About Berks County Home- Berks Heim
Berks County Home- Berks Heim, located in LEESPORT, PA, is a government owned organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose Berks County Home- Berks Heim
- High Quality Care: With a 5-star CMS rating, this facility demonstrates high standards.
- Top Ranked: Ranked #15 out of 62 facilities within 25 miles.
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 5 Stars
- Nursing Hours 3.76 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
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Nursing Staff Analysis
Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Below Average Staffing
Berks County Home- Berks Heim provides less care hours than the state average and less than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 |
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| Health Inspection | 4 |
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| Quality Measures | 4 |
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| Staffing | 5 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 4 | Dec 03, 2025 |
| Weighted Average | 11 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending May 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.
Medicare claims-based measures
Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) | 13.2% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 3.0% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 1.2% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 0.5% |
MDS-based measures
Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) | 29.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 5.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 0.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 0.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 3.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 57.1% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 60.1% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 28.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 35.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 95.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 77.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 3.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 25.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 26.3% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2023: 1 complaint
- Total: 1 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Dec 04, 2023 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
Nearby Hospitals
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READING HOSPITAL
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UPMC LITITZ
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LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL
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SCHUYLKILL MEDICAL CENTER - SOUTH JACKSON STREET
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WELLSPAN EPHRATA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
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GEISINGER ST. LUKE'S HOSPITAL
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LEBANON VA MEDICAL CENTER
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PHYSICIANS CARE SURGICAL HOSPITAL
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SURGICAL INSTITUTE OF READING
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LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL - MACUNGIE
MACUNGIE, PA
WERNERSVILLE STATE HOSPITAL
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TOWER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
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Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
COUNTY OF BERKS OFFICE OF THE CONTROLLER
Ownership Structure
Management & Direction
- ROBERT BRACKBILL OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- ROBERT BRACKBILL ADP OF THE SNF
- CHR CONSULTING SERVICES INC OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- CHR CONSULTING SERVICES INC ADP OF THE SNF
- COUNTY OF BERKS OFFICE OF THE CONTROLLER OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- ELIZABETH ERNST OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- REBECCA FITZ OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- REBECCA FITZ ADP OF THE SNF
- JOSHUA GROVE OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- JOSHUA GROVE ADP OF THE SNF
- MARC LOIACONO OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- MARC LOIACONO ADP OF THE SNF
- DONNA MURRAY ADP OF THE SNF
- DONNA MURRAY OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- JESSICA PETTIE ADP OF THE SNF
- JESSICA PETTIE OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- MICHELLE STEELE ADP OF THE SNF
- MICHELLE STEELE OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- SHARON ZEIGLER ADP OF THE SNF
- SHARON ZEIGLER OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Transitional Sub-Acute Unit | N/A | 5 |
| Rehabilitation Center at Brethren Village LLC | N/A | 5 |
| Fairmount Homes | N/A | 5 |
| The Gardens at York Terrace | N/A | 5 |
| Frederick Living - Cedarwood | N/A | 5 |
| Cornwall Manor | N/A | 5 |
| Spruce Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | N/A | 5 |
| Moravian Manor | N/A | 4 |
| Highlands at Wyomissing | N/A | 5 |
| Luther Crest Nursing Facility | N/A | 5 |
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Ownership Details
Complete list of registered owners, including direct and indirect ownership.
Noted Deficiencies
Detailed history of deficiencies with descriptions and correction dates.
Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
- Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
- Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
- Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
- Room type (private vs. semi-private)
- Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
- Length of stay and specific services required
For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Berks County Home- Berks Heim directly at 6103764841. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
Environment & Cleanliness
- Overall cleanliness and odors
- Resident room conditions
- Common area maintenance
- Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
- Staff-to-resident ratios
- How staff interact with residents
- Response time to resident needs
- Staff knowledge and professionalism
Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.