Nursing home / skilled nursing
Willowbrooke Court-Spring Hous
Nursing home / skilled nursing in Lower Gwynedd, Pennsylvania
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 728 NORRISTOWN ROAD |
| City | Lower Gwynedd |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| ZIP code | 19002 |
| County | Montgomery |
| Phone | 215-628-3545 |
| Website | https://www.actshealthservices.org/ |
| CMS certification number (CCN) | 395495 |
| Ownership | Non profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 16 |
| Certification | Medicare |
| First approved for Medicare/Medicaid | January 31, 1981 |
| Located in a hospital | N |
| Continuing care retirement community | Y |
| Care types | skilled nursing, rehab services |
| Services offered | skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services |
Willowbrooke Court-Spring Hous is in 728 NORRISTOWN ROAD, Lower Gwynedd, PA 19002. Phone: 215-628-3545. Ownership: Non profit - Corporation. CMS rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall (health inspection 5, staffing 5, quality measures 5). CMS inspection and staffing detail: total weighted health survey score 3.000; 0 federal fines totaling $0.00.
More about this provider
| The Acts health services page for Spring House Estates in Lower Gwynedd describes exceptional skilled nursing care within the Spring House Estates continuing care retirement community, with an on-site Wellness Center and full-time Nurse Practitioner, 24-hour nursing care, short-term recovery and long-term support, licensed physical, occupational and speech therapy, care coordination and medication management, a specialized Memory Care program, and amenities including three meals daily and private and semi-private accommodations. | |
| Services and programs | Skilled nursing care at Spring House Estates, On-site Wellness Center with full-time Nurse Practitioner, Round-the-clock monitoring and 24-hour nursing care, Short-term skilled nursing care for medical recovery and stabilization, Long-term support for chronic conditions and complex medical needs, Licensed physical, occupational, and speech therapy, Care coordination and medication management, Specialized Memory Care program, Scheduled transportation for medical appointments |
| Who it serves | Older adults needing short- or long-term skilled nursing care in Lower Gwynedd, Pennsylvania |
| Payment types it states | Services at the skilled care center are typically paid for on a monthly basis, using personal funds and/or long-term care insurance, as stated on the official page |
| Inspection highlights | Site states: Acts health centers are consistently ranked among the nation's best by state and federal agencies. |
| Visiting and contact details | Hours Mo-Su 09:00-17:00 as listed on the page; Call 215-628-8110; Spring House Estates, 728 Norristown Rd, Lower Gwynedd, PA 19002 |
| Website | https://www.actshealthservices.org/ |
Quality measures
Source: CMS · CMS processing date: 2026-10-01
| Star ratings and staffing hours | |
|---|---|
| Overall rating | 5 of 5 |
| Health inspection rating | 5 of 5 |
| Staffing rating | 5 of 5 |
| Quality measure rating | 5 of 5 |
| Short-stay quality rating | 5 of 5 |
| RN staffing hours per resident per day | 1.37 |
| Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 4.19 |
Inspection results
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Health Score | 4 |
| Total Weighted Health Survey Score | 3.000 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Health Score | 0 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Health Deficiency Score | 4 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Health Deficiency Score | 0 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Standard Survey Health Date | 2026-04-02 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 1 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 0 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Standard Health Deficiencies | 0 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 1 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 0 |
Staffing
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Nursing Case-Mix Index | 1.31876 |
| Nursing Case-Mix Index Ratio | 0.93513 |
| Reported LPN Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 0.62158 |
| Reported Licensed Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 1.99411 |
| Reported Nurse Aide Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 2.20015 |
| Registered Nurse hours per resident per day on the weekend | 1.04156 |
| Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.85792 |
Penalties
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Number of Fines | 0 |
| Number of Payment Denials | 0 |
| Total Number of Penalties | 0 |
| Total Amount of Fines in Dollars | 0.00 |
Ownership
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Chain ID | 9 |
| Chain Name | ACTS RETIREMENT-LIFE COMMUNITIES |
| Legal Business Name | ACTS RETIREMENT-LIFE COMMUNITIES INC |
| Chain Average QM Rating | 4.5 |
| Chain Average Staffing Rating | 4.9 |
| Number of Facilities in Chain | 27 |
| Chain Average Overall 5-star Rating | 4.9 |
| Chain Average Health Inspection Rating | 4.6 |
| Provider Changed Ownership in Last 12 Months | N |
Occupancy and payer mix
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Abuse Icon | N |
| High Performing Icon | N |
| With a Resident and Family Council | Resident |
| Average Number of Residents per Day | 11.7 |
| Automatic Sprinkler Systems in All Required Areas | Yes |
| Most Recent Health Inspection More Than 2 Years Ago | N |
Who pays for nursing home / skilled nursing?
What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:
Nursing home / skilled nursing guide · Paying for care
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Common questions about Willowbrooke Court-Spring Hous
Where is Willowbrooke Court-Spring Hous located?
Willowbrooke Court-Spring Hous is at 728 NORRISTOWN ROAD, Lower Gwynedd, Pennsylvania 19002.
What care and services does Willowbrooke Court-Spring Hous offer?
Willowbrooke Court-Spring Hous offers skilled nursing, rehab services, skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services.
Is Willowbrooke Court-Spring Hous Medicare-certified?
Yes. Willowbrooke Court-Spring Hous is certified for Medicare.
What is Willowbrooke Court-Spring Hous's quality rating?
CMS gives Willowbrooke Court-Spring Hous an overall star rating of 5 out of 5.
How do I contact Willowbrooke Court-Spring Hous?
Call Willowbrooke Court-Spring Hous at 215-628-3545.
How much does a nursing home cost?
The national median cost of a nursing home is $9,581 a month for a semi-private room and $10,798 a month for a private room (CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025). Costs in Pennsylvania can be higher or lower. See our guide to nursing home costs and who pays for the full picture.
Does Medicare pay for a nursing home?
Medicare Part A pays for skilled nursing care in a certified nursing home for up to 100 days in each benefit period. You need a hospital stay of at least 3 days first. You pay $0 a day for days 1 to 20, then $217 a day for days 21 to 100 (2026). After day 100, Medicare pays $0. Medicare does not pay for long-term care that only helps with daily tasks. Medicare Advantage plans cover skilled nursing too, with their own costs and rules. A Medigap plan can pay the daily cost share toward the Original Medicare benefit.
What is the difference between a nursing home and assisted living?
A nursing home gives skilled nursing care and rehab around the clock. Assisted living gives a room, meals, and help with daily tasks like bathing and dressing. It does not give round-the-clock nursing care. People who need daily medical care often need a nursing home. People who need help but not daily medical care often pick assisted living.
Who else pays for a nursing home besides Medicare?
Medicaid pays for nursing home care for people who meet its income and asset rules. It is the main payer for long stays. The VA pays for some veterans in VA or contract nursing homes. Long-term care insurance can pay for part of the cost. Most other costs are paid out of pocket.