nursing home in Nanticoke, PA

Birchwood Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center

395 Middle Road, Nanticoke, PA 18634 · (570) 735-2973

★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★1
  • Staffing★★★★★1
  • Quality measures★★★★★4

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Birchwood Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center at a glance

Birchwood Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center is a 121-bed for-profit nursing home in Nanticoke, Pennsylvania (Luzerne County).

CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Pennsylvania average of 3.

Residents receive about 3.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.9 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (March 31, 2026) found 14 health citations. The Pennsylvania average is 10.

Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $123,390.

Nursing staff turnover is 53.9% per year (state average 44.5%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Limited Liability Company
Beds
121
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Century Healthcare
Medicare-certified since
April 9, 1984
Continuing care retirement community
Yes
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Luzerne County
CMS Certification Number
395651

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityPennsylvania avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 53 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 53 / 52.9 / 5Worse
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 53.6 / 53.6 / 5Average
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)4 / 53.8 / 53.8 / 5Average
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)4 / 53.3 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility3.34 hrsPennsylvania average3.89 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Pennsylvania and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityPennsylvania avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.34 hrs3.89 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.42 hrs0.79 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.15 hrs2.19 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.07 hrs3.53 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)53.9%44.5%45.8%Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)62.5%39.9%42.9%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)011Better

Inspections

This facility14Pennsylvania average10U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Pennsylvania and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityPennsylvania avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)14109Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)533Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)132.382.480.6Worse

Penalties

This facility2Pennsylvania average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Pennsylvania and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityPennsylvania avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)211Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$123,390$25,774$30,972Worse
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)211Worse

Size

MeasureThis facilityPennsylvania avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds121127107
Average residents per day11610586
Occupancy95.6%84%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility2.1%Pennsylvania average3.1%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Pennsylvania and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityPennsylvania avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)2.1%3.1%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)5.9%4.8%4.6%Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)14.3%17.7%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0.5%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)10.3%16.8%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)10.4%17%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)9.7%6.2%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)39.1%10.8%12.8%Worse
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)19.8%20%19.5%Average
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)21.4%25.5%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)86.3%93.5%95.5%Worse
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)86.4%87.5%93.6%Worse

Short-stay residents

This facility0.9%Pennsylvania average1.4%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Pennsylvania and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityPennsylvania avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)0.9%1.4%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)27.9%68.7%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)41.3%70%82%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 48 health deficiencies and 14 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".

DateCitationSeverityStatus
March 31, 2026
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 7, 2026
March 31, 2026
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 7, 2026
March 31, 2026
Fire safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected April 7, 2026
March 31, 2026
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected April 7, 2026
March 31, 2026
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected April 7, 2026
March 31, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 23, 2026
March 31, 2026
Complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 23, 2026
March 31, 2026
Standard
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 23, 2026
March 31, 2026
Standard
Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0773
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 23, 2026
March 31, 2026
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 23, 2026
March 31, 2026
Complaint
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 23, 2026
March 31, 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 23, 2026
March 31, 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 23, 2026
March 31, 2026
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 23, 2026
March 31, 2026
Standard
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0627
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 23, 2026
March 31, 2026
Standard
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 2, 2026
September 17, 2025
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 26, 2025
September 17, 2025
Complaint
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0744
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 26, 2025
September 17, 2025
Complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 26, 2025
August 20, 2025
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
K
Immediate jeopardy, pattern
Corrected September 26, 2025
August 20, 2025
Complaint
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 17, 2025
August 20, 2025
Complaint
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0744
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 26, 2025
June 17, 2025
Complaint
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 27, 2025
April 4, 2025
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 20, 2025
April 4, 2025
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 20, 2025
April 4, 2025
Fire safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 20, 2025
April 4, 2025
Standard
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 17, 2025
April 4, 2025
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 June 17, 2025
April 4, 2025
Standard
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 17, 2025
April 4, 2025
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 June 17, 2025
April 4, 2025
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 June 17, 2025
April 4, 2025
Standard
Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0741
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 17, 2025
April 4, 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 17, 2025
April 4, 2025
Standard
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 17, 2025
April 4, 2025
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 17, 2025
April 4, 2025
Standard
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 17, 2025
April 4, 2025
Standard
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 17, 2025
January 2, 2025
Complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 30, 2025
January 2, 2025
Complaint
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 30, 2025
December 10, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 2, 2025
October 24, 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 January 2, 2025
October 24, 2024
Complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 10, 2024
June 7, 2024
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 22, 2024
June 7, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 22, 2024
June 7, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 22, 2024
June 7, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 22, 2024
June 7, 2024
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 22, 2024
June 7, 2024
Fire safety
Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0026
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected July 22, 2024
June 7, 2024
Standard
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 25, 2024
June 7, 2024
Standard
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 25, 2024
June 7, 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 June 25, 2024
June 7, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 25, 2024
June 7, 2024
Standard
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623
B
No harm, pattern
Corrected June 25, 2024
May 17, 2024
Complaint
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0865
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 25, 2024
May 17, 2024
Complaint
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 June 25, 2024
May 17, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 25, 2024
March 28, 2024
Complaint
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0565
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 17, 2024
March 28, 2024
Complaint
The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0574
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 17, 2024
March 28, 2024
Complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 17, 2024
March 28, 2024
Complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 17, 2024
March 28, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 17, 2024
March 28, 2024
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 17, 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $123,390 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
August 20, 2025Fine$115,372
October 24, 2024Fine$8,018

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
CENTURY II PENNSYLANIA HOLDCO LLC
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest100%05/01/2023
CENTURY II TBD HOLDCO LLC
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest—05/01/2023
KLEIN, EFRAIM
Individual
5% or greater indirect ownership interest—05/01/2023
KULANU OC TRUST
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest—05/01/2023
BERDUGO, SHAI
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/04/2025
KILDUFF, PATRICK
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/02/2026
PALKOVIC, MICHAEL
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/02/2026
BERDUGO, SHAI
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE05/01/2023
KLEIN, EFRAIM
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE05/01/2023
BERDUGO, SHAI
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE03/04/2025
KILDUFF, PATRICK
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2025
PALKOVIC, MICHAEL
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE10/14/2024
RALLEY LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE05/01/2023

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Frequently asked questions

What is Birchwood Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center's rating?

Birchwood Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center has 1 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Pennsylvania nursing homes is 3 stars.

How many inspection citations did Birchwood Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 14 citations, compared with a Pennsylvania average of 10. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Birchwood Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center 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 Birchwood Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center?

It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Century Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Birchwood Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center and how do I contact it?

Birchwood Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center is at 395 Middle Road, Nanticoke, PA 18634. Phone: (570) 735-2973.

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.