Altoona PA CLC
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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
700 S. Cayuga Avenue · Altoona, PA 16602 · 133 certified beds
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In Altoona, Pennsylvania, Hilltop Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is listed as a nursing home. Its reported capacity is 133 beds. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. It is recorded as a for-profit operator, part of Abraham Smilow. Our copy of the inspection record holds 43 citations, the newest dated 19 May 2026. No fine or payment denial is on record against it. Staffing reports put it at 3.40 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.
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
31
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Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
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Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
31
Records from January 2024 to May 2026.
May 19, 2026 · D
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-19 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-06-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
March 19, 2026 · F
Citation F0809Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-19 under CMS tag F0809 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-04-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 19, 2026 · E
Citation F0803Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-19 under CMS tag F0803 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-04-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 19, 2026 · D
Citation F0802Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-19 under CMS tag F0802 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-04-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 19, 2026 · E
Citation F0804Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-19 under CMS tag F0804 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-04-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
December 11, 2025 · D
Citation F0552Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-11 under CMS tag F0552 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
December 11, 2025 · E
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-11 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
December 11, 2025 · D
Citation F0657Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-11 under CMS tag F0657 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
December 11, 2025 · D
Citation F0867Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-11 under CMS tag F0867 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
December 11, 2025 · D
Citation F0561Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-11 under CMS tag F0561 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
December 11, 2025 · E
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-11 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
December 11, 2025 · D
Citation F0842Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-11 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
December 11, 2025 · D
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-11 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 26, 2025 · D
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-26 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 1, 2025 · D
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-01 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 17, 2025 · B
Citation F0641Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-17 under CMS tag F0641 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 17, 2025 · E
Citation F0804Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-17 under CMS tag F0804 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 17, 2025 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-17 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 17, 2025 · D
Citation F0584Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-17 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 2025-03-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 17, 2025 · E
Citation F0578Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-17 under CMS tag F0578 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $0
Latest: 3.40 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
Most recent period is lower than 2025Q4 (-0.07 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
For profit
CMS Care Compare chain: Abraham Smilow
Chain ID 808 · 7 facilities in chain (CMS)
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Individual".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Individual".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
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