B

QUALITY LIFE SERVICES - MERCER

8221 LAMOR ROAD, MERCER, PA 16137
Score: 71 / 100

With a score of 71/100 and a B grade, Quality Life Services - Mercer is a well-regarded option in Mercer, Pennsylvania. The facility performs above average in most CMS categories, placing it in the 68th percentile statewide.

Staffing at Quality Life Services - Mercer is near the national average, with 3.75 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 7 deficiencies at Quality Life Services - Mercer. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 32 / 40 pts
4 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.75 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.85 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.03 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 1.86 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.31 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.69 0.7 Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

7
Total Deficiencies
Jul 30, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 7 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0684 Severity D
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Jul 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity D
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Jul 30, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0882 Severity F
    Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
    Jun 17, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity E
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    Jan 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0677 Severity D
    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    Jan 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care 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 4.1% 4.5% Average
Falls with major injury 2.2% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 15.3% 14.5% Average
Urinary tract infections 0.7% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 10.0% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 10.6% 7.5% Worse
New/worsened incontinence 26.8% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

1 penalty recorded by CMS

Total fines: $7,443

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of B is based on a score of 71 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 4★ → 32 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -5 pts
  • Fine deductions: -0 pts

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Partnership
Certified Beds
48
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jun 17, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3