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Nursing Home Star Ratings in Scranton, PA

Federal inspection and quality ratings for Medicare-certified skilled nursing facilities. Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog.

Scranton nursing homes average 3 overall stars across 9 CMS-rated facilities — near the CMS national average (~3.2 stars). 4 facilities earn 4–5 stars; 4 rate 1–2 stars and warrant extra research. National CMS benchmark: ~3.2 stars.

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Facilities

3

Avg. stars

4

4–5 stars

4

1–2 stars

CMS Nursing Home Quality Report · 2026

Nursing Home Quality in Scranton, PA

CMS Care Compare lists 9 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Scranton, PA. Average overall rating: 3 stars (national avg ~3.2). 44% earn 4–5 stars; 44% rate 1–2 stars. 1 facility carry Special Focus Facility status — extra federal oversight.

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CMS-certified facilities

3

Avg overall stars

44%

Rate 4–5 stars

44%

Rate 1–2 stars

  • 9 CMS-certified skilled nursing facilities in Scranton
  • Average overall star rating: 3 (near national ~3.2)
  • 44% of facilities rate 4–5 stars (4 of 9)
  • 44% rate 1–2 stars (4 of 9) — verify inspection history
  • 1 Special Focus Facility (11%) under enhanced CMS monitoring
  • 2 facilities have CMS abuse icon flags — review Care Compare details

  • ALLIED SERVICES TRANSITIONAL REHAB UNIT

    475 MORGAN HIGHWAY, SCRANTON, PA 18508

    (570) 348-1300

    Health inspection
    5/5
    Staffing
    5/5
    Quality measures
    4/5
    Full CMS profile 3 health deficiencies (latest survey)

  • GINO J MERLI VETERANS CENTER

    401 PENN AVENUE, SCRANTON, PA 18503

    (570) 961-4300

    Health inspection
    4/5
    Staffing
    5/5
    Quality measures
    5/5
    Full CMS profile 3 health deficiencies (latest survey)

  • GREEN RIDGE CARE CENTER

    2741 BOULEVARD AVENUE, SCRANTON, PA 18509

    (570) 344-6121

    Health inspection
    4/5
    Staffing
    3/5
    Quality measures
    4/5
    Full CMS profile 2 health deficiencies (latest survey)

  • SCRANTON HEALTH CARE CENTER

    2933 MCCARTHY STREET, SCRANTON, PA 18505

    (570) 341-6676

    Health inspection
    4/5
    Staffing
    3/5
    Quality measures
    4/5
    Full CMS profile 4 health deficiencies (latest survey)

  • ALLIED SERVICES SKILLED NURSING CENTER

    303 SMALLACOMBE DRIVE, SCRANTON, PA 18501

    (570) 348-1424

    Health inspection
    3/5
    Staffing
    4/5
    Quality measures
    4/5
    Full CMS profile 8 health deficiencies (latest survey)

  • ELAN SKILLED NURSING AND REHAB, A JEWISH SENIOR LI

    1101 VINE STREET, SCRANTON, PA 18510

    (570) 344-6177

    Health inspection
    2/5
    Staffing
    4/5
    Quality measures
    4/5
    Full CMS profile 13 health deficiencies (latest survey)

  • MARYWOOD HEIGHTS

    2500 ADAMS AVENUE, SCRANTON, PA 18509

    (570) 343-4065

    Health inspection
    2/5
    Staffing
    4/5
    Quality measures
    3/5
    Abuse icon on record — review CMS profile
    Full CMS profile 7 health deficiencies (latest survey)

  • EMBASSY OF SCRANTON

    824 ADAMS AVENUE, SCRANTON, PA 18510

    (570) 346-5704

    Health inspection
    1/5
    Staffing
    3/5
    Quality measures
    3/5
    SFF Candidate
    Full CMS profile 33 health deficiencies (latest survey)

  • LINWOOD NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER

    100 LINWOOD AVENUE, SCRANTON, PA 18505

    (570) 346-7381

    Health inspection
    2/5
    Staffing
    1/5
    Quality measures
    3/5
    Abuse icon on record — review CMS profile
    Full CMS profile 14 health deficiencies (latest survey)

FAQs

Does Medicaid pay for nursing homes in Scranton, PA?▾

Yes — Pennsylvania Medicaid (PA CHC Waiver / OPTIONS Program) can cover skilled nursing facility room, board, and care for eligible residents. Income is typically limited to ~$2,829/mo with a 60-month asset look-back. Use our free Medicaid screener for Scranton.

How many nursing homes are in Scranton, PA?▾

CMS Care Compare lists 9 Medicare-certified skilled nursing facilities in Scranton. This does not include assisted living communities, which are state-licensed separately.

What do CMS star ratings mean?▾

Overall ratings combine health inspection results, staffing levels, and quality measures on a 1–5 scale. Five stars is above average; one or two stars warrants extra research before choosing.

Does Medicare pay for nursing homes in Scranton?▾

Medicare may cover short-term skilled nursing after a qualifying hospital stay — not long-term custodial care. For long stays, Medicaid or private pay typically applies.

How do Scranton nursing home ratings compare to national averages?▾

Scranton nursing homes average 3 overall stars across 9 CMS-rated facilities — near the CMS national average (~3.2 stars). 4 facilities earn 4–5 stars; 4 rate 1–2 stars and warrant extra research.

What is the difference between a nursing home and assisted living in Scranton?▾

Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care and are CMS-rated. Assisted living in Scranton supports daily activities but not skilled nursing — avg ~$3,900/mo. PA CHC Waiver / OPTIONS Program may cover long-term nursing care for eligible residents; assisted living room and board is typically private pay.

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