Wilkes-Barre, PA

Embassy Of East Mountain

1-star overall rating with 1-star inspections with 13 recent health deficiencies with 5 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

101 East Mountain Drive, Wilkes-Barre, PA

(570) 825-5892

Compare this facility

Overall

1 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

1 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

4 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

4 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

120

Certified beds

Average residents

101

Average occupied residents

Ownership

For-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

Embassy Healthcare

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1985-10-18

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.63

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

0.88

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

2.11

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

3.34

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

21%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

37%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 2.0
1.7
0.3 pts worse
1.9
0.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 0.6
1.2
0.6 pts better
1.8
1.2 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 92.5%
86.9%
5.6 pts better
93.4%
0.9 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 87.5%
93.5%
6 pts worse
95.5%
8 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.2%
3.2%
1 pts better
3.3%
1.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 2.0%
6.5%
4.5 pts better
11.4%
9.4 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 7.5%
6.5%
1 pts worse
5.4%
2.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 10.1%
19.9%
9.8 pts better
19.6%
9.5 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 20.4%
18.7%
1.7 pts worse
16.7%
3.7 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained 0.0%
0.2%
0.2 pts better
0.1%
0.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened 15.5%
19.6%
4.1 pts better
16.3%
0.8 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 16.3%
18.3%
2 pts better
14.9%
1.4 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 0.6%
0.9%
0.3 pts better
1.0%
0.4 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.6%
1.7%
0.1 pts better
1.7%
0.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 24.9%
26.4%
1.5 pts better
19.8%
5.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 2.5%
5.3%
2.8 pts better
5.1%
2.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 73.5%
68.9%
4.6 pts better
81.7%
8.2 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 6.8%
9.8%
3 pts better
12.0%
5.2 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.4%
1.5%
0.1 pts better
1.6%
0.2 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 78.1%
68.7%
9.4 pts better
79.7%
1.6 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 20.8%
23.1%
2.3 pts better
23.9%
3.1 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2026-01-09 · Fire 2026-01-09

13 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (5 deficiencies)

5 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Miscellaneous (2 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2025-03-07 · Fire 2025-03-07

13 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (6 deficiencies)

7 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2024-04-12 · Fire 2024-04-12

15 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)

6 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2026-01-09

K161 · Construction Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Use approved construction type or materials.

Corrected 2026-02-09

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2026-01-09

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2026-02-09

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2026-01-09

K374 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

Corrected 2026-02-09

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2026-01-09

K741 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

Corrected 2026-02-09

C · Minimal harm 2026-01-09

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2026-02-09

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-07

K324 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2025-05-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-07

K223 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

Corrected 2025-05-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-07

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2025-05-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-07

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2025-05-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-07

K362 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.

Corrected 2025-05-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-07

K374 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

Corrected 2025-05-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-07

K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

Corrected 2025-05-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-04-12

K161 · Construction Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Use approved construction type or materials.

Corrected 2024-06-01

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-04-12

K321 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Corrected 2024-06-01

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-04-12

K374 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

Corrected 2024-06-01

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-04-12

K741 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

Corrected 2024-06-01

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-04-12

K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

Corrected 2024-06-01

C · Minimal harm 2024-04-12

K521 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Corrected 2024-06-01

Inspection history

Recent health citations

J · Immediate jeopardy 2026-01-09

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2026-02-20

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2026-01-09

F565 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

Corrected 2026-02-20

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2026-01-09

F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

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.

Corrected 2026-02-20

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2026-01-09

F679 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Corrected 2026-02-20

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2026-01-09

F680 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.

Corrected 2026-02-20

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2026-01-09

F809 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.

Corrected 2026-02-20

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2026-01-09

F835 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Corrected 2026-02-20

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2026-01-09

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected 2026-02-20

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2026-01-09

F710 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Health

Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.

Corrected 2026-02-20

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2026-01-09

F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

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.

Corrected 2026-02-21

B · Minimal harm 2026-01-09

F628 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

Corrected 2026-02-20

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-21

F692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Corrected 2025-09-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-29

F569 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.

Corrected 2025-06-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-07

F660 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.

Corrected 2025-04-11

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-07

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2025-04-11

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-07

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected 2025-04-11

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-07

F755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Corrected 2025-04-11

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-07

F836 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.

Corrected 2025-04-11

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-07

F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Corrected 2025-04-11

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-07

F644 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

Corrected 2025-04-11

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-07

F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Corrected 2025-04-11

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-07

F688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

Corrected 2025-04-11

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-07

F745 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.

Corrected 2025-04-11

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-07

F790 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.

Corrected 2025-04-11

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-07

F791 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

Corrected 2025-04-11

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-07

F849 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.

Corrected 2025-04-11

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-04-12

F565 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

Corrected 2024-05-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-04-12

F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Corrected 2024-05-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-04-12

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2024-05-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-04-12

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected 2024-05-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-04-12

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2024-05-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-04-12

F637 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

Corrected 2024-05-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-04-12

F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Corrected 2024-05-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-04-12

F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Corrected 2024-05-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-04-12

F744 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.

Corrected 2024-05-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-09

F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

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.

Corrected 2024-02-20

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-09

F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Corrected 2024-02-20

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-01-09

F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Corrected 2024-02-20

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-09-27

F925 · Environmental Deficiencies

Health

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Corrected 2023-10-30

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-17

F925 · Environmental Deficiencies

Health

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Corrected 2023-07-06

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-17

F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Corrected 2023-07-06

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

Ownership

Embassy Healthcare Holdings Inc

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization

100% 30 facilities 2024-06-01
2020 Gsr Dynasty LLC

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 24 facilities 2024-06-01
Aaron Handler Family Dynasty Trust

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 18 facilities 2024-06-01
Ah Dynasty LLC

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 22 facilities 2024-06-01
George S. Repchick 2020 Family Dynasty Trust

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 20 facilities 2024-06-01
Gph Wilkes-Barre East Mountain LP

5% Or Greater Security Interest · Organization

0% 1 facilities 2024-06-01
Gsr Dynasty LLC

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 6 facilities 2024-06-01
Handler, Aaron

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 35 facilities 2024-06-01
Levulis, Lorree

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 2 facilities 2024-06-01
Repchick, George

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 33 facilities 2024-06-01

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