13 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)
4 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Wellsboro, PA
3-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with 13 recent health deficiencies with 4 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
37 Central Avenue, Wellsboro, PA
(570) 724-3131
Overall
3 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
2 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
3 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
5 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Beds
120
Certified beds
Average residents
79
Average occupied residents
Ownership
Non-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Upmc Senior Communities
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1974-10-28
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Chain footprint
8 facilities
Chain averages 3 overall / 3 health / 4 staffing / 4 quality stars
Changed ownership
No
Within the last 12 months
Family council
Yes
Resident and family council reported
Sprinklers
Yes
Automatic sprinklers in all required areas
Staffing
RN hours / resident day
0.90
Registered nurse staffing · state 0.78 · national 0.68
LPN hours / resident day
1.17
Licensed practical nurse staffing · state 0.91 · national 0.87
Aide hours / resident day
2.14
Nurse aide staffing · state 2.20 · national 2.35
Total nurse hours
4.21
All reported nurse hours · state 3.89 · national 3.89
Licensed hours
2.07
RN + LPN hours · state 1.69 · national 1.54
Weekend hours
3.45
Weekend nurse staffing · state 3.51 · national 3.43
Weekend RN hours
0.56
Weekend registered nurse coverage · state 0.55 · national 0.47
Physical therapist
0.04
Reported PT staffing · state 0.10 · national 0.07
Adjusted RN hours
0.88
CMS adjusted RN staffing hours
Adjusted total hours
4.10
CMS adjusted total nurse staffing hours
Case-mix index
1.41
Higher values indicate more complex resident acuity
RN turnover
44%
Annual RN turnover · state 43% · national 45%
Total nurse turnover
52%
Annual nurse turnover · state 47% · national 46%
SNF VBP
Program rank
5,345
Lower is better among SNFs in the FY 2026 VBP program.
Performance score
36.52
Composite VBP score used to determine payment impact.
Payment multiplier
0.9899
Above 1.000 increases Medicare payment; below 1.000 reduces it.
Program components
Readmission
0.74
Baseline 20.96% · Performance 21.09% · Measure score 0.74 · Achievement 0.74 · Improvement 0
Healthcare-associated infections
7.68
Baseline 5.53% · Performance 5.54% · Measure score 7.68 · Achievement 7.68 · Improvement 0
Total nurse turnover
1.93
Baseline 49.37% · Performance 55.79% · Measure score 1.93 · Achievement 1.93 · Improvement 0
Adjusted total nurse staffing
4.26
Baseline 4.17 hours · Performance 4.29 hours · Measure score 4.26 · Achievement 4.26 · Improvement 0.27
SNF QRP
| Measure | Facility | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potentially preventable 30-day readmission | 10.05% |
10.72%
0.7 pts better
|
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 105 · Observed rate 11.43% · Lower 95% interval 6.61% |
| Discharge to community | 55.57% |
50.57%
5 pts better
|
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 84 · Observed rate 45.24% · Lower 95% interval 44.2% |
| Medicare spending per beneficiary | 0.92 |
1.02
0.1 pts better
|
|
| Drug regimen review with follow-up | 98.25% |
95.27%
3 pts better
|
Numerator 56 · Denominator 57 |
| Falls with major injury | 0% |
0.77%
0.8 pts better
|
Numerator 0 · Denominator 57 |
| Discharge self-care score | 82.61% |
53.69%
28.9 pts better
|
Numerator 38 · Denominator 46 |
| Discharge mobility score | 76.09% |
50.94%
25.2 pts better
|
Numerator 35 · Denominator 46 |
| Pressure ulcers or injuries, new or worsened | 1.75% |
2.29%
0.5 pts better
|
Numerator 1 · Denominator 57 · Adjusted rate 1.32% |
| Healthcare-associated infections requiring hospitalization | 5.54% |
7.12%
1.6 pts better
|
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 49 · Observed rate 0% · Lower 95% interval 3.09% |
| Staff COVID-19 vaccination coverage | 0% |
8.2%
8.2 pts worse
|
Numerator 0 · Denominator 128 |
| Staff flu vaccination coverage | 91.78% |
42%
49.8 pts better
|
Numerator 134 · Denominator 146 |
| Discharge function score | 78.26% |
56.45%
21.8 pts better
|
Numerator 36 · Denominator 46 |
| Transfer of health information to provider | Not Available |
95.95%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 10 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Transfer of health information to patient | 100% |
96.28%
3.7 pts better
|
Numerator 24 · Denominator 24 |
| Resident COVID-19 vaccinations up to date | 46.15% |
25.2%
20.9 pts better
|
Numerator 12 · Denominator 26 |
Quality measures
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.7 |
1.7
1 pts better
|
1.9
1.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 0.7 · Observed 0.8 · Expected 2.1 · Used in QM five-star |
| 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 · Adjusted 0.6 · Observed 0.6 · Expected 1.7 · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% |
86.9%
13.1 pts better
|
93.4%
6.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 100.0% · Q2 100.0% · Q3 100.0% · Q4 100.0% · 4Q avg 100.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 95.8% |
93.5%
2.3 pts better
|
95.5%
0.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 · 4Q avg 95.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 1.8% |
3.2%
1.4 pts better
|
3.3%
1.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 1.4% · Q2 1.4% · Q3 2.7% · Q4 1.5% · 4Q avg 1.8% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 0.0% |
6.5%
6.5 pts better
|
11.4%
11.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 2.0% |
6.5%
4.5 pts better
|
5.4%
3.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 4.8% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 1.6% · Q4 1.7% · 4Q avg 2.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 22.4% |
19.9%
2.5 pts worse
|
19.6%
2.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 26.6% · Q2 21.9% · Q3 19.7% · Q4 21.3% · 4Q avg 22.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 11.4% |
18.7%
7.3 pts better
|
16.7%
5.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 14.8% · Q2 9.4% · Q3 13.5% · Q4 7.8% · 4Q avg 11.4% · Used in QM five-star |
| 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 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 12.0% |
19.6%
7.6 pts better
|
16.3%
4.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 8.3% · Q2 15.8% · Q3 11.4% · Q4 12.4% · 4Q avg 12.0% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 5.6% |
18.3%
12.7 pts better
|
14.9%
9.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 8.8% · Q2 3.3% · Q3 6.8% · Q4 3.5% · 4Q avg 5.6% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.3% |
0.9%
0.6 pts better
|
1.0%
0.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 1.1% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.3% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.7% |
1.7%
1 pts better
|
1.7%
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 2.9% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.7% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 22.5% |
26.4%
3.9 pts better
|
19.8%
2.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 20.5% · Q2 27.6% · Q3 24.8% · Q4 17.2% · 4Q avg 22.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 6.3% |
5.3%
1 pts worse
|
5.1%
1.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 5.9% · Q2 9.0% · Q3 6.5% · Q4 3.9% · 4Q avg 6.3% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 93.7% |
68.9%
24.8 pts better
|
81.7%
12 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 96.1% · Q2 96.8% · Q3 97.0% · Q4 86.3% · 4Q avg 93.7% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 11.4% |
9.8%
1.6 pts worse
|
12.0%
0.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 11.4% · Observed 11.6% · Expected 11.4% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.0% |
1.5%
1.5 pts better
|
1.6%
1.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 89.2% |
68.7%
20.5 pts better
|
79.7%
9.5 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 · 4Q avg 89.2% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 10.5% |
23.1%
12.6 pts better
|
23.9%
13.4 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 10.5% · Observed 9.3% · Expected 21.2% · Used in QM five-star |
Survey summary
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)
4 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)
8 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (1 deficiency)
4 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (2 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire Safety
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
Corrected 2025-02-04
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 2025-02-04
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-02-04
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2025-02-04
Fire Safety
Use approved construction type or materials.
Corrected 2024-03-01
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 2024-03-01
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-03-01
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2024-03-01
Fire Safety
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of medical gas and medical vacuum systems.
Corrected 2024-03-01
Fire Safety
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Corrected 2024-03-01
Fire Safety
Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
Corrected 2024-03-01
Fire Safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Corrected 2024-03-01
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 2023-02-28
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2023-02-28
Fire Safety
Ensure gas and vacuum piping is labeled.
Corrected 2023-02-28
Fire Safety
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Corrected 2023-02-28
Inspection history
Health
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Corrected 2025-01-28
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 2025-01-28
Health
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.
Corrected 2025-01-28
Health
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected 2025-01-28
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected 2025-01-28
Health
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Corrected 2025-01-28
Health
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected 2025-01-28
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2025-01-28
Health
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected 2025-01-28
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2025-01-28
Health
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected 2025-01-28
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 2025-01-28
Health
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected 2025-01-28
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-02-21
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2024-02-20
Health
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.
Corrected 2024-02-20
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2024-02-20
Health
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected 2024-02-20
Health
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected 2024-02-20
Health
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2024-02-20
Health
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected 2024-02-20
Health
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Corrected 2024-02-20
Health
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected 2023-02-28
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected 2023-02-28
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2023-02-28
Health
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected 2023-02-28
Penalties and ownership
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Corporate Director · Individual
Corporate Officer · Individual
Corporate Director · Individual
Corporate Officer · Individual
Corporate Officer · Individual
Corporate Officer · Individual
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