CMS data snapshot: July 2026
Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Pennsylvania. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.
Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.
A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.
Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.
Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).
Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.
Lutheran Home at Topton, the is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Topton, Pennsylvania with 194 certified beds. It has been operating since 1967. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
No penalties on record.
Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.
Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.
| Name | Role | Type | Ownership % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DIAKON | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | 100% | Jan 1, 2000 |
| BEUMER, BRENT | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jun 27, 2022 |
| CHRISTELL, ROY | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Apr 25, 2017 |
| MEADOWS, MEGAN | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 24, 2022 |
| MUELLER, HARRY | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 24, 2022 |
| SCHROEDER-SAULNIER, DEBORAH | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Apr 25, 2017 |
| SOMBART, LISA | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Apr 25, 2017 |
| SOMMER, CHRISTOPHER | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2023 |
| ANDERSON, DAVID | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2019 |
| BROWN, DANIEL | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Apr 25, 2018 |
| SNEED, CHADWICK | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2020 |
| TICE, PAUL | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Apr 25, 2017 |
| COOPER, VALERIE | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | May 17, 2009 |
| LEGAR, JENNIFER | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2024 |
| COOPER, VALERIE | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jul 28, 2025 |
| LEGAR, JENNIFER | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jul 28, 2025 |
Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Lutheran Home at Topton, the and nearby alternatives.
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