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Nursing home

Mifflin Center

Shillington, Pennsylvania · Berks County

  • 500 East Philadelphia Avenue, Shillington, PA 19607 · Directions
  • (610) 777‑7841
  • Medicare overall rating: 4 of 5 starsMedicare overall rating
  • Ownership: For profit – corporation
  • 18 health citations in its last 3 inspection cycles (most serious: level F). See the inspection record

Summary

Mifflin Center is a Medicare-certified nursing home in Shillington, Pennsylvania, with 136 certified beds. Medicare overall rating: 4 of 5 stars. Most recent standard health inspection: 2025-12-19, with 7 health deficiencies. Ownership: for profit – corporation. Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information, data updated 2026-10-01.

What is a nursing home?

A nursing home (skilled nursing facility) gives 24-hour nursing care and help with daily activities. Some people stay for a short time to recover after a hospital stay (rehabilitation); others live there long term. The homes listed here are certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid and inspected by the state.

Official Medicare data

Everything on this page comes from Medicare (CMS) data updated 2026-10-01. It is information, not a recommendation. Call the nursing home and visit before you decide, and talk with your doctor.

In a medical emergency, call 911.

At a glance

Medicare overall rating: 4 of 5 starsMedicare overall rating
136Certified beds
Health inspections: 4 of 5 starsHealth inspections

Quick answers

Where is Mifflin Center?
500 East Philadelphia Avenue, Shillington, PA 19607, in Berks County, Pennsylvania.
What is the phone number of Mifflin Center?
(610) 777-7841, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
What is the Medicare star rating of Mifflin Center?
Medicare overall rating: 4 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Has Mifflin Center been fined?
Medicare lists no fines for Mifflin Center.
What did inspectors find at Mifflin Center?
In its last three inspection cycles (December 7, 2023 to March 12, 2026), Medicare lists 18 health citations; the most serious was level F. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).

Medicare ratings, explained

Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.

Overall rating
Overall rating: 4 of 5 stars
Medicare’s summary of the three ratings below, from 1 star (much below average) to 5 stars (much above average).
Health inspections
Health inspections: 4 of 5 stars
Based on state health inspections and complaint investigations of about the last three years, compared with other nursing homes in the same state.
Staffing
Staffing: 3 of 5 stars
Based on how many hours nurses and aides spend with each resident per day (from payroll records) and how often staff leave.
Quality of resident care
Quality of resident care: 4 of 5 stars
Based on how residents do on measures such as falls with injury, pressure sores, getting better at moving around and going back to the hospital.
Short-stay residents (rehab)
Short-stay residents (rehab): 4 of 5 stars
Quality rating for people who stay a short time, usually to recover after a hospital stay.
Long-stay residents
Long-stay residents: 4 of 5 stars
Quality rating for people who live in the nursing home.

Inspections, fines and staffing

In its last three inspection cycles (December 7, 2023 to March 12, 2026), Mifflin Center had 18 health citations; the most serious was level F (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 3.51 hours per resident per day; the Pennsylvania average is 3.90 and the national average is 3.90.

Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.

Inspection history: last three cycles

State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.

What the letters A to L mean
Scope and severity letters
SeriousnessIsolated (a few residents)Pattern (some)Widespread (many)
No actual harm, potential for minimal harmABC
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmDEF
Actual harm to residentsGHI
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safetyJKL

Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.

Most recent cycle: December 19, 2025 — 7 health citations

Inspections in this cycle: December 19, 2025 (standard health inspection); January 27, 2026 (complaint investigation); March 12, 2026 (complaint investigation).

Show 7 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
  • F0755 Level D March 12, 2026 · from a complaint · corrected April 8, 2026

    “Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”

  • F0580 Level D January 27, 2026 · from a complaint · corrected February 26, 2026

    “Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.”

  • F0656 Level D January 27, 2026 · from a complaint · corrected February 26, 2026

    “Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”

  • F0684 Level D January 27, 2026 · from a complaint · corrected February 26, 2026

    “Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”

  • F0684 Level D December 19, 2025 · corrected January 16, 2026

    “Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”

  • F0690 Level D December 19, 2025 · corrected January 16, 2026

    “Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.”

  • F0806 Level B December 19, 2025 · corrected January 16, 2026

    “Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.”

Previous cycle: November 15, 2024 — 3 health citations

Inspections in this cycle: November 15, 2024 (standard health inspection).

Show 3 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
  • F0812 Level F November 15, 2024 · corrected December 18, 2024

    “Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”

  • F0656 Level D November 15, 2024 · corrected December 18, 2024

    “Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”

  • F0804 Level D November 15, 2024 · corrected December 18, 2024

    “Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.”

Earlier cycle: December 7, 2023 — 8 health citations

Inspections in this cycle: December 7, 2023 (standard health inspection).

Show 8 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
  • F0812 Level F December 7, 2023 · corrected January 25, 2024

    “Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”

  • F0550 Level D December 7, 2023 · corrected January 25, 2024

    “Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”

  • F0641 Level D December 7, 2023 · corrected January 25, 2024

    “Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.”

  • F0656 Level D December 7, 2023 · corrected January 25, 2024

    “Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”

  • F0677 Level D December 7, 2023 · corrected January 25, 2024

    “Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.”

  • F0684 Level D December 7, 2023 · corrected January 25, 2024

    “Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”

  • F0690 Level D December 7, 2023 · corrected January 25, 2024

    “Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.”

  • F0921 Level D December 7, 2023 · corrected January 25, 2024

    “Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.”

Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.

Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.

MeasureThis homePennsylvaniaNational
Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day0.490.780.69
Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day0.910.900.86
Nurse aide hours per resident per day2.112.222.35
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day3.513.903.90
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend3.233.523.43
RN hours per resident per day on the weekend0.330.550.48
Nursing staff turnover (per year)18.2%44.6%45.3%
RN turnover (per year)28.6%39.4%42.5%
Administrators who left in the last year0.00.50.5

Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.

Owners and operator

Part of a group of 183 nursing homes: Genesis Healthcare.

Legal business name: 500 East Philadelphia Avenue Operations LLC.

Owners and managers Medicare lists (10)
NameRoleShareSince
Genesis Pa Holdings LLCDirect owner100%August 20, 2007
Fc-Gen Operations Investment LLCIndirect owner—February 2, 2015
Gen Operations I LLCIndirect owner—February 2, 2015
Gen Operations II LLCIndirect owner—February 2, 2015
Genesis Healthcare Inc. (Publicly Traded)Indirect owner—February 2, 2015
Genesis Healthcare LLCIndirect owner—February 2, 2015
Genesis Holdings LLCIndirect owner—February 2, 2015
Genesis Operations LLCIndirect owner—August 20, 2007
Sun Healthcare Group IncIndirect owner—February 2, 2015
Whitman, ArnoldIndirect owner—February 2, 2015

Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.

Compare with other nursing homes

Key facts

TypeNursing home
Certified beds136
Average residents per day128.1
Takes part inMedicare and Medicaid
OwnershipFor profit – corporation
Group or chain (affiliated entity)Genesis Healthcare
Legal business name500 East Philadelphia Avenue Operations LLC
First approved by Medicare/Medicaid1967-01-01
Resident and family councilsResident council
Sprinklers in all required areasYes
Changed ownership in the last 12 monthsNo
Address500 East Philadelphia Avenue, Shillington, PA 19607
CountyBerks County
StatePennsylvania
Phone(610) 777‑7841
CMS Certification Number395138
Name in Medicare recordsMIFFLIN CENTER
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What to ask when you call or visit

A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.

  • Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
  • Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
  • How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
  • Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
  • What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
  • Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
  • What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
  • Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
  • Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
  • Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.

Other nursing homes nearby

By straight-line distance (not driving distance).

Nearest hospital emergency rooms

Sources

  1. Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  2. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
  3. Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  4. Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  5. Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  6. Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  7. State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  8. Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  9. Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
  10. Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13