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AVALON CARE CENTER

3410 W. PITTSBURGH RD, NEW CASTLE, PA 16101
Score: 33 / 100

With a score of 33/100, Avalon Care 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 3.38 total nurse hours per resident per day, Avalon Care Center falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.

Recent CMS inspections identified 26 deficiencies at Avalon Care Center, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals..

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 16 / 40 pts
2 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 10 / 25 pts
2 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 6 / 15 pts
2 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.38 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.65 0.7 Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.72 0.7 Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.01 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.13 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.48 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

26
Total Deficiencies
Dec 16, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 1 Minor 🟠 24 Moderate 🔴 1 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0684 Severity D
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Dec 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0725 Severity E
    Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
    Jun 25, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Jun 25, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0628 Severity D
    Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
    Jun 25, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0868 Severity D
    Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
    Jun 25, 2025 · Administration 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 7.9% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 1.9% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 22.4% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 0.8% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 13.7% 14.0% Average
Excessive weight loss 6.2% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 26.1% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

2 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $19,888

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 33 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -10 pts
  • Fine deductions: -1 pts

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
84
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jun 25, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
10