Nursing homeActive
Artman Lutheran Home
250 North Bethlehem Pike, Ambler, PA 19002215643633361 certified beds · 54 residentsNon profit - Church relatedMedicare and Medicaid
Surveys on file
5
since 2024
Deficiencies
17
● 0● 17● 0
Penalties · 3 yrs
—
none on file
Last survey
2026-05-11
Standard
CMS overall
5 / 5
stars as published by CMS
CMS overall 5/5
Health 4
Staffing 5
Quality 4
Star ratings as published by CMS · CMS’s caveats
Survey history
Source: CMS · Pennsylvania Department of Health · data as of 2026-08-01| Date | Kind | Deficiencies | Official record | Archived PDF |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-11 | Standard | 030 | CMS-2567 (Care Compare) | — |
| 2025-12-11 | Complaint | 010 | CMS-2567 (Care Compare) | — |
| 2025-05-23 | Standard | 060 | CMS-2567 (Care Compare) | — |
| 2024-08-23 | Standard | 050 | CMS-2567 (Care Compare) | — |
| 2024-06-13 | Complaint | 020 | CMS-2567 (Care Compare) | — |
Counts by class: paperwork · standard · harm.
Deficiencies
CMS · Pennsylvania Department of Health publishes each citation’s tag, official description and scope/severity letter. The surveyor’s written findings are in the Statement of Deficiencies (CMS-2567) for each survey, linked above.
F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Scope/severity DStandard
Abuse & neglect
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Correction not yet recordedRecord 395922-20260511-F610
F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Scope/severity DStandard
Care planning
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Correction not yet recordedRecord 395922-20260511-F684
F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Scope/severity DStandard
Care planningFalls
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Correction not yet recordedRecord 395922-20260511-F689
F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Scope/severity DStandard
Care planningRecords
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Correction not yet recordedRecord 395922-20251211-F656
F585Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.Scope/severity DStandard
Dignity & rights
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2025-06-30Record 395922-20250523-F585
F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Scope/severity DStandard
Abuse & neglect
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2025-06-30Record 395922-20250523-F609
F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Scope/severity DStandard
Abuse & neglect
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2025-06-30Record 395922-20250523-F610
F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.Scope/severity EStandard
Infection control
Pattern; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2025-06-30Record 395922-20250523-F883
F887Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.Scope/severity DStandard
Infection control
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2025-06-30Record 395922-20250523-F887
F909Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.Scope/severity DStandard
Environment
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2025-06-30Record 395922-20250523-F909
F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Scope/severity DStandard
Care planningRecords
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2024-10-15Record 395922-20240823-F656
F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Scope/severity DStandard
Food & nutrition
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2024-10-15Record 395922-20240823-F804
F807Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.Scope/severity DStandard
Food & nutrition
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2024-10-15Record 395922-20240823-F807
F882Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.Scope/severity DStandard
Infection control
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2024-10-15Record 395922-20240823-F882
F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.Scope/severity EStandard
Infection control
Pattern; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2024-10-15Record 395922-20240823-F883
F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Scope/severity DStandard
Care planning
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2024-07-05Record 395922-20240613-F677
F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Scope/severity DStandard
Care planning
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2024-07-05Record 395922-20240613-F684
Staffing
CMS Payroll-Based Journal · PBJ, as published Aug 2026 · explainerRN hours per resident day1.22
Facility
Pennsylvania
National
Pennsylvania 0.79 · National 0.69
Total nurse hours per resident day5.39
Facility
Pennsylvania
National
Pennsylvania 3.89 · National 3.86
Weekend total nurse hours4.81
Facility
Pennsylvania
National
Pennsylvania 3.53 · National 3.42
Total nursing staff turnover37%
Facility
Pennsylvania
National
Pennsylvania 45% · National 46%
Registered nurse turnover13%
Facility
Pennsylvania
National
Pennsylvania 40% · National 43%
Quality measures
CMS MDS quality measures · 2025Q2-2026Q1 · definitions| Measure | Facility | Pennsylvania | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers lower is better | 11.3% | 4.8% | 4.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury lower is better | 2.2% | 3.1% | 3.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication lower is better | 17.9% | 17.7% | 15.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection lower is better | 0.0% | 1.5% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained lower is better | 0.0% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased lower is better | 14.6% | 16.8% | 13.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight lower is better | 3.3% | 6.2% | 5.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication lower is better | 20.9% | 20.0% | 19.5% |
Figures verbatim from CMS, with the state and national figures from the same release. The direction that counts as better is CMS’s own and is stated on every row.
Ownership
As reported to CMS (Provider Enrollment)| Entity | Role | Interest | Since | Registry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Lutheran Services Organization | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 100% | — | — |
| Barnum, John Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Bortz, Beverly Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Breckenridge, Linda Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Fernandez-Miller, Annabelle Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Fisher, Luanne Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Galante, Michael Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Goldberg, Todd Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Himler, James Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Hoffman, Dana Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Liberty Lutheran Services Organization | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Matthias-Long, Wayne Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Myers, Joan Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Roth, Frank Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Steitz, Pamela Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Stettler, Dave Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Abington Memorial Hospital Organization | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Baker Tilly Advisory Group LP Organization | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Bank Of America Corp Organization | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Barnum, John Individual | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Barnum, John Individual | CORPORATE OFFICER | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Bortz, Beverly Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Breckenridge, Linda Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Fernandez-Miller, Annabelle Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Fisher, Luanne Individual | CORPORATE OFFICER | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Fisher, Luanne Individual | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Galante, Michael Individual | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Goldberg, Todd Individual | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Himler, James Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Hoffman, Dana Individual | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Intelycare Inc Organization | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Kreisher Miller Organization | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Liberty Lutheran Services Organization | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Loyal Assistant, Inc. Organization | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Matthias-Long, Wayne Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Morgan Stanley Organization | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Myers, Joan Individual | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Myers, Joan Individual | CORPORATE OFFICER | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Powerback Rehabilitation LLC Organization | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Rkl LLP Organization | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Roth, Frank Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Steitz, Pamela Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Stettler, Dave Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Twomagnets LLC Organization | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
Ownership as reported to CMS/state. CMS ownership data has known gaps; merges between entities are published only after human review.
Cost context
County figures from public surveys. Not this facility’s price. Nursing-home rates are not published by CMS or Pennsylvania.
No county cost figures on file for Montgomery.
Nearby nursing homes
| Facility | Distance | Last survey | Deficiencies · 3 yrs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambler Extended Care Center Ambler | 0.6 mi | 2026-03-11 | 180 |
| Silver Stream Rehabilitation And Nursing Center Spring House | 1.3 mi | 2026-06-02 | 0530 |
| Willowbrooke Court-Spring Hous Lower Gwynedd | 1.3 mi | 2026-04-02 | 010 |
| Willowbrooke Ctskdcarectr At Fortwashingtonestates Fort Washington | 1.6 mi | 2026-02-05 | 010 |
| Dresher Hill Health and Rehabilitation Center Fort Washington | 2.7 mi | 2026-01-30 | 050 |
Watch this facility
One email when a new survey, harm-class deficiency, penalty, Special Focus change or ownership change is recorded. Nothing else, ever.
Sources & provenance
| Section | Agency · dataset | Retrieved |
|---|---|---|
| Facility, ratings | CMS Provider Data · Nursing Home Provider Information | 2026-08-01 |
| Surveys | CMS · Survey Summary | 2026-08-01 |
| Deficiencies | CMS · Health Deficiencies (CMS-2567 findings via Care Compare) | 2026-08-01 |
| Penalties | CMS · Penalties | 2026-08-01 |
| Staffing | CMS · Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ, as published Aug 2026) | 2026-08-01 |
| Quality measures | CMS · MDS Quality Measures | 2026-08-01 |
| Ownership | CMS · Ownership | 2026-08-01 |