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Mid-Valley Health Care Center

81 Sturges Road, Peckville, PA 18452 · Lackawanna County

Mid-Valley Health Care Center offers skilled nursing, long-term care, and respite care in Peckville, PA — a modern facility minutes from Scranton.

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Good

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.

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Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 95% full (36 of 38 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

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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

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A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Peckville

Mid-Valley Health Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Peckville, PA, with 38 certified beds and an average of about 36 residents per day. It operates as part of the Saber Healthcare Group network.

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, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.49 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.03 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 28.1%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $77,272 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.49 hrs/resident/day)
•$77,272 in federal fines

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Peckville, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 38
Avg. residents/day: 36
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Saber Healthcare Group
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 395644

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

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$10,770–$13,660/mo (median $11,880)	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

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.49; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 1.03; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 28.1%; 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): 5
Federal fines: 2 ($77,272)
Total penalties: 2
Last standard survey: 2025-08-28
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Both

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (18 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-08-28Severity E — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.

2025-08-28Severity E — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.

2025-08-28Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.

2025-08-28Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

2025-08-28Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

2024-10-18Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

2024-10-18Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2024-10-18Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

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
2024-10-18	Fine	$62,790
2023-11-09	Fine	$14,482

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Library
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

81 Sturges Road, Peckville, 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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4.4

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Common questions about Mid-Valley Health Care Center

How much does Mid-Valley Health Care Center cost?

Mid-Valley Health Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Peckville, 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 Mid-Valley Health Care Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Mid-Valley Health Care Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Mid-Valley Health Care Center?

Staff provide about 3.49 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 28.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Mid-Valley Health Care Center?

Mid-Valley Health Care Center has 18 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-28). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Mid-Valley Health Care Center have availability?

Typically 95% full (36 of 38 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Mid-Valley Health Care Center offer?

Mid-Valley Health Care Center in Peckville, PA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 38 beds.

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