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Highlands Rehabilitation and Healthcare

918 Main Street, Laporte, PA 18626

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Highlands Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a nursing home in Laporte, 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.

At a glance

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.

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CMS flags

CMS does not list this home as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate. CMS does not show an abuse icon for it. CMS lists no change of ownership in the past 12 months.

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 April 29, 2026

    • Star rating

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

    • Star rating

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

  2. Health inspection on February 5, 2026

    12 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation F0582. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 18, 2026.

    • 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 March 18, 2026.

    • 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 March 18, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0812 3 times since 2023.

    • Citation F0578. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 18, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0578 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 March 18, 2026.

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

    • 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 March 18, 2026.

    • 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 March 18, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0641 2 times since 2025.

    • Citation F0644. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 18, 2026.

    • 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 March 18, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0657 2 times since 2025.

    • Citation F0697. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 18, 2026.

    • Citation F0740. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 18, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0740 2 times since 2023.

    • Citation F0791. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 18, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0791 2 times since 2025.

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  3. CMS update of November 20, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

    • Star rating

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

    • Health citation

      CMS removed citation F0600 from the health inspection on December 10, 2024.

  4. CMS update of May 28, 2025

    • Changed ownership in the last 12 months

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

  5. CMS update of February 26, 2025

    • Star rating

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

  6. Health inspection on January 16, 2025

    11 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation F0688. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 25, 2025.

    • Citation F0625. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 25, 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 February 25, 2025.

    • 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 February 25, 2025.

    • Citation F0676. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 25, 2025.

    • Citation F0695. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 25, 2025.

    • Citation F0744. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 25, 2025.

    • Citation F0791. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 25, 2025.

    • Citation F0883. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 25, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0883 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0887. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 25, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0887 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0623. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 25, 2025.

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  7. Health inspection on December 10, 2024

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 3, 2025.

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  8. CMS update of October 30, 2024

    • Star rating

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

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Star rating

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

  9. Health inspection on October 19, 2024

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • 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 November 13, 2024.

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  10. CMS update of August 29, 2024

    • 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 lists this home under a new chain.

  11. CMS update of July 31, 2024

    • Star rating

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

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 4 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

    • Name

      CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.

  12. July 11, 2024

    Payment stopped

    CMS stopped payment for new admissions from July 11, 2024, for 4 days.

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  13. CMS update of May 29, 2024

    • Name

      CMS lists a new name for this home. It was HIGHLANDS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER.

  14. Health inspection on April 24, 2024

    3 citations

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 14, 2024.

      CMS has cited this home for F0880 2 times since 2024.

    • 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 May 14, 2024.

      CMS has cited this home for F0607 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal 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 May 14, 2024.

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  15. Health inspection on February 9, 2024

    16 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.

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    • 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 March 19, 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 March 19, 2024.

    • Citation F0804. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 19, 2024.

    • Citation F0883. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 19, 2024.

    • Citation F0578. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 19, 2024.

    • 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 March 19, 2024.

    • Citation F0660. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 19, 2024.

    • 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 March 19, 2024.

    • 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 March 19, 2024.

    • Citation F0690. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      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 March 19, 2024.

    • Citation F0699. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 19, 2024.

    • Citation F0757. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 19, 2024.

    • Citation F0801. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 19, 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 March 19, 2024.

    • Citation F0887. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 19, 2024.

    • Citation F0814. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 19, 2024.

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  16. Fire safety inspection on February 9, 2024

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation E0039. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 26, 2024.

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  17. Health inspection on December 27, 2023

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • Citation F0740. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 16, 2024.

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  18. Health inspection on December 9, 2023

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • 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 January 9, 2024.

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CMS star ratings

Facts from CMS

Phone
(570) 946-7700
Last standard health inspection
February 5, 2026 (9 months ago)
Certified beds
120
Residents per day, on average
106
Ownership type
For profit - Corporation
Legal business name
Highlands Rehabilitation and Healthcare LLC
Chain
Century Healthcare
Takes part in
Medicare and Medicaid

More health citations than the Pennsylvania average (46 vs 31).

Owners and managers

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

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  • POTTS, ABIGAILOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 04/23/2024
  • ROSCOE, BRANDONOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 06/01/2024

Questions

When was Highlands Rehabilitation and Healthcare last inspected?

CMS lists February 5, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.

How many citations (violations) does Highlands Rehabilitation and Healthcare have?

CMS lists 46 health citations since December 9, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.

Has Highlands Rehabilitation and Healthcare been fined?

CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.

What is the CMS star rating of Highlands Rehabilitation and Healthcare?

Its CMS overall star rating is 2 of 5.

Is Highlands Rehabilitation and Healthcare a Special Focus Facility?

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