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KADIMA REHABILITATION & NURSING AT LUZERNE

463 NORTH HUNTER HWY, DRUMS, PA 18222
Score: 20 / 100
⚠️ SFF Candidate

With a score of 20/100, Kadima Rehabilitation & Nursing At Luzerne 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.

Staffing at Kadima Rehabilitation & Nursing At Luzerne is near the national average, with 4.15 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent CMS inspections identified 57 deficiencies at Kadima Rehabilitation & Nursing At Luzerne, including 2 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. suitable and nourishing alternative meals.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 8 / 40 pts
1 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.15 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.84 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.97 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.34 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.67 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.59 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

57
Total Deficiencies
Jun 10, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 5 Minor 🟠 50 Moderate 🔴 2 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0809 Severity L
    Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals
    Jun 10, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity L
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Jun 10, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0801 Severity F
    Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qu
    Jun 10, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0803 Severity E
    Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the nee
    Jun 10, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0804 Severity E
    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    Jun 10, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary 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 2.5% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 0.0% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 41.9% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 0.0% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 39.8% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 6.1% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 20.7% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

2 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $86,122

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 20 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -10 pts
  • Fine deductions: -8 pts

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
37
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jan 15, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
16