Quick answers
- Where is Pinecrest Manor?
- 763 Johnsonburg Rd, St Marys, PA 15857, in Elk County, Pennsylvania.
- What is the phone number of Pinecrest Manor?
- (814) 788-8488, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Pinecrest Manor?
- Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Pinecrest Manor been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Pinecrest Manor.
- What did inspectors find at Pinecrest Manor?
- In its last three inspection cycles (March 14, 2024 to July 20, 2026), Medicare lists 11 health citations; the most serious was level E. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
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Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (March 14, 2024 to July 20, 2026), Pinecrest Manor had 11 health citations; the most serious was level E (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 3.63 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
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: January 30, 2026 — 4 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: January 30, 2026 (standard health inspection); July 20, 2026 (complaint investigation).
Show 4 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0565 Level E
“Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.”
F0641 Level E
“Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0761 Level D
“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.”
Previous cycle: February 13, 2025 — 4 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: February 13, 2025 (complaint investigation); February 13, 2025 (standard health inspection).
Show 4 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0761 Level E
“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.”
F0655 Level D
“Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted”
F0725 Level D
“Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
Earlier cycle: March 14, 2024 — 3 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: March 14, 2024 (standard health inspection).
Show 3 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0655 Level D
“Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0761 Level D
“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.”
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.
| Measure | This home | Pennsylvania | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.99 | 0.78 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.64 | 0.90 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 1.99 | 2.22 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.63 | 3.90 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.02 | 3.52 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.63 | 0.55 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 35.1% | 44.6% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 23.5% | 39.4% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.5 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Legal business name: Elk Regional Health Center.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (1)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penn Highlands Healthcare, Inc. | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | October 1, 2013 |
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
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 138 |
| Average residents per day | 106.9 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Non-profit – corporation |
| Legal business name | Elk Regional Health Center |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1978-06-01 |
| Located inside a hospital | Yes |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 763 Johnsonburg Rd, St Marys, PA 15857 |
| County | Elk County |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Phone | (814) 788‑8488 |
| CMS Certification Number | 395279 |
| Name in Medicare records | PINECREST MANOR |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
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).
- Elk Haven Nursing Home0.2 mi · Saint Marys, PA · 4 of 5 stars
- Highland View Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center17 mi · Brockway, PA · 4 of 5 stars
- Guy and Mary Felt Manor, Inc19 mi · Emporium, PA · 4 of 5 stars
- The Lutheran Home at Kane20 mi · Kane, PA · 4 of 5 stars
- Dubois Nursing Home23 mi · Dubois, PA · 1 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Penn Highlands Elk0.1 mi · Saint Marys, PA · Critical Access Hospital
- UPMC Kane18 mi · Kane, PA · Critical Access Hospital
- Penn Highlands Dubois24 mi · Dubois, PA · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13