Nursing home · Pittsburgh, PA
Burgh Care Center
909 West Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15221 · (412) 723-3662
Burgh Care Center is a 126-bed for-profit nursing home in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (Allegheny County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1992. On average it cares for 72 residents a day (about 57% of its certified beds). It is part of Wecare Centers, a group of 13 nursing homes. CMS gives it an overall rating of 1 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 | 3.58 | 3.90 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.85 | 0.78 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 3.18 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 49% | 45% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 38% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 1 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | April 10, 2026 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 49 above the state average of 10 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 15 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 4 totalling $382,948 |
| Medicare payment denials | 1 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: For profit - Corporation. Legal business name: Pennwood Operating 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 Burgh Care Center?
CMS rates Burgh Care Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, with 1 stars for health inspections, 3 for staffing and 4 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Burgh Care Center have?
126 certified beds, with an average of 72 residents a day.
Does Burgh Care 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 Burgh Care Center?
(412) 723-3662. Address: 909 West Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15221.
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).