Scranton, PA · 51 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
One of Scranton's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $10,770–$13,660/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified
Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
4 East Center Street, Dallas, PA 18612 · Luzerne County
Our nursing homes and income based housing are centered on providing excellent care along with respect and dignity to all residents.
63
GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 90% full (117 of 130 beds occupied on an average day).
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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Dallas
Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Dallas, PA, with 130 certified beds and an average of about 117 residents per day. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.90 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.72 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 30.4%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $52,135 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.90 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •$52,135 in federal fines
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Dallas, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 130
- Avg. residents/day
- 117
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- Yes — multiple care levels
- CMS provider #
- 395587
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $10,770–$13,660/mo (median $11,880) | Local market estimate |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $2,790–$7,440/mo (median $5,850) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Scranton prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.90
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.72
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 30.4%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 8
- Federal fines
- 1 ($52,135)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-07-31
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (22 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-02-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2025-07-31Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2025-07-31Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2025-07-31Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
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.
2025-07-31Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2025-07-31Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
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.
2025-07-31Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-07-31Severity B — minimalResident Rights Deficiencies
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-05-21 | Fine | $52,135 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
4 East Center Street, Dallas, PA
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
How much does Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center cost?
Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Dallas, PA area typically runs $10,770–$13,660 per month (median $11,880, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
Staff provide about 3.90 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 30.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has 22 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-07-31). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center have availability?
Typically 90% full (117 of 130 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center offer?
Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Dallas, PA offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 130 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
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- The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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