Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Carbondale, Pennsylvania
1 of 2 nursing homes in Carbondale (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Pennsylvania statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
196
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Carbondale, Pennsylvania, is adequate with two facilities, one of which is recommended. Families should note that while the top-rated Carbondale Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has a B+ rating and five stars, there is one facility to avoid due to its lack of fines.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 CARBONDALE NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER (88) — Carbondale Nursing and Rehabilitation Center boasts an impressive CMS 5-star rating and a Trust Score of 88/100, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With a Grade B+ and no fines reported, this facility provides a reliable and safe environment for its 115 residents, ensuring excellent support and rehabilitation services.
The other 1 Carbondale facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Carbondale Nursing and Rehabilitation Center boasts an impressive CMS 5-star rating and a Trust Score of 88/100, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With a Grade B+ and no fines reported, this facility provides a reliable and safe environment for its 115 residents, ensuring excellent support and rehabilitation services.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Carbondale Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
Questions Carbondale Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Carbondale's city average is 3.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Carbondale facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Carbondale avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Carbondale facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Carbondale, PA are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Carbondale (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Carbondale "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Carbondale?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.