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Best Nursing Homes in Wilkes-Barre, PA (2026)

Compare all 8 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Wilkes-Barre, PA, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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8Nursing Homes in Wilkes-Barre
2.6/5
-0.4 vs state avgState avg: 3.00Wilkes-Barre Avg Rating
$14K$45K vs state avgState avg: $60KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Nursing HomeWilkes-Barre, PA

Heinz Transitional Rehabilitation Unit

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
44 BedsStandard health inspection Sep 2025

Above Pennsylvania avg of 3.0

150 Mundy StreetWilkes-Barre, PA 18702

(570) 830-8995

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Care landscape in Wilkes-Barre

How Wilkes-Barre compares with the rest of Pennsylvania on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+17.6%

    About 18% lower than the state average of 21.4%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover44.6%

    About the same as the state average of 44.5%.

    CMS PBJ 2024

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How many facilities were evaluated in Wilkes-Barre, PA?

This page evaluates 8 eligible nursing homes in Wilkes-Barre, PA and shows the top 8.

How are these rankings calculated?

Facilities are ranked by CMS overall rating first. Ties are broken by fewer penalties, then health inspection rating, then staffing rating.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use the rankings to narrow the field, then review facility profiles, confirm details directly with the provider, and get professional guidance for the care decision.

What do the CMS data and inspection dates mean?

CMS data: August 2026. The inspection date is the latest standard health inspection reported in the CMS survey summary, including inspections with no deficiencies. Complaint and fire safety surveys are separate. A recent CMS release can include an older inspection date. Listings absent from the latest imported CMS provider release remain available on the platform but are excluded from current rankings.

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