B

SCRANTON HEALTH CARE CENTER

2933 MCCARTHY STREET, SCRANTON, PA 18505
Score: 72 / 100

With a score of 72/100 and a B grade, Scranton Health Care Center is a well-regarded option in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The facility performs above average in most CMS categories, placing it in the 69th percentile statewide.

Staffing at Scranton Health Care Center is near the national average, with 3.58 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 27 deficiencies at Scranton Health Care Center. 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 15 / 25 pts
3 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.58 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.79 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.81 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 1.98 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.13 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.63 0.7 Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

27
Total Deficiencies
Aug 20, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 2 Minor 🟠 25 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0553 Severity D
    Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
    Aug 20, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0641 Severity D
    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
    Aug 20, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0697 Severity D
    Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
    Aug 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0602 Severity E
    Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
    Oct 31, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0690 Severity E
    Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent
    Oct 31, 2024 · 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 2.4% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 1.5% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 8.6% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 0.8% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 8.9% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 3.8% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 25.5% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

1 penalty recorded by CMS

Total fines: $12,570

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of B is based on a score of 72 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 4★ → 32 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -5 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 - Corporation
Certified Beds
44
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Aug 20, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3