Saint Mary's Villa Nursing Hom
516 St. Mary's Villa Road · Moscow, PA · 18444 · 5708427621
112 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Covenant Health Part of a CCRC
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.18 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.78 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.57 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 41% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (18 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2025
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Corrected October 24, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2025
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected October 24, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected October 24, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2025
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected October 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected October 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 12, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected October 24, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D November 15, 2024
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected January 6, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 15, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected January 6, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D November 15, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 6, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2024 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected August 27, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E November 30, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 30, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 30, 2023
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected January 30, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 30, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 19, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 30, 2023
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected January 30, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 30, 2023
Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
Corrected January 30, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 30, 2023
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected January 30, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E November 30, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 30, 2024 · Infection Control
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No harm found · B November 30, 2023
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected January 30, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 395104 · certified since January 1, 1977. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.