8.1% of residents
Medicaid
142
82.6% of residents
Private pay or other
16
9.3% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Nurse Aide Training
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
5.9
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
5.9
47% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 11.0
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
9.2
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
9.2
59% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 22.2
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
6.9%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
6.9%
64% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 19.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
9.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
9.3%
56% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 21.1%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
11.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
11.4%
57% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 26.7%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.4%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.4%
8% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 3.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.5%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.5%
18% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 5.5%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.2%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.2%
90% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 1.8%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.3%
20% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 6.6%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.2%
97% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 5.5%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
10.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
10.7%
37% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 17.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
84.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
84.0%
In line with Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 86.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
86.7%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
86.7%
7% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 93.5%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
52.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
52.3%
24% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 68.8%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.5%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.5%
66% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 1.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
53.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
53.7%
22% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 68.7%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$14K
76% lower than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: $59K
Number of fines
1
52% fewer fines than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 2.1
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 0.2
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$14K
Pennsylvania average
$59K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jul 19, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jul 19, 2024
$14K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Saunders House based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
92.7%
↑ 6.4pp vs 2023
Net Income
-$229.6K
↑ ~$26.9K vs 2023
Total Payroll
$9.8M
↑ ~$3.5M vs 2023
Profit Margin
-1.0%
↑ 0.6pp vs 2023
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