Cedar Crest Post Acute
1265 South Cedar Crest Blvd · Allentown, PA · 18103 · 6107767522
166 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Marquis Health Services
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.38 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.71 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.16 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 37% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (13 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 30, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected May 21, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 2025
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected January 6, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 2025
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected January 6, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected January 6, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 6, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 2025
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected January 6, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 2025
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected January 6, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 6, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 6, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D September 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 24, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 3, 2025 · found via complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected May 23, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 10, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected October 31, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 8, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 28, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 395760 · certified since July 26, 1988. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.