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21 Independent Nursing Homes in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania

21 of the 52 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania (40%) are independently owned, and all are listed below. 7 of the 21 graded homes earn an A and 2 earn a D or F. Nurse staff turnover runs 45.3%, 3.2 points lower than the 48.5% across all homes there. Upmc Magee-Womens Hospital Tcu in Pittsburgh grades highest at A (99 out of 100).

How independently owned homes in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania compare

This group set against every nursing home in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, from the current CMS release.

Nursing hours per resident per day

3.97

All homes in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania: 3.73

Better than the local average

Nurse staff turnover

45.3%

All homes in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania: 48.5%

Better than the local average

Average ElderGrade score

72.5/100

All homes in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania: 69.5/100

Better than the local average

Grade spread

A
B
C
D

7 grade A, 2 grade B, 10 grade C, 2 grade D,

The best-graded independently owned home in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania is Upmc Magee-Womens Hospital Tcu in Pittsburgh, PA, grade A, 99/100.

Every independently owned nursing home in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania

Showing 21 to 21 of 21, best-graded first.

D

51/100

Champion City Nursing And Rehabilitation Center

Pittsburgh, PA · Allegheny County

CMS 1/5187 bedsFor-profitMedicaid
Nurse hours
2.96 /day
Staff turnover
61%
Serious cites
0

Abuse icon on record

Champion City is a 187-bed for-profit home in Pittsburgh, and the federal numbers paint a rough picture from every angle. Staff turnover runs at 60.7 percent a year, well above the national average of 45.8, and its staffing, quality, and health inspection ratings each sit at the lowest mark CMS gives. The current record carries 90 deficiencies, including 2 at the harm or jeopardy level and 11 tied to abuse. CMS has placed it in the Special Focus Facility program, which the agency reserves for the homes with the most persistent problems. Its last inspection was March 27, 2026, and there's one fine on record, totaling $7,656.

Frequently asked questions

How many independently owned nursing homes are there in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania?
There are 21 independently owned Medicare-certified nursing homes in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, 40% of the 52 nursing homes there.
Are independently owned nursing homes better staffed?
In Allegheny County, Pennsylvania they average 3.97 total nursing hours per resident per day, against 3.73 for all nursing homes in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, a difference of +0.24 hours. Staff turnover averages 45.3% against 48.5%.
Which independently owned nursing home grades best in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania?
Upmc Magee-Womens Hospital Tcu in Pittsburgh, PA, grade A, 99 out of 100.
Does being independently owned mean a nursing home is safe?
No. Of the 21 graded independently owned homes in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, 7 grade A and 2 grade D or F.
Do independently owned nursing homes in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania accept Medicaid?
19 of the 21 are certified to accept Medicaid. See Medicaid and nursing homes.

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