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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified

Burgh Care Center

909 West Street · Pittsburgh, PA 15221 · 126 certified beds

4127233662

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About Burgh Care Center

Burgh Care Center is a nursing home in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in Allegheny County. Public records list 126 beds. Ownership records list a for-profit operator and tie the listing to Wecare Centers. It is Medicare certified. We hold 120 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 10 April 2026. CMS also lists 4 fine or payment denial actions against it. Reported staffing works out to 3.39 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.

Public record

CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026

CMS designation

Special Focus Facility candidate (CMS)

CMS lists this nursing home on the monthly Special Focus Facility candidate list. Candidate status means the facility qualifies for possible selection into the Special Focus Facility program based on CMS criteria. It is a public CMS designation, not an ElderCareCosts rating. CMS Special Focus Facility program.

Source: CMS Provider Information.GOV

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-07-01.GOV

Staffing rating

4.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

101

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026Q1.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025Q4.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-06-01.GOV

Staffing rating

3.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

101

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-08-01.GOV

Staffing rating

4.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

101

Inspection history (120)

Records from August 2023 to April 2026.

  • April 10, 2026 · E

    Citation F0944

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-10 under CMS tag F0944 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-04-10.GOV

  • April 10, 2026 · C

    Citation F0577

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-10 under CMS tag F0577 (CMS scope/severity C: widespread, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-04-10.GOV

  • April 10, 2026 · E

    Citation F0881

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-10 under CMS tag F0881 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-04-10.GOV

  • April 10, 2026 · E

    Citation F0945

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-10 under CMS tag F0945 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Include as part of its infection prevention and control program, mandatory training that includes written standards, policies, and procedures for the program. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-04-10.GOV

  • April 10, 2026 · E

    Citation F0949

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-10 under CMS tag F0949 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide behavior health training consistent with the requirements and as determined by a facility assessment. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-04-10.GOV

  • April 10, 2026 · C

    Citation F0575

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-10 under CMS tag F0575 (CMS scope/severity C: widespread, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-04-10.GOV

  • April 10, 2026 · E

    Citation F0628

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-10 under CMS tag F0628 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-04-10.GOV

  • April 10, 2026 · D

    Citation F0690

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-10 under CMS tag F0690 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-04-10.GOV

  • April 10, 2026 · E

    Citation F0756

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-10 under CMS tag F0756 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-04-10.GOV

  • April 10, 2026 · D

    Citation F0607

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-10 under CMS tag F0607 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-04-10.GOV

  • April 10, 2026 · D

    Citation F0620

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-10 under CMS tag F0620 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Not require residents to give up Medicare or Medicaid benefits, or pay privately as a condition of admission; and must tell residents what care they do not provide. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-04-10.GOV

  • April 10, 2026 · D

    Citation F0691

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-10 under CMS tag F0691 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-04-10.GOV

  • April 10, 2026 · D

    Citation F0698

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-10 under CMS tag F0698 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-04-10.GOV

  • April 10, 2026 · D

    Citation F0883

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-10 under CMS tag F0883 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-04-10.GOV

  • April 10, 2026 · D

    Citation F0610

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-10 under CMS tag F0610 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-04-10.GOV

  • January 29, 2026 · D

    Citation F0584

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-29 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-02-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-29.GOV

  • December 4, 2025 · D

    Citation F0698

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-04 under CMS tag F0698 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-04.GOV

  • December 4, 2025 · D

    Citation F0840

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-04 under CMS tag F0840 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Employ or obtain outside professional resources to provide services in the nursing home when the facility does not employ a qualified professional to furnish a required service. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-04.GOV

  • December 4, 2025 · D

    Citation F0844

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-04 under CMS tag F0844 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Follow rules about disclosure of ownership requirements and tell the state agency about changes in ownership and/or administrative personnel. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-04.GOV

  • May 22, 2025 · D

    Citation F0917

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-22 under CMS tag F0917 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure each resident has 1) at least one window to the outside in a room; 2) a room at or above ground level; 3) adequate bedding; 4) furniture that meets the resident's needs; or 5) adequate closet space. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-06-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-22.GOV

Penalties (4)

Total fines on file: $347,202

  • March 13, 2025 · Payment Denial

    Citation PAYDEN-2025-05-14

    CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2025-05-14, lasting 20 days (triggered by inspection on 2025-03-13). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-13.GOV

  • March 13, 2025 · Fine

    Citation FINE-14258

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $175,400 against this nursing home on 2025-03-13 (Fine ID: 14258). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-13.GOV

  • May 24, 2024 · Fine

    Citation FINE-14001

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $168,384 against this nursing home on 2024-05-24 (Fine ID: 14001). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-24.GOV

  • February 6, 2024 · Fine

    Citation FINE-13662

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $3,418 against this nursing home on 2024-02-06 (Fine ID: 13662). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-06.GOV

Staffing

Latest: 3.39 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)

Staffing trend (5 periods)

  1. 2025Q43.32 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-013.32 hrs/resident/day
  3. 2026-07-013.39 hrs/resident/day
  4. 2026-08-013.39 hrs/resident/day
  5. 2026Q13.39 hrs/resident/day

Most recent period is higher than 2025Q4 (+0.07 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.

Ownership

For profit

CMS Care Compare chain: Wecare Centers

Chain ID 705 · 13 facilities in chain (CMS)

  • Chain average overall rating: 1.9
  • Chain average health inspection rating: 2
  • Chain average staffing rating: 1.9
  • Chain average quality measure rating: 3.6

Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.

A separate ownership filing names a different organization for this listing. We are not publishing that name while the two government records disagree.

Recent changes to this listing

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  1. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  2. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  3. Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  4. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  5. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

Ratings, inspections, and penalties are public records, reproduced in plain English without edits to their substance. View source records · What these measures mean.

Typical cost

Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025

This provider doesn't publish a specific price to us. Below is the typical PA range for the care type(s) it offers. Use it as context, not a quote.

Nursing Homes

Median · PA$11,954/mo
See full PA cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025

Nearby alternatives

Other licensed providers in Pittsburgh, with their own public records.

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Trust & methodology

Where this information came from

Each block below is one file we read, the date on that file, and the fields on this page that came from it. The date is when the source published or we retrieved it, not the day we last looked at this listing.

CMS nursing homes (provider info)as of August 2026
Chain identifier, Chain name, City, CMS Special Focus status, County, Licensed capacity, Map location, Medicare certification number, Name, Phone number, State, Street address, ZIP code
CMS nursing homes (ownership)as of July 2026
Ownership type, Parent organization
CMS enrollmentas of July 2026
NPI
CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of June 2026
Staffing hours per resident day

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