QUALITY LIFE SERVICES - MARKLEYSBURG
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
Quality Life Services in Markleysburg, Pennsylvania, has a Trust Grade of D, indicating below-average performance with some concerning issues. It ranks #480 out of 653 facilities in the state, placing it in the bottom half, and is the lowest-ranked facility in Fayette County. The facility is on an improving trend, having reduced its number of issues from 9 to 7 over the past year. Staffing is average with a rating of 3 out of 5 stars and a turnover rate of 51%, which is in line with state averages. However, the facility has received $17,340 in fines, which is higher than 80% of Pennsylvania facilities, suggesting ongoing compliance problems. Specific incidents include a resident developing serious pressure ulcers due to inadequate care and another resident suffering a second-degree burn from hot soup that was not properly managed, indicating a failure to maintain a safe environment. Additionally, there were concerns about proper monitoring of resident behaviors, particularly regarding inappropriate actions towards another resident. While there are some strengths, such as average staffing and an improvement trend, these significant weaknesses raise concerns for families considering this nursing home.
- Trust Score
- D
- In Pennsylvania
- #480/653
- Safety Record
- Moderate
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 51% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ⚠ Watch
- $17,340 in fines. Higher than 78% of Pennsylvania facilities, suggesting repeated compliance issues.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 48 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for Pennsylvania. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 20 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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4-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Below Pennsylvania average (3.0)
Below average - review inspection findings carefully
Near Pennsylvania avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
Below median ($33,413)
Minor penalties assessed
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 20 deficiencies on record
Jul 2025
7 deficiencies
2 Harm
SERIOUS
(G)
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Number of residents sampled:
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SERIOUS
(G)
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of facility policy, clinical records, and facility incidents, it was determined that the facility failed to ensu...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0740
(Tag F0740)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0912
(Tag F0912)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to provide the required 80 square feet of space per resident for 16 of 2...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0947
(Tag F0947)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
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Based on review of staff education records and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to conduct at least 12 hours of in-se...
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Sept 2024
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on a review of facility policy, clinical records, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to appr...
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Jul 2024
8 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0740
(Tag F0740)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of facility documents, clinical records, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to prov...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of facility policy, clinical records, and staff interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to notify...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of facility policies and documents, clinical record review, and staff interview, it was determined that the faci...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0943
(Tag F0943)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on review of facility policy and documents, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to provide training on the prevention of abuse, neglect, and misappropriation for four...
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MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Deficiency F0941
(Tag F0941)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
Based on review of facility policy and documents, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to provide training on effective communication for four of ten staff members (Employee...
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MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Deficiency F0942
(Tag F0942)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
Based on review of facility policy and documents, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to provide training on residents rights for two of ten staff members (Employees E2 and...
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MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Deficiency F0944
(Tag F0944)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
Based on review of facility policy and documents, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to provide training on Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) for six of...
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MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Deficiency F0946
(Tag F0946)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
Based on review of facility policy and documents, and staff interview, it was determined that the facility failed to provide training on Compliance and Ethics for six of ten staff members (Employees E...
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Sept 2023
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on review of facility policy, resident records, observation, and staff interview it was determined that the facility failed to uphold the privacy and dignity of one of five residents utilizing c...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0698
(Tag F0698)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of clinical records and staff interviews, it was determined that facility staff failed to maintain ongoing commu...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0912
(Tag F0912)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to provide the required 80 square feet of space per resident for 16 of 2...
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Dec 2022
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0885
(Tag F0885)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on review of facility policy, COVID-19 line listing of positive residents, clinical record, and staff interview it was det...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Licensed and certified facility. Meets minimum state requirements.
- • 20 deficiencies on record, including 2 serious (caused harm) violations. Ask about corrective actions taken.
- • $17,340 in fines. Above average for Pennsylvania. Some compliance problems on record.
- • Grade D (43/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
About This Facility
What is Quality Life Services - Markleysburg's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns QUALITY LIFE SERVICES - MARKLEYSBURG an overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which is considered below average nationally. Within Pennsylvania, this rating places the facility higher than 0% of the state's 100 nursing homes. A rating at this level reflects concerns identified through health inspections, staffing assessments, or quality measures that families should carefully consider.
How is Quality Life Services - Markleysburg Staffed?
CMS rates QUALITY LIFE SERVICES - MARKLEYSBURG's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 51%, compared to the Pennsylvania average of 46%. RN turnover specifically is 62%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.
What Have Inspectors Found at Quality Life Services - Markleysburg?
State health inspectors documented 20 deficiencies at QUALITY LIFE SERVICES - MARKLEYSBURG during 2022 to 2025. These included: 2 that caused actual resident harm, 14 with potential for harm, and 4 minor or isolated issues. Deficiencies causing actual harm indicate documented cases where residents experienced negative health consequences.
Who Owns and Operates Quality Life Services - Markleysburg?
QUALITY LIFE SERVICES - MARKLEYSBURG is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by QUALITY LIFE SERVICES, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 60 certified beds and approximately 56 residents (about 93% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in MARKLEYSBURG, Pennsylvania.
How Does Quality Life Services - Markleysburg Compare to Other Pennsylvania Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Pennsylvania, QUALITY LIFE SERVICES - MARKLEYSBURG's overall rating (2 stars) is below the state average of 3.0, staff turnover (51%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (2 stars) is below the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Quality Life Services - Markleysburg?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Quality Life Services - Markleysburg Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, QUALITY LIFE SERVICES - MARKLEYSBURG has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 2-star overall rating and ranks #100 of 100 nursing homes in Pennsylvania. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Quality Life Services - Markleysburg Stick Around?
QUALITY LIFE SERVICES - MARKLEYSBURG has a staff turnover rate of 51%, which is about average for Pennsylvania nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Quality Life Services - Markleysburg Ever Fined?
QUALITY LIFE SERVICES - MARKLEYSBURG has been fined $17,340 across 2 penalty actions. This is below the Pennsylvania average of $33,252. While any fine indicates a compliance issue, fines under $50,000 are relatively common and typically reflect isolated problems that were subsequently corrected. Families should ask what specific issues led to these fines and confirm they've been resolved.
Is Quality Life Services - Markleysburg on Any Federal Watch List?
QUALITY LIFE SERVICES - MARKLEYSBURG is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.