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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
824 Adams Avenue · Scranton, PA 18510 · 139 certified beds
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Embassy of Scranton is a nursing home in Scranton, Pennsylvania, in Lackawanna County. Its reported capacity is 139 beds. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. It is recorded as a for-profit operator, part of Embassy Healthcare. Our copy of the inspection record holds 98 citations, the newest dated 8 May 2026. Federal enforcement records add 4 fine or payment denial actions. Staffing reports put it at 3.45 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
CMS designation
Special Focus Facility candidate (CMS)
CMS lists this nursing home on the monthly Special Focus Facility candidate list. Candidate status means the facility qualifies for possible selection into the Special Focus Facility program based on CMS criteria. It is a public CMS designation, not an ElderCareCosts rating. CMS Special Focus Facility program.
Source: CMS Provider Information.GOVStaffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
65
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Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
66
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
74
Records from August 2023 to May 2026.
May 8, 2026 · E
Citation F0584Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-08 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
May 8, 2026 · D
Citation F0921Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-08 under CMS tag F0921 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
May 8, 2026 · D
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-08 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
May 8, 2026 · F
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-08 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
May 8, 2026 · D
Citation F0685Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-08 under CMS tag F0685 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
May 8, 2026 · D
Citation F0583Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-08 under CMS tag F0583 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
May 8, 2026 · F
Citation F0804Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-08 under CMS tag F0804 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
May 8, 2026 · D
Citation F0693Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-08 under CMS tag F0693 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
May 8, 2026 · D
Citation F0688Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-08 under CMS tag F0688 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
May 8, 2026 · E
Citation F0809Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-08 under CMS tag F0809 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
May 8, 2026 · F
Citation F0803Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-08 under CMS tag F0803 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
May 8, 2026 · D
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-08 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
May 8, 2026 · E
Citation F0657Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-08 under CMS tag F0657 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
May 8, 2026 · E
Citation F0692Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-08 under CMS tag F0692 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
May 8, 2026 · D
Citation F0740Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-08 under CMS tag F0740 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
May 8, 2026 · E
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-08 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
May 8, 2026 · F
Citation F0801Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-08 under CMS tag F0801 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
May 8, 2026 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-08 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
April 23, 2026 · D
Citation F0635Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-23 under CMS tag F0635 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 5, 2026 · D
Citation F0558Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-05 under CMS tag F0558 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $33,670
January 28, 2026 · Fine
Citation FINE-137563CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $14,901 against this nursing home on 2026-01-28 (Fine ID: 137563). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
August 9, 2024 · Payment Denial
Citation PAYDEN-2024-11-09CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2024-11-09, lasting 61 days (triggered by inspection on 2024-08-09). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
October 20, 2023 · Payment Denial
Citation PAYDEN-2024-02-29CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2024-02-29, lasting 47 days (triggered by inspection on 2023-10-20). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
August 9, 2023 · Fine
Citation FINE-13773CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $18,769 against this nursing home on 2023-08-09 (Fine ID: 13773). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
Latest: 3.45 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
For profit
CMS Care Compare chain: Embassy Healthcare
Chain ID 199 · 33 facilities in chain (CMS)
Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.
Parent organization: Embassy Healthcare Holdings INC
parent · PAC 9739518432
Private equity company (CMS PECOS disclosure)
PE/REIT labels appear only when CMS structured disclosure columns are Y. never inferred from names.
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
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