Nursing home · Columbia, PA
Susquehanna Health and Wellness Center
745 Old Chickies Hill Road, Columbia, PA 17512 · (717) 684-7555
Susquehanna Health and Wellness Center is a 173-bed for-profit nursing home in Columbia, Pennsylvania (Lancaster County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1978. On average it cares for 165 residents a day (about 95% of its certified beds). It is part of a continuing care retirement community. CMS gives it an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars; the average in Pennsylvania is 3.0.
Ratings
| CMS rating | Stars |
|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Health inspections | ★★★★★ |
| Staffing | ★★★★★ |
| Quality measures | ★★★★★ |
Staffing
| Staffing | This home | Pennsylvania avg | US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 3.19 | 3.90 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.39 | 0.78 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 3.05 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 52% | 45% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 50% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 0 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | June 17, 2026 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 10 about average |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 1 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 9 totalling $105,688 |
| Medicare payment denials | 0 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company. Legal business name: Susquehanna Rehabilitation & Wellness Center LLC. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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Common questions
What is the star rating of Susquehanna Health and Wellness Center?
CMS rates Susquehanna Health and Wellness Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, with 3 stars for health inspections, 2 for staffing and 3 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Susquehanna Health and Wellness Center have?
173 certified beds, with an average of 165 residents a day.
Does Susquehanna Health and Wellness Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicare and Medicaid. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for Susquehanna Health and Wellness Center?
(717) 684-7555. Address: 745 Old Chickies Hill Road, Columbia, PA 17512.
Before you choose
- Visit at different times, including evenings and weekends.
- Ask how many residents each nurse and aide cares for on each shift.
- Read the latest inspection report and ask what has been fixed.
- Ask whether a bed is available for your coverage (Medicare, Medicaid or private pay).