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HomePennsylvaniaGino J Merli Veterans Center

Gino J Merli Veterans Center

401 Penn Avenue, Scranton, PA 185035709614300WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.7on Google(30 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
196
certified

How Gino J Merli Veterans Center Compares in Pennsylvania

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Pennsylvania. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
5/5
PA average
3.0/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
PA average
2.8/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
5/5
PA average
3.0/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
5.40 hrs/day
PA average
3.89 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
1.05 hrs/day
PA average
0.79 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
30.1%
PA average
44.5%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the Pennsylvania average of 3.0/5.
Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the Pennsylvania average of 2.8/5.
Reported nursing time is 5.40 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.89.
Reported RN time is 1.05 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.79.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected Jun 6, 2025
Most recent cycle
3
deficiency citations
Inspected Apr 10, 2026
The most recent cycle recorded 1 more deficiency citation than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$10,981/mo
Pennsylvania median
Private Room
$11,932/mo
Pennsylvania median
Lackawanna County 65+
43,161
20.0% of county
County Population
215,672
Lackawanna County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.

Gino J Merli Veterans Center is a 5-star Medicaid certified nursing home in Scranton, Pennsylvania with 196 certified beds. It has been operating since 2009. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
196
Avg Residents/Day
182.4
Ownership
Government - State
Provider Type
Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jan 1, 2009
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Both
County
Lackawanna
Last Inspection
Apr 10, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3
Weighted Score
16.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (6)

F0607Potential for Harm

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Survey: Apr 10, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Apr 10, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0692Potential for Harm

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Survey: Apr 10, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0757Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Survey: Jun 6, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Actual Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: May 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Aug 16, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide3.05 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN1.29 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.05 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing5.40 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total4.44 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.03 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
30.1%
RN Turnover
19.4%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Government - State
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (1)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
Ownership Data Not AvailableN/AN/A

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Gino J Merli Veterans Center and nearby alternatives.

All Pennsylvania facilities
Gino J Merli Veterans Center
Scranton, PACurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Embassy of Scranton
Scranton, PA2,640 ft
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $33,670
Elan Skilled Nursing and Rehab, a Jewish Senior LI
Scranton, PA3,696 ft
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $19,105
Linwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Scranton, PA1.4 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $113,348
Green Ridge Care Center
Scranton, PA1.9 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $8,018
Dunmore Health Care Center
Dunmore, PA1.9 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $12,048
Marywood Heights
Scranton, PA2.2 miAbuse flag
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $32,646
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Gino J Merli Veterans Center
Scranton, PA · Current facility
—5/54/55/5None recorded
Embassy of Scranton
Scranton, PA
2,640 ft1/51/53/5$33,670
Elan Skilled Nursing and Rehab, a Jewish Senior LI
Scranton, PA
3,696 ft2/52/54/5$19,105
Linwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Scranton, PA
1.4 mi1/52/51/5$113,348
Green Ridge Care Center
Scranton, PA
1.9 mi4/54/53/5$8,018
Dunmore Health Care Center
Dunmore, PA
1.9 mi3/53/52/5$12,048
Marywood Heights
Scranton, PA
2.2 mi2/52/54/5$32,646

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Gino J Merli Veterans Center?▾
Gino J Merli Veterans Center has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Gino J Merli Veterans Center cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Pennsylvania is $10,981/month for a semi-private room and $11,932/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Gino J Merli Veterans Center participates in Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Gino J Merli Veterans Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Gino J Merli Veterans Center had 3 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Apr 10, 2026). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Gino J Merli Veterans Center?▾
Gino J Merli Veterans Center provides 5.40 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.05 RN hours, 1.29 LPN hours, and 3.05 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 30.1%.
How many beds does Gino J Merli Veterans Center have?▾
Gino J Merli Veterans Center has 196 certified beds with an average of 182.4 residents per day, resulting in approximately 93% occupancy. The facility is Government - State owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Gino J Merli Veterans Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Pennsylvania, including 5 in Scranton. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Gino J Merli Veterans Center?▾
On Google Maps, Gino J Merli Veterans Center has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 based on 30 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.