All citations for Good Shepherd Home-Bethlehem

State inspectors check nursing homes that take Medicare or Medicaid against federal rules, usually about once a year, and also look into complaints. Each rule a home did not meet is a citation.

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Last standard health inspection on record

January 8, 2026

Showing 1 to 10 of 10 citations

  1. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0321, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of December 19, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 5, 2025).

  2. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0353, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of December 19, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 5, 2025).

  3. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0712, Miscellaneous Deficiencies. Inspection of December 19, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 5, 2025).

  4. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0923, Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies. Inspection of December 19, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 5, 2025).

  5. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0225, Egress Deficiencies. Inspection of December 7, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 19, 2024).

  6. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0363, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of December 7, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 19, 2024).

  7. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0920, Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies. Inspection of December 7, 2023. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 19, 2024).

  8. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    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.

    Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.

    Health citation F-0584, Resident Rights Deficiencies. Inspection of December 19, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 17, 2025).

  9. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

    Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.

    Health citation F-0600, Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies. Inspection of December 19, 2024. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (February 17, 2025).

  10. No harm, with potential for minimal harm

    Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

    Widespread (many residents). CMS level C.

    Health citation F-0814, Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies. Inspection of January 8, 2026. Found during a standard inspection.

    No plan of correction on record.

Source: CMS Provider Information, Fire Safety Deficiencies, Health Deficiencies, Citation Code Look-up, data as of September 30, 2026. Inspection results describe the home at the time of each inspection.