Green Ridge Care Center
2741 Boulevard Avenue · Scranton, PA · 18509 · 5703446121
95 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Saber Healthcare Group
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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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
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.73 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.61 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.46 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 49% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $8,018 |
Inspection citations (11 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2025
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected December 9, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected December 9, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 31, 2025
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Corrected February 25, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E January 31, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected February 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 31, 2025
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected February 25, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 31, 2025
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected February 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 31, 2025
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected February 25, 2025 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G February 2, 2024
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected March 7, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 2, 2024
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 March 7, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 2, 2024
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 March 7, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D September 8, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 7, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 2, 2024 | Fine | $8,018 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 395067 · certified since February 21, 1972. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.