F

SAPPHIRE CARE AND REHAB CENTER

221 EAST BROWN STREET, EAST STROUDSBURG, PA 18301
Score: 31 / 100

With a score of 31/100, Sapphire Care And Rehab Center ranks in the bottom tier of Pennsylvania nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.

With 3.39 total nurse hours per resident per day, Sapphire Care And Rehab Center falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.

Recent inspections identified 49 deficiencies at Sapphire Care And Rehab Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 8 / 40 pts
1 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 10 / 25 pts
2 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 4 / 20 pts
1 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.39 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.32 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.03 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.04 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.19 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.30 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

49
Total Deficiencies
Dec 28, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 49 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0580 Severity D
    Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
    Dec 28, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0684 Severity E
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Aug 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0689 Severity E
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Aug 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0692 Severity E
    Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
    Aug 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0909 Severity E
    Regularly 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.
    Aug 14, 2025 · Environmental Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 2.1% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 2.8% 3.0% Average
On antipsychotic medication 24.3% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 1.6% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 8.5% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 6.6% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 23.0% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 31 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 1★ → 4 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
127
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Aug 14, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
12