LAUREL RIDGE CENTER (UNIONTOWN, PA) has an overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, with 1-star health inspection and quality ratings and 2-star staffing. Reported nurse staffing is 3.29 hours per resident per day, below the federal benchmark of 4.1, and the facility had $22,640 in fines in the last 24 months plus a recent federal penalty.
Last inspection: July 9, 2026Penalties, last 24 months: $22,640recent federal penalty
Federal guidance recommends at least 4.1 nursing hours per resident each day. This facility reports 3.2938.
Staffing detail
Registered nurses
0.80
Licensed practical nurses
0.76
Nurse aides
1.73
Weekend nursing
2.95
Hours per resident per day.
Total staff turnover: 55%
Registered nurse turnover: 57%
Resident outcomes
Each measure compares a year ago with the most recent quarter. Green means the facility moved the right way; red means the wrong way.
Negative outcomes
Lower is better — fewer affected residents. A decrease is good (green); an increase is concerning (red).
Last yrNowTrend
Long-stay residents on antipsychotic medication
28.1%16.7%Improving
Residents with a fall causing major injury
2.3%2.6%No change
Residents with pressure ulcers (bedsores)
14.3%6.4%Improving
Residents with a urinary tract infection
2.3%2.8%No change
Residents who lost too much weight
13.9%6.9%Improving
Residents who were physically restrained
0%0%No change
Residents needing more help with daily activities
40.6%3.6%Improving
Residents whose ability to walk got worse
—20.2%—
Long-stay residents on antianxiety or sleep medication
24.3%32.3%Worsening
Short-stay residents newly given an antipsychotic
0%1.7%Worsening
Residents with a long-term catheter
1.6%0%Improving
Residents with new or worsening incontinence
10.4%21.1%Worsening
Residents with depressive symptoms
3.1%32.3%Worsening
Positive outcomes
Higher is better — e.g. vaccinations. An increase is good (green); a decrease is concerning (red).
Last yrNowTrend
Long-stay residents given the seasonal flu vaccine
—95.9%—
Long-stay residents given the pneumonia vaccine
100%100%No change
Short-stay residents given the seasonal flu vaccine
—93.4%—
Short-stay residents given the pneumonia vaccine
93.1%85.6%Worsening
What the inspectors found
The home failed to provide pharmacy services and a licensed pharmacist needed to meet each resident’s medication needs. Cited July 2026 — limited pattern, immediate jeopardy to residents.
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F-Tag 755 — 42 CFR §483.45 — S/S: K
The nursing home failed to keep the area free of hazards and provide enough supervision to prevent accidents. Cited August 2025 — isolated incident, immediate jeopardy to residents.
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F-Tag 689 — 42 CFR §483.25(d) — S/S: J
The home failed to arrange hospice services or help the resident transfer to a place that would provide hospice care. Cited August 2023 — widespread issue, potential for harm.
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F-Tag 849 — 42 CFR §483.70 — S/S: F
The home failed to promptly tell the resident, doctor, and family about changes or problems affecting the resident. Cited July 2026 — limited pattern, potential for harm.
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F-Tag 580 — 42 CFR §483.10(g)(14) — S/S: E
The home failed to ensure nurses and nurse aides had the needed skills to care for each resident and support their well-being. Cited July 2026 — limited pattern, potential for harm.
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F-Tag 726 — 42 CFR §483.35 — S/S: E
Recent history
STAFFING
Reported nurse staffing was below the federal recommendation of 4.1 hours per resident per day.
INSPECTION
Health inspection found 4 health deficiencies.
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PENALTY
A federal fine of $22,640 was recorded.
STAFFING
Reported nurse staffing was below the federal recommendation of 4.1 hours per resident per day.
INSPECTION
Health inspection found 1 health deficiency.
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STAFFING
Reported nurse staffing was below the federal recommendation of 4.1 hours per resident per day.
INSPECTION
Health inspection found 1 health deficiency.
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INSPECTION
Health inspection found 6 health deficiencies.
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INSPECTION
Health inspection found 2 health deficiencies.
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Penalties & enforcement
On record with Medicare: 1 fine · $22,640 in total fines.
Federal fine
May 25, 2026
$22,640
Operator & ownership
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Chain
Part of GENESIS HEALTHCARE · 184 homes · 2.3 stars avg
Occupancy
49.2 residents on an average day (81% of 61 beds)
Resident voice
Resident & family councils
Medicare history
Certified for 58 years
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Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services — public records, updated monthly. GoodStanding presents official records with plain-language summaries. Always visit a facility in person.