Barnes-Kasson County Hospital

2872 Turnpike Street, Susquehanna PA, 18847

Resident Review Score
3.3
|
Below Average
Starting price

$8,060

For this area
$$$
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Barnes-Kasson County Hospital is a nursing home in Susquehanna, PA, with 58 certified beds. In addition to being a nursing home, this facility provides assisted living care and has an independent living option. Please note that this nursing facility is located in a hospital. This facility may offer respite stays. If this is something you need, you will need to find out if there are any additional restrictions on this option. Barnes-Kasson County Hospital offers multiple therapy services to its residents, including occupational and physical therapists (in-house). In addition, access to a speech therapist is provided. Barnes-Kasson County Hospital offers vision and dental care to its residents.

Costs at this community start at $8,060 and range up to $8,249 per month. The average price in the community is $8,155, which is higher than the average cost of $5,053 for nursing home care in the area. The cost of nursing home care in this area is less than the state average. If the resident needs added care, additional care may increase the monthly cost. This facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.

When considering a nursing home, it's important to understand how much time nurses spend with each resident and what type of nurse provides care. The total time nurses spend with residents in this community is 4.3 hours daily per resident. This time is made up of 1.4 hours with licensed nurses (0.8 by an RN and 0.6 by an LPN) and 2.9 hours with non-licensed nurse aides.

The facility provides and emergency call system to ensure the safety of all residents. Special diet meals are not always available. This community provides no or low-sodium meals. Residents need to have a scheduled, structured activity every day. See our amenity list below for more information.

There are four hospitals within 25 miles of Barnes-Kasson County Hospital. The two closest hospitals are Barnes-Kasson County Hospital, which is 0.0 miles away, and Endless Mountains Health Systems, which is 14.7 miles away.

This nursing home has an overall rating of 1, which means that it is in the bottom 20% of all facilities reviewed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. The ratings for quality are poor (rating of 1) and the staff ratings are average, with a rating of 4.

Some of the key amenities available at Barnes-Kasson County Hospital are:

  • Activity Center
  • Parking
  • Pet Friendly

For personalized guidance, current availability, and help scheduling a tour, call our senior living advisors at1 (844) 240-4458 or reach the community directly at(570) 853-3135

Pricing for Barnes-Kasson County Hospital

$5,053Avg. Local Starting Price
Barnes-Kasson County Hospital$8,060

Starting price

  • Within 25 Miles$7,160
  • In Wilkes Barre-Scranton$5,053
  • In PA$5,742

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Resident Review Score
3.3
|
Below Average
#1 in Susquehanna, PA
Aggregated reviews in this score
Most Loved1
Loved0
Good0
Average0
Below Average5

Reviews

Residents and their families say:

This community has received praise for its excellent and quick emergency care, accessible services, and its friendly and intelligent staff. Many have highlighted the hospital's comprehensive approach, which includes specialists, clinics, and even a dental unit onsite, catering to a wide range of healthcare needs. Patients appreciate the minimal wait times in the ER, the thoroughness of care received, particularly in emergency situations, and the welcoming attitude of the staff across various departments. Furthermore, the hospital's policy of accepting Medicaid and most commercial insurance products has been favorably noted, making it a convenient option for a large segment of the community.
While the hospital's facade and decor have been described as outdated by some, this seems to be a minor concern when weighed against the positive experiences shared by patients. The quality of medical care, including surgeries such as hydascane and gallbladder operations, has been commendable, with staff members going out of their way to ensure patients feel comfortable and well-cared for during their stay. The fact that this hospital serves as the closest healthcare facility for some patients underscores its importance in the community, further enhanced by the personal milestones celebrated there, such as the birth of children.
Critically, though there are areas for aesthetic improvement, the consensus among patients is that the essential aspects of healthcare provision—namely, the quality of medical care and the professionalism of the staff—meet and often exceed expectations. The hospital's ability to provide a comprehensive range of services in a friendly and efficient environment makes it a valued healthcare provider in the community.

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ANNUAL DATA

Barnes-Kasson County Hospital

Availability

Each community has a certified number of beds that are available.

certified beds

58
121.6

Local Avg

Ratings

User ratings are a trustworthy source of information about a community.

overall

1
2.2

Local Avg

health inspection

2
2.1

Local Avg

quality

1
3.5

Local Avg

staff

4
2.2

Local Avg

Incidents

Incidents within a community must be reported and documented.

facility reported

0
0.1

Local Avg

infection control citations

0
1.6

Local Avg

fines

3
1.7

Local Avg

amount of fines

$165,625
$44,424

Local Avg

Staff Hours (per resident per day)

licensed staff hours

1
1.5

Local Avg

total nurse hours

4
3.5

Local Avg

weekend nurse hours

4
3.2

Local Avg

weekend rn hours

1
0.4

Local Avg

Staff Turnover (per year)

nursing staff

44
48

Local Avg

registered nurses

50
47.1

Local Avg

administrators who left

0
0.7

Local Avg

Facility Details

  • Legal name

    BARNES-KASSON COUNTY HOSPITAL

  • Ownership type

    Non profit - Corporation

  • Federal Provider Number

    395285

  • Provider SSA county code

    700

  • Certification

    Medicare and Medicaid

  • Medicaid start date

    October 02, 1970

  • Type of council

    Resident

  • Ownership change in last 12 months

    No

  • Health inspection in last 2 years

    No

  • Located in hospital

    Yes

  • Continuing Care Retirement Community

    No

Amenities

Barnes-Kasson County Hospital

Activity Center
Parking
Pet Friendly

Complaints

0 Penalties Imposed

0 Health Complaint Deficienceis

$0 In Fines Imposed

0 Payment Denials

0 Total Complaints Reported

0 Total Fines Imposed

0 Total Incidents Reported

13 Health Standard Deficiencies

13 Total Deficiencies Reported

Occupancy

54 Current Occupants

58 Total Units

Activities & Fitness

Activity Center

Arts & Crafts

Clubs & Communities

Health And Wellness Programs

Services

Beauty Salon & Barber Shop

Maintenance

Care

Cardiac Care

Cardiopulmonary

Dental Care

Diabetic

Hospice

Nurses

Occupational Therapy

Offers Resident/family Counciling

Podiatry Services

Skilled Nursing

Speech Therapy

Vision Care

Additional Features

Certified By Medicare And Medicaid

Medicare Participant Since 10/02/1970

Pet Friendly

Safety

Emergency Call System

Dining & Nutrition

Gluten / Allergen Free

Healthy Snacks

Kosher Available

Low Sodium

Meals Provided

Vegetarian Available

Accommodations

Library & Computer Lounge

Outdoor Areas

Parking

Telephones

Washer & Dryer In Unit

Hospitals

Barnes-Kasson County Hospital

2872 Turnpike Street

Distance: 0.2 miles

Montrose General Hospital

25 Grow Avenue

Distance: 16.4 miles

Uhs Binghamton General Hospital

10 42 Mitchell Avenue

Distance: 19.1 miles

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6925 Maple Street, Brooklyn

Distance: 17.4 miles

Blessed Hope

225 Bevier Street, Binghamton

Distance: 18.8 miles

Smith Jr Russell E

90 Howard Avenue, Binghamton

Distance: 18.8 miles

Resident Review Score
5.8
|
Good
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