Nursing Home Alerts

Emerald Nursing and Rehabilitation

320 South Market Street, Elizabethtown, PA 17022

Open in mapsSee this home on CMS Care Compare

Emerald Nursing and Rehabilitation is a nursing home in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.

This page uses data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), published on October 28, 2026. CMS updates its data about once a month.

CMS star ratings

Facts from CMS

Phone
(717) 367-1377
Last standard health inspection
May 1, 2026 (6 months ago)
Certified beds
73
Residents per day, on average
63.5
Ownership type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Legal business name
Er 320 Operations LLC
Chain
Not listed by CMS
Takes part in
Medicare and Medicaid

More health citations than the Pennsylvania average (40 vs 31).

Inspections, fines and changes

This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.

  1. CMS update of October 28, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  2. CMS update of October 8, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  3. CMS update of July 29, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  4. CMS update of June 24, 2026

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from May 22, 2025 from $21,519 to $13,987.

  5. CMS update of May 27, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.

  6. 8 citations

    Health inspection on May 1, 2026

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    Severity H is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.

    113 of 656 Pennsylvania homes (17%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2026.

    • Citation F0690. Severity H: actual harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2026.

    • Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0812 2 times since 2025.

    • Citation F0628. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0628 2 times since 2025.

    • Citation F0641. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2026.

    • Citation F0692. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0692 3 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0880 2 times since 2026.

    • Citation F0575. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2026.

    • Citation F0577. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2026.

    See this home on CMS Care Compare

  7. 12 citations

    Fire safety inspection on May 1, 2026

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation K0355. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 27, 2026.

    • Citation K0353. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 27, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0353 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation K0362. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 27, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0362 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 27, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0363 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation K0920. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 27, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0920 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation K0923. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 27, 2026.

    • Citation K0929. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 27, 2026.

    • Citation E0004. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 27, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for E0004 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation K0291. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 27, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0291 2 times since 2025.

    • Citation K0293. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 27, 2026.

    • Citation K0918. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 27, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0918 3 times since 2024.

    • Citation K0324. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 27, 2026.

    See this home on CMS Care Compare

  8. CMS update of April 29, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  9. 2 citations

    Health inspection on March 27, 2026

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.

    113 of 656 Pennsylvania homes (17%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2026.

    • Citation F0684. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 16, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0684 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0584. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 16, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0584 3 times since 2024.

    See this home on CMS Care Compare

  10. CMS update of February 25, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  11. 1 citation

    Health inspection on February 4, 2026

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 10, 2026.

    See this home on CMS Care Compare

  12. Fine

    February 4, 2026 (9 months ago)

    CMS fine of $109,350 on February 4, 2026.

    See this home on CMS Care Compare

  13. 2 citations

    Health inspection on December 22, 2025

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    Severity J is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.

    67 of 656 Pennsylvania homes (10%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2025.

    • Citation F0689. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 9, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0689 3 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0835. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 12, 2026.

    See this home on CMS Care Compare

  14. Fine

    December 22, 2025 (10 months ago)

    CMS fine of $13,260 on December 22, 2025.

    See this home on CMS Care Compare

  15. CMS update of November 20, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • Health citation

      CMS removed citation F0689 from the health inspection on May 30, 2024.

  16. CMS update of July 30, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from April 19, 2024 from $12,335 to $8,018.

  17. 3 citations

    Health inspection on July 16, 2025

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0584. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 30, 2025.

    • Citation F0658. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 30, 2025.

    • Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 30, 2025.

    See this home on CMS Care Compare

  18. 14 citations

    Health inspection on May 22, 2025

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation F0698. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 9, 2025.

    • Citation F0730. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 9, 2025.

    • Citation F0756. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 9, 2025.

    • Citation F0812. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 9, 2025.

    • Citation F0868. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 9, 2025.

    • Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 9, 2025.

    • Citation F0607. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 9, 2025.

    • Citation F0628. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 9, 2025.

    • Citation F0685. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 9, 2025.

    • Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 9, 2025.

    • Citation F0692. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 9, 2025.

    • Citation F0755. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 9, 2025.

    • Citation F0804. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 9, 2025.

    • Citation F0732. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Post nurse staffing information every day.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 9, 2025.

    See this home on CMS Care Compare

  19. 9 citations

    Fire safety inspection on May 22, 2025

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation K0253. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide two separate exits in rooms of more than 1000 square feet.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 29, 2025.

    • Citation K0291. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 29, 2025.

    • Citation K0918. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 5, 2025.

    • Citation K0321. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 29, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for K0321 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation K0345. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 29, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for K0345 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation K0346. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 29, 2025.

    • Citation K0911. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 29, 2025.

    • Citation K0912. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 29, 2025.

    • Citation K0100. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Meet other general requirements.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 29, 2025.

    See this home on CMS Care Compare

  20. Fine

    May 22, 2025 (1 year ago)

    CMS fine of $13,987 on May 22, 2025.

    See this home on CMS Care Compare

  21. CMS update of July 31, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Changed ownership in the last 12 months

      CMS no longer shows a change of ownership in the past 12 months.

  22. 1 citation

    Health inspection on May 30, 2024

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.

    116 of 656 Pennsylvania homes (18%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2024.

    • Citation F0689. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2024.

    See this home on CMS Care Compare

  23. 9 citations

    Health inspection on April 19, 2024

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation F0561. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 27, 2024.

    • Citation F0584. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 27, 2024.

    • Citation F0606. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 27, 2024.

    • Citation F0684. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 27, 2024.

    • Citation F0692. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 27, 2024.

    • Citation F0558. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 27, 2024.

    • Citation F0657. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 27, 2024.

    • Citation F0773. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 27, 2024.

    • Citation F0842. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 27, 2024.

    See this home on CMS Care Compare

  24. 8 citations

    Fire safety inspection on April 19, 2024

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation K0321. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 8, 2024.

    • Citation K0353. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 8, 2024.

    • Citation K0362. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 8, 2024.

    • Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 8, 2024.

    • Citation K0920. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 8, 2024.

    • Citation E0004. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 8, 2024.

    • Citation K0345. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 8, 2024.

    • Citation K0918. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 8, 2024.

    See this home on CMS Care Compare

  25. Fine

    April 19, 2024 (2 years ago)

    CMS fine of $8,018 on April 19, 2024.

    See this home on CMS Care Compare

  26. CMS update of February 29, 2024

    • Name

      CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.

  27. CMS update of January 31, 2024

    • Name

      CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.

  28. CMS update of December 21, 2023

    • Changed ownership in the last 12 months

      CMS records show a change of ownership in the past 12 months.

    • Name

      CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.

    • Ownership

      CMS ownership records list new owners for this home.

Owners and managers

CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.

Questions

When was Emerald Nursing and Rehabilitation last inspected?

CMS lists May 1, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.

How many citations (violations) does Emerald Nursing and Rehabilitation have?

CMS lists 40 health citations since April 19, 2024. CMS also calls these deficiencies.

Has Emerald Nursing and Rehabilitation been fined?

CMS lists 4 fines in the past three years, $144,615 in total.

What is the CMS star rating of Emerald Nursing and Rehabilitation?

Its CMS overall star rating is 2 of 5.

Is Emerald Nursing and Rehabilitation a Special Focus Facility?

No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.

Other nursing homes in Elizabethtown