nursing home in Scranton, PA
Marywood Heights
2500 Adams Avenue, Scranton, PA 18509 · (570) 343-4065
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★3
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Marywood Heights at a glance
Marywood Heights is a 72-bed for-profit nursing home in Scranton, Pennsylvania (Lackawanna County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Pennsylvania average of 3.
Residents receive about 4 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 26, 2026) found 7 health citations. The Pennsylvania average is 10.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $32,646.
Nursing staff turnover is 45.7% per year (state average 44.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 72
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1984
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Lackawanna County
- CMS Certification Number
- 395625
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.03 hrs | 3.89 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.59 hrs | 0.79 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.29 hrs | 2.19 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.78 hrs | 3.53 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 45.7% | 44.5% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 46.2% | 39.9% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 7 | 10 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 66 | 82.4 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $32,646 | $25,774 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 72 | 127 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 70 | 105 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 97.5% | 84% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 5.6% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.4% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 11.8% | 17.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.8% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 19.8% | 16.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 18.5% | 17% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.7% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 12.5% | 10.8% | 12.8% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 22.5% | 20% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 20.7% | 25.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.2% | 93.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 88.1% | 87.5% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Pennsylvania avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 71.9% | 68.7% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 74.2% | 70% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 33 health deficiencies and 2 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 26, 2026 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected April 29, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 29, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 29, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 29, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Standard | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 29, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 29, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0565 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 29, 2026 |
| May 8, 2025 Fire safety | Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0026 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected May 23, 2025 |
| May 8, 2025 Fire safety | Provide primary/alternate means for communication. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0032 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected May 23, 2025 |
| May 8, 2025 Complaint | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 10, 2025 |
| May 8, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 10, 2025 |
| May 8, 2025 Complaint | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 10, 2025 |
| May 8, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0565 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 10, 2025 |
| May 8, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 10, 2025 |
| May 8, 2025 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 10, 2025 |
| July 25, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected September 10, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 10, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Complaint | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 10, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 10, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 10, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 10, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 10, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 10, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Complaint | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0740 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 10, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 10, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 10, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 10, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Standard | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0791 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 10, 2024 |
| January 31, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 2, 2024 |
| January 31, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 26, 2024 |
| January 31, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 13, 2024 |
| January 31, 2024 Complaint | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 2, 2024 |
| January 31, 2024 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 26, 2024 |
| January 31, 2024 Complaint | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 2, 2024 |
| January 31, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 2, 2024 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $32,646 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| July 25, 2024 | Fine | $32,646 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| KLINGERMAN, DANIEL Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 50% | 12/01/2019 |
| KLINGERMAN, DAVID Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 30% | 12/01/2019 |
| LIBERTY HEALTHCARE MGT LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/14/2025 |
| SWEETZ, MELISSA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/25/2024 |
| WELKOM, KAREN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2024 |
| LACKAWANNA HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATES LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2019 |
| LIBERTY HEALTHCARE MGT LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2019 |
| SWEETZ, MELISSA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2019 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Marywood Heights's rating?
Marywood Heights has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Pennsylvania nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Marywood Heights receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a Pennsylvania average of 10. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Marywood Heights accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Marywood Heights?
It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Marywood Heights and how do I contact it?
Marywood Heights is at 2500 Adams Avenue, Scranton, PA 18509. Phone: (570) 343-4065.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.