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Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation

2021 Westgate Drive, Bethlehem, PA 18017

1 out of 5 in Medicare’s overall rating

Summary

Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation is a nursing home in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, in Lehigh County. According to Medicare (CMS), it has 227 certified beds and it cares for an average of 195 residents a day. It is certified by Medicare and Medicaid since 1978. It is a privately owned, for-profit home. It belongs to Genesis Healthcare, an organization with 184 nursing homes. The closest hospital with an emergency room is St Lukes Hospital, about 2.3 miles away in a straight line.

What it offers

Resident council
Yes, residents have an organized council
Residents on the day of the last inspection
179 (146 on Medicaid and 9 on Medicare), on November 27, 2024
Owner (organization)
Genesis Pm Pa Operations LLC (100%)

Public data from CMS — Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Form 671), 2nd quarter of 2026, CMS — Nursing Homes: Provider Information, CMS — Ownership, September 30, 2026. Confirm the details when you call.

Medicare ratings

Medicare (CMS) rates certified nursing homes from 1 to 5 stars. Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation has 1 out of 5 in the overall rating.

Overall
1/5
Health inspections
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Quality measures
3/5
Long-stay residents
4/5
Short-stay residents (rehab)
2/5

Star ratings are a useful reference, not a final verdict: it’s best to visit, meet the staff and ask your questions. Source: CMS, September 1, 2026.

Key facts

Certified beds227
Residents per day (average)195
Nursing hours per resident per day3.3
Ownership
For-profit (corporation)Part of Genesis Healthcare (184 nursing homes)
Certification
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident or family council
Resident council
Certified since
December 26, 1978
CMS certification number (CCN)
395429

What certification means. A certified nursing home meets the federal requirements of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to receive payments from Medicare, as a skilled nursing facility, or from Medicaid, as a nursing facility. Federal rules require it to have enough nursing staff 24 hours a day, and the state agency inspects it without advance notice. Medicare covers only short stays for skilled care (nursing or therapy), usually after an inpatient hospital stay of at least 3 days, for up to 100 days per benefit period. For long stays, ask whether your family member qualifies for Medicaid.

Source: CMS — Nursing Homes (certification); 42 CFR §483.35 (text via LII/Cornell); Medicare.gov — Skilled nursing facility care.

Services and features

Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation hasn’t shared information about its services, prices, languages or availability yet. When you call, ask who they serve, what the rate includes, whether any staff speak Spanish and whether they have an opening now. Use our checklist.

Questions to ask when you call

Marisol’s tip: a ten-minute call clears up a lot. Keep these questions handy and write down the answers so you can compare with other places.

  1. Do you have a bed available now, and for what kind of stay: rehab after the hospital or long-term care?
  2. Do you accept Medicaid from admission, or only after a period of private pay? Do you take my relative’s Medicare plan?
  3. Is there staff who speaks Spanish on every shift, including nights?
  4. What therapies do you offer (physical, occupational, speech), and how many days a week?
  5. How do you keep the family informed, and when is the care plan meeting?
  6. What are the visiting hours, and can several family members visit at once?

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Location and what’s nearby

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Address
2021 Westgate Drive, Bethlehem, PA 18017Lehigh County
Closest hospital with an emergency room
St Lukes Hospital801 Ostrum Street, Bethlehem · 2.3 miles in a straight line · source: CMS Hospital General Information

Ask which hospital they send residents to and who goes with them.

Medicare inspections

Like every certified nursing home, Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation gets regular inspections that the state carries out on Medicare’s behalf. We show you the public summary so you have the full picture. Each place can tell you how it works and what improvements it has made: it’s a good conversation to have during your visit.

Last standard inspection
September 5, 2025 · 15 deficiencies cited
Fines (last 3 years)
1 · $27,378
Resident protection
Medicare shows its abuse icon for this home, which means it was cited for abuse or neglect in recent inspections. Ask the staff how those issues were addressed.

See the full reports on Medicare Care Compare. Source: CMS, September 1, 2026. Do you run this nursing home? Add your information so families can learn about your work.

Who to call in Pennsylvania

Long-Term Care Ombudsman
Pennsylvania Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program (Pennsylvania Department of Aging). A free, confidential service that advises residents and families of nursing homes and assisted living and helps resolve concerns with the facility.(717) 783-8975 · Official website
Free Medicare counseling (SHIP)
PA MEDI – Pennsylvania Medicare Education and Decision Insight. They explain what Medicare covers and how to compare plans, without selling insurance.(800) 783-7067 · Official website
Medicaid (Medical Assistance)
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS). Long-term care programs: Community HealthChoices (CHC), LIFE (Living Independence for the Elderly, Pennsylvania's PACE).(866) 550-4355 · Official website
Licensing and inspections
Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH).Look up a license
Services for older adults
PA Link to Aging and Disability Resources and Area Agencies on Aging (Pennsylvania Department of Aging).(800) 753-8827 · Official website
Eldercare Locator (nationwide)
A free national line that connects you with your local Area Agency on Aging.(800) 677-1116 · Official website

Contact information checked against official sources on October 15, 2026. These are free public services; hogaresparamayores.com is not affiliated with them.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation accept Medicaid?
It is certified by Medicaid, according to CMS. That doesn’t guarantee an open Medicaid bed: ask when you call (610) 865-6077.
Where is Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation located?
At 2021 Westgate Drive, Bethlehem, PA 18017 (Lehigh County).
What is Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation’s Medicare rating?
1 out of 5 stars in CMS’s overall rating, 2 for health inspections and 1 for staffing.
What hospital is near Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation?
The closest hospital with emergency services, according to CMS, is St Lukes Hospital, 2.3 miles away in a straight line.
How much does Bethlehem South Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation cost?
The facility hasn’t shared its prices with us. Cost depends on the type of room and the care needed. See typical costs.

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