Embassy of Wyoming Valley
50 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Wilkes Barre, PA 18701
Embassy of Wyoming Valley is a nursing home in Wilkes Barre, 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
- CMS overall star rating2 of 5
- Last standard health inspectionJanuary 30, 2026 (9 months ago)
- Health citations since April 26, 202452 (Pennsylvania average 31)
- Fines in the past three years2, $20,652 in total
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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.
CMS update of October 8, 2026
Fine
CMS changed the fine from July 8, 2025 from $9,110 to $9,266.
Health inspection on August 11, 2026
1 citationCMS 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 September 4, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0812 3 times since 2024.
CMS update of July 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of June 24, 2026
Fine
CMS changed the fine from July 8, 2025 from $14,015 to $9,110.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from December 3, 2025 from $11,190 to $11,386.
Health inspection on June 23, 2026
3 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 31, 2026.
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 31, 2026.
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 July 31, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0842 2 times since 2026.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
Fine
CMS changed the fine from December 3, 2025 from $17,215 to $11,190.
Health inspection on March 12, 2026
2 citationsCMS 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 April 9, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0584 5 times since 2024.
Citation F0867. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 9, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0867 2 times since 2026.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS abuse icon
CMS added its abuse icon to this home.
Health inspection on January 30, 2026
19 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0802. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 12, 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 March 12, 2026.
Citation F0880. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 12, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0880 2 times since 2025.
Citation F0558. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 12, 2026.
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 April 9, 2026.
Citation F0585. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 12, 2026.
Citation F0679. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 12, 2026.
Citation F0680. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 12, 2026.
Citation F0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 12, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0761 3 times since 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 12, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0804 2 times since 2025.
Citation F0842. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 March 12, 2026.
Citation F0867. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 9, 2026.
Citation F0552. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 12, 2026.
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 12, 2026.
Citation F0637. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
CMS lists it as corrected on March 12, 2026.
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 12, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0689 2 times since 2024.
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 March 12, 2026.
Citation F0810. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 12, 2026.
Citation F0848. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide a neutral and fair arbitration process and agree to arbitrator and venue.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 12, 2026.
Fire safety inspection on January 30, 2026
9 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation E0006. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 23, 2026.
Citation E0026. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 23, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for E0026 2 times since 2025.
Citation E0039. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 23, 2026.
Citation K0161. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Use approved construction type or materials.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 23, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0161 2 times since 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 February 23, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0353 2 times since 2025.
Citation K0541. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 23, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0541 3 times since 2024.
Citation K0712. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 23, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0712 3 times since 2024.
Citation K0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 23, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0761 2 times since 2025.
Citation K0918. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 23, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0918 2 times since 2025.
CMS update of December 15, 2025
CMS abuse icon
CMS removed its abuse icon from this home.
Health inspection on December 3, 2025
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
CMS fine of $11,386 on December 3, 2025.
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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 December 4, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0600 3 times since 2024.
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 staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 1 of 5.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Changed ownership in the last 12 months
CMS no longer shows a change of ownership in the past 12 months.
Health inspection on July 8, 2025
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
124 of 656 Pennsylvania homes (19%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2025.
CMS fine of $9,266 on July 8, 2025.
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Citation F0600. Severity G: actual 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 June 30, 2025.
CMS update of June 25, 2025
Health citation
CMS removed citation F0623 from the health inspection on March 14, 2025.
Health citation
CMS removed citation F0625 from the health inspection on March 14, 2025.
CMS update of May 28, 2025
Name
CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.
Ownership
CMS lists this home under a new chain.
Ownership
CMS ownership records list new owners for this home.
CMS update of April 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
Changed ownership in the last 12 months
CMS records show a change of ownership in the past 12 months.
Health inspection on March 14, 2025
12 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation F0801. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
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 April 15, 2025.
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 April 15, 2025.
Citation F0604. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 15, 2025.
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 April 15, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0684 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0694. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 15, 2025.
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 April 15, 2025.
Citation F0698. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 15, 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 April 15, 2025.
Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 15, 2025.
Citation F0836. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 15, 2025.
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 April 15, 2025.
Citation F0625. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.
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 April 15, 2025.
Fire safety inspection on March 14, 2025
17 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than 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 24, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0345 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0225. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 24, 2025.
Citation K0291. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 24, 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 May 24, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0321 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0324. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 24, 2025.
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 24, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0363 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0521. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 24, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0521 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0541. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 24, 2025.
Citation K0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 24, 2025.
Citation K0914. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 24, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0914 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0918. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 24, 2025.
Citation K0919. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 24, 2025.
Citation E0024. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 24, 2025.
Citation E0026. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 24, 2025.
Citation E0032. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide primary/alternate means for communication.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 24, 2025.
Citation K0353. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 24, 2025.
Citation K0712. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 24, 2025.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS abuse icon
CMS added its abuse icon to this home.
Health inspection on January 30, 2025
2 citationsCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0803. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 14, 2025.
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 14, 2025.
CMS update of October 30, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Health inspection on October 1, 2024
1 citationCMS 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.
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Citation F0600. Severity G: actual 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 October 16, 2024.
Health inspection on August 14, 2024
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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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 September 3, 2024.
CMS update of July 31, 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 3 of 5 to 4 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
Name
CMS lists a new name for this home. It was GARDENS AT WYOMING VALLEY, THE.
Health inspection on June 27, 2024
1 citationCMS 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 August 14, 2024.
Health inspection on April 26, 2024
8 citationsCMS lists this as a standard 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 June 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 August 14, 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 June 27, 2024.
Citation F0806. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 27, 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 June 27, 2024.
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 June 27, 2024.
Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 27, 2024.
Citation F0776. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 27, 2024.
Fire safety inspection on April 26, 2024
10 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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Citation K0161. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Use approved construction type or materials.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 21, 2024.
Citation K0311. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 21, 2024.
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 21, 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 21, 2024.
Citation K0372. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 21, 2024.
Citation K0541. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 21, 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 21, 2024.
Citation K0521. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 21, 2024.
Citation K0712. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 21, 2024.
Citation K0914. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 21, 2024.
CMS update of April 25, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of March 28, 2024
Ownership
CMS lists this home under a new chain.
CMS update of February 29, 2024
Ownership
CMS lists this home under a new chain.
CMS update of January 31, 2024
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.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS star ratings
- 2 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 1 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 3 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 5 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (570) 825-3488
- Last standard health inspection
- January 30, 2026 (9 months ago)
- Certified beds
- 120
- Residents per day, on average
- 88.4
- Ownership type
- For profit - Corporation
- Legal business name
- Embassy of Wyoming Valley, LLC
- Chain
- Embassy Healthcare
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
More health citations than the Pennsylvania average (52 vs 31).
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- AARON HANDLER REVOCABLE TRUST5% or greater indirect ownership interest · 50% · since 06/01/2024
- DAVIES, JASONOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 06/01/2024
- HANDLER, AARONOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 06/01/2024
- REPCHICK, GEORGEOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 06/01/2024
Questions
When was Embassy of Wyoming Valley last inspected?
CMS lists January 30, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Embassy of Wyoming Valley have?
CMS lists 52 health citations since April 26, 2024. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Embassy of Wyoming Valley been fined?
CMS lists 2 fines in the past three years, $20,652 in total.
What is the CMS star rating of Embassy of Wyoming Valley?
Its CMS overall star rating is 2 of 5.
Is Embassy of Wyoming Valley a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.