SeniorCareRanked
Pennsylvania/LEHIGHTON
58
Fair

Mahoning Operating LLC

397 HEMLOCK DRIVE, LEHIGHTON, PA 18235
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

Mahoning Operating LLC is a 142-bed for profit - corporation nursing home located in LEHIGHTON, Pennsylvania. It has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 58 out of 100, indicating average quality. This facility has no recorded fines. 9 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection.

How This Compares

Trust Score58/100 (↑ Better than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating3/5 stars (= Average than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day3.3 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.43 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover0% (↑ Better than avg 40%)
Deficiencies9 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

Red Flags

    CMS Star Ratings

    Overall
    Health Inspection
    Staffing
    Quality Measures

    Staffing

    Total nurse hours/resident/day3.3
    RN hours/resident/day0.43
    Staff turnover0%
    RN turnover0%

    Facility Information

    Beds142
    Avg residents106.1
    OwnershipFor profit - Corporation
    Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
    Deficiencies (last inspection)9
    Resident/Family councilYes

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    What to Look for When Visiting Mahoning Operating LLC

    Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

    Is there an unpleasant smell?

    A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

    Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

    Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

    Count staff vs. residents during your visit

    Mahoning Operating LLC reports 3.3 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

    Ask about staff consistency

    Staff turnover is 0% — below average, which is a positive sign for care continuity. Still ask whether your family member will have consistent caregivers assigned.

    Ask about their most recent inspection

    9 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

    Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.