3/5
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
3/5
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
The South Western Veterans Center is where patriotism and Pittsburgh lifestyle finds its balance. Nestled away from the hustle and bustle of the city, the veterans nursing home can find a new meaning of a quiet and peaceful way of life. Camaraderie is found in the atmosphere of the community; found in how management and staff honor the American Heroes. At SWVC, seniors maintain an active and enjoyable lifestyle in a restful new home.
SWVC living is simple and easy– residents are able to have a stress-free everyday living. There’s a lot in store for seniors, but to name a few of their highlighted services and amenities include pharmacy services, medical services, and 24-hour nursing care. Residents are given fully-furnished bedrooms, enjoy leisure and spiritual activities, take part in therapy, and enjoy meals prepared by a dietician.
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.
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.
This home is ranked 32nd out of 207 homes in Pennsylvania for nurse hours. 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.
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 1h 25m per day | ▲ 81% State avg: 47m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 54m per day | ■ Avg State avg: 55m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 2h 23m per day | ▲ 8% State avg: 2h 12m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day |
|
Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 3h 59m per day | ▲ 13% State avg: 3h 31m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 2m per day | ▼ 67% State avg: 6m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
Weekend RN
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 1h 1m per day | ▲ 85% State avg: 33m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
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
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.31
22% better than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 1.68
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.38
15% worse than Pennsylvania averagePennsylvania average: 1.20
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
5.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Pittsburgh's city center to South Western Veterans Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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The information below is reported by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and Department of Health.
| South Western Veterans Center | MC NH NC | Pittsburgh (Lincoln-Lemington-Belmar) | - | 236 | - |
5
Facility
5
PA AVG
46
Rank
#635 / 668 | - |
| Overlook Green Senior Living | MC NH | Pittsburgh | - | 128
Facility
128
PA AVG
94
Rank
#98 / 555 | - |
30
Facility
30
PA AVG
46
Rank
#468 / 668 | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Canterbury Place | MC HC NH PC RC | Pittsburgh (Central Lawrenceville) | - | 78
Facility
78
PA AVG
94
Rank
#311 / 555 | A+ |
93
Facility
93
PA AVG
46
Rank
#18 / 668 | - |
| Vincentian Home | MC AL IL NH | Pittsburgh | - | 90
Facility
90
PA AVG
94
Rank
#251 / 555 | A |
20
Facility
20
PA AVG
46
Rank
#533 / 668 | - |
| Asbury Heights | MC AL IL NH | Pittsburgh | - | 120
Facility
120
PA AVG
94
Rank
#127 / 555 | - |
47
Facility
47
PA AVG
46
Rank
#320 / 668 | - |
South Western Veterans Center is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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South Western Veterans Center is in the Lincoln-Lemington-Belmar neighborhood.
South Western Veterans Center has a walk score of 5. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
South Western Veterans Center is a government-operated nursing facility.
Yes — there are 3 photos of South Western Veterans Center in the photo gallery on this page.
South Western Veterans Center is located at 7060 Highland Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15206.
(412) 665-6706 will put you in contact with the team at South Western Veterans Center.
Yes — South Western Veterans Center is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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