Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Quality Life Services - Chicora
160 Medical Center Road · Chicora, PA 16025 · 114 certified beds
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About Quality Life Services - Chicora
Quality Life Services - Chicora is a nursing home in Chicora, Pennsylvania, in Butler County. Its reported capacity is 114 beds. It is recorded as a for-profit operator, part of Quality Life Services. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 67 citations, the newest dated 9 March 2026. Federal enforcement records add 1 fine or payment denial action. Staffing reports put it at 3.61 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
Certification
- Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)
Ratings
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
Not publishedInspections on record
Not published
Cited deficiencies
Not published
Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
61
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
Not publishedInspections on record
Not published
Cited deficiencies
Not published
Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
5.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
61
Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
63
Inspection history (67)
Records from September 2023 to March 2026.
November 15, 2024 · D
Citation F0582Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-11-15 under CMS tag F0582 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-11-15.GOVNovember 15, 2024 · D
Citation F0868Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-11-15 under CMS tag F0868 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-11-15.GOVNovember 15, 2024 · D
Citation F0550Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-11-15 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-11-15.GOVNovember 15, 2024 · E
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-11-15 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-11-15.GOVNovember 15, 2024 · F
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-11-15 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, 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 2025-01-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-11-15.GOVNovember 15, 2024 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-11-15 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 2025-01-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-11-15.GOVNovember 15, 2024 · E
Citation F0622Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-11-15 under CMS tag F0622 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-11-15.GOVNovember 15, 2024 · E
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-11-15 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-11-15.GOVNovember 15, 2024 · D
Citation F0690Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-11-15 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-11-15.GOVAugust 27, 2024 · D
Citation F0600Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-27 under CMS tag F0600 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-27.GOVAugust 27, 2024 · D
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-27 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-27.GOVJuly 19, 2024 · D
Citation F0584Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-19 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 2024-08-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-19.GOVMarch 20, 2024 · D
Citation F0657Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-20 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 2024-05-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-03-20.GOVMarch 20, 2024 · D
Citation F0607Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-20 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-03-20.GOVMarch 20, 2024 · D
Citation F0610Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-20 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-03-20.GOVMarch 20, 2024 · D
Citation F0600Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-20 under CMS tag F0600 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-03-20.GOVMarch 20, 2024 · D
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-20 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-03-20.GOVJanuary 22, 2024 · D
Citation F0584Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-22 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 2024-03-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-01-22.GOVJanuary 22, 2024 · D
Citation F0691Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-22 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-03-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-01-22.GOVJanuary 22, 2024 · D
Citation F0690Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-22 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-03-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-01-22.GOV
Penalties (1)
Total fines on file: $91,936
November 10, 2025 · Fine
Citation FINE-136478CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $91,936 against this nursing home on 2025-11-10 (Fine ID: 136478). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-11-10.GOV
Staffing
Latest: 3.61 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
- 2025Q43.65 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-06-013.65 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-07-013.61 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-08-013.61 hrs/resident/day
- 2026Q13.61 hrs/resident/day
Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Ownership
For profit
CMS Care Compare chain: Quality Life Services
Chain ID 436 · 10 facilities in chain (CMS)
- Chain average overall rating: 2.7
- Chain average health inspection rating: 2.4
- Chain average staffing rating: 2.1
- Chain average quality measure rating: 4.1
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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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".
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 - Limited Liability company".
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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Typical cost
Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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Trust & methodology
Where this information came from
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- CMS nursing homes (provider info)as of August 2026
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- 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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