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Julia Ribaudo Extended Care Center

1404 GOLF PARK DRIVE, LAKE ARIEL, PA, 18436
(570) 698-5647
www.saberhealth.com/locations/julia-ribaudo-extended-care-center/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=google-my-business&utm_term=SHGPA8
119 licensed beds

CMS rates Julia Ribaudo Extended Care Center 2 out of 5 overall. Federal inspectors issued 62 citations across 11 inspections in the last three years, with no federal fines. Listing last updated 2026-11-06.

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Public record summary

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Bed capacity
119
CMS facility ID
395493
Care type
Nursing home
County
Wayne
Facility name
Julia Ribaudo Extended Care Center
Street address
1404 GOLF PARK DRIVE
City / state / ZIP
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
Phone
(570) 698-5647
Website
www.saberhealth.com/locations/julia-ribaudo-extended-care-center/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=google-my-business&utm_term=SHGPA8

About this facility — Julia Ribaudo Extended Care Center

Julia Ribaudo Extended Care Center is a Medicare/Medicaid-certified skilled nursing facility in Lake Ariel, Pennsylvania. It is licensed for 119 beds — close to the median for skilled nursing facilities in Pennsylvania (119 beds).

It is one of 1 senior care facility in Lake Ariel and 656 skilled nursing facilities across Pennsylvania. Families comparing options should weigh inspection history, ownership record, and litigation — not just the tour — before deciding.

It is listed as part of Saber Healthcare Group, a group of 126 facilities on this site.

Federal inspectors have cited Julia Ribaudo Extended Care Center 62 times across 11 inspections in the last three years, including 4 food-safety citations; no federal fines are on record. Every citation is listed, dated, and graded in the inspection record below.

This listing draws on federal CMS Nursing Home Compare records, and was last updated on November 6, 2026. Background reports are compiled from primary sources — state inspection files, federal CMS data, corporate registrations, and court records — at the time of order.

Facility background

What the public record shows.

Ownership & operator

Parent company
Saber Healthcare Group
Ownership type
For profit - Limited Liability company

Registered owners & officers

Bhg Aviv Llc
Security-interest holder · Additional disclosable party — since 2016
Citrin Cooperman Advisors Llc
Additional disclosable party — since 2011
Drake, Deborah
Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2021
Hopkins, Jamie
Additional disclosable party — since 2023
Nicoluzakis, Gregory
Officer · Additional disclosable party — since 2019
Rkl Llp
Additional disclosable party — since 2023
Saber Governance Llc
Additional disclosable party — since 2019
Saber Healthcare Group Llc
Additional disclosable party — since 2011
Sakalas, Lori
Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2024
Shg Boa Llc
Additional disclosable party — since 2025
Shg Management Llc
Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2019
Shg Mt, Llc
Additional disclosable party — since 2025
The Huntington National Bank
Additional disclosable party — since 2019
Volpe, Benjamin
Director · Officer · Additional disclosable party — since 2019
Weisberg, William
Director · Officer · Owner of a disclosable party · Additional disclosable party — since 2011

Regulatory standing

Federal court records
20 naming its parent company — view the cases (a listed case is not a finding of wrongdoing)
Licensed / certified since
1981-01-27
CMS overall rating
2 of 5 stars
Health deficiencies
13 at the last standard inspection
Federal fines
None on record
Last standard inspection
2026-06-16
Nurse staffing
3.2 hours per resident per day

Cost & payer profile (FY2023 cost report)

Average billed charges
$329 per day (≈ $10,000/month). Private-pay prices typically track billed charges; Medicare and Medicaid pay set rates.
Payer mix (resident days)
80% Medicaid · 5% Medicare · 15% private/other
Occupancy
68% (fiscal year 2023)
Vs. state median
21% below the PA median of $415/day — full state cost breakdown

Services & coverage

Licensed beds
119
Medicare
Accepted
Medicaid
Accepted
Wheelchair accessible
entrance and parking
Visiting hours
Daily Open 24 hours
Compiled from CMS Nursing Home Compare; owners/officers from the CMS Ownership dataset; cost & occupancy from the facility's own CMS cost report; hours/accessibility via Google · last verified 2026-11-06. Facilities can submit a correction.

Inspection record

Every citation, dated and graded.

Kitchen & food safety

Federal surveyors inspect the kitchen at every standard visit. This facility has 4 food-safety citations on its three-year record — flagged below among the inspections.
2026-06-16Health inspection12 citations
F-0584
E · No harm found
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected 2026-07-16
F-0605
D · No harm found
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected 2026-07-16
F-0684
D · No harm found
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2026-07-16
F-0688
D · No harm found
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected 2026-07-16
F-0695
D · No harm found
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2026-07-16
F-0755
E · No harm found
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2026-07-16
F-0757
D · No harm found
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected 2026-07-16
F-0761
D · No harm found
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected 2026-07-16
F-0809
E · No harm foundFood safety
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Corrected 2026-07-16
F-0812
F · No harm foundFood safety
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2026-07-16
F-0881
F · No harm found
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected 2026-07-16
F-0908
F · No harm found
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected 2026-07-16
2026-02-12Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
F-0880
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2026-02-25
9 earlier / fire-safety inspections (49 citations)
2025-08-15Health inspection8 citations
F-0550
E · No harm found
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2025-09-12
F-0584
E · No harm found
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected 2025-09-12
F-0656
D · No harm found
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2025-09-12
F-0689
D · No harm found
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2025-09-12
F-0695
D · No harm found
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2025-09-12
F-0697
D · No harm found
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected 2025-09-12
F-0809
E · No harm foundFood safety
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Corrected 2025-09-12
F-0925
E · No harm found
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected 2025-09-12
2025-04-09Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
F-0658
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2025-04-29
2024-10-11Health inspection7 citations
F-0600
D · No harm found
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2024-11-19
F-0623
B · No harm found
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected 2024-11-19
F-0690
E · No harm found
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2024-11-19
F-0755
E · No harm found
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2024-11-19
F-0810
D · No harm foundFood safety
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Corrected 2024-11-19
F-0838
F · No harm found
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Corrected 2024-11-19
F-0880
F · No harm found
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-11-19
2024-08-01Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
F-0605
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected 2024-08-27
2024-01-18Health inspectionComplaint-triggered3 citations
F-0576
E · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
Corrected 2024-02-21
F-0580
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2024-02-21
F-0687
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide appropriate foot care.
Corrected 2024-02-21
2023-12-20Health inspectionComplaint-triggered4 citations
F-0550
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2024-01-18
F-0677
E · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2024-01-18
F-0689
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2024-01-18
F-0732
C · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected 2024-01-18
2026-06-16Fire-safety inspection11 citations
K-0100
C · No harm found
Meet other general requirements.
Corrected 2026-07-16
K-0211
E · No harm found
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2026-07-16
K-0225
E · No harm found
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
Corrected 2026-07-16
K-0291
E · No harm found
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2026-07-16
K-0321
E · No harm found
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2026-07-16
K-0345
E · No harm found
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2026-07-16
K-0353
E · No harm found
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2026-07-16
K-0363
D · No harm found
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2026-07-16
K-0374
E · No harm found
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Corrected 2026-07-16
K-0914
E · No harm found
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Corrected 2026-07-16
K-0918
E · No harm found
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2026-07-16
2025-08-15Fire-safety inspection7 citations
K-0211
E · No harm found
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2025-09-19
K-0321
E · No harm found
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2025-09-19
K-0353
E · No harm found
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-09-19
K-0355
C · No harm found
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2025-09-19
K-0374
E · No harm found
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Corrected 2025-09-19
K-0521
E · No harm found
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2025-09-19
K-0712
C · No harm found
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2025-09-19
2024-10-11Fire-safety inspection7 citations
K-0291
E · No harm found
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2024-12-03
K-0321
E · No harm found
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2024-12-03
K-0353
E · No harm found
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-12-03
K-0355
E · No harm found
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2024-12-03
K-0363
D · No harm found
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2024-12-03
K-0374
E · No harm found
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Corrected 2024-12-03
K-0712
E · No harm found
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2024-12-03
Citations and penalties from the CMS Provider Data Catalog (three-year survey window, refreshed monthly). Severity codes follow the federal scope/severity grid; “Immediate jeopardy” is the most serious grade CMS issues. CCN 395493.

Quality of care & staffing

How it compares in Pennsylvania.
Inspection citations, 3 years
62
More than 79% of nursing homes in the state
State median: 37
Federal fines, 3 years
$0
No federal fines on record
State median: $0
Nurse staffing, hours per resident per day
3.2
Higher than 6% of nursing homes in the state
State median: 3.6
Nursing staff turnover, annual
33%
Higher than 20% of nursing homes in the state
State median: 45%

Resident outcomes

On 21 federal quality measures, this facility does better than the Pennsylvania average on 10 and worse on 8. Differences within 10% of the average are shown as near average.

Long-stay residentsThis facilityStateUSCompared with state
Need for help with daily activities has increased28.1%16.4%13.5%Worse than state
Lose too much weight4.5%6.0%5.1%Better than state
With a catheter inserted and left in their bladder0.5%0.6%0.7%Better than state
With a urinary tract infection2.0%1.4%1.5%Worse than state
Have depressive symptoms31.9%13.8%13.5%Worse than state
Were physically restrained0.0%0.2%0.1%Better than state
Experiencing one or more falls with major injury2.3%3.1%3.2%Better than state
Assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine74.9%87.8%93.7%Worse than state
Ability to walk independently worsened24.0%15.4%12.7%Worse than state
Received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication24.1%20.1%19.5%Worse than state
Assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine100.0%93.7%95.3%Near state average
With pressure ulcers2.5%4.7%4.5%Better than state
With new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence31.0%25.0%18.3%Worse than state
Received an antipsychotic medication15.8%17.6%15.4%Better than state
Hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days1.281.501.81Better than state
Outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days1.211.131.69Near state average
Short-stay residentsThis facilityStateUSCompared with state
Assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine27.4%70.8%82.3%Worse than state
Newly received an antipsychotic medication1.0%1.4%1.5%Better than state
Were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine70.2%70.9%80.1%Near state average
Were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission18.8%22.0%23.4%Better than state
Had an outpatient emergency department visit6.2%9.5%11.8%Better than state
Source: CMS MDS and Medicare claims quality measures, measure period 2025Q3-2026Q2. Averages are computed from all nursing homes reporting each measure.

Cited more than once

The same rule cited at separate inspections can point to a problem that wasn't fully fixed.

  • K-0321 3 inspections. Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
  • K-0353 3 inspections. Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
  • K-0374 3 inspections. Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
  • F-0584 2 inspections. Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
  • F-0605 2 inspections. Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
  • F-0695 2 inspections. Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Verify & compare

Where to check, and what's nearby.

Who to contact in Pennsylvania

  • Licensing: Pennsylvania Department of Health
  • File a complaint: 800-254-5164 · Online
  • Long-Term Care Ombudsman: 717-783-8975. A free advocate for residents and families.
  • Adult Protective Services: 800-490-8505. Some states send facility cases to licensing instead. In an emergency, call 911.
  • Eldercare Locator: 800-677-1116, a federal service for local aging help.

Nearest emergency hospitals

  • Wayne Memorial Hospital, about 10 miles. CMS rating 2 of 5.
  • Lehigh Valley Hospital - Dickson City, about 14 miles. CMS rating 3 of 5.
  • Geisinger-community Medical Center, about 15 miles. CMS rating 2 of 5.
Source: CMS Hospital General Information. Straight-line distance.

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Visitor reviews

What people say on Google.
3.834 ratings on Google
★★★★★John Krehel · 2026-05-14 · via Google

“The facility is TOP NOTCH!! The staff is Caring and Compassionate. My Dad was well taken care of while in the care of the Julia Ribaudo staff. I’d also like to point out how clean the facility is.”

★★★★★Gene Shultz · 2025-08-16 · via Google

“My elderly father was at this facility for a short term rehab admission. We were very happy with his experience there. The entire staff was friendly, accommodating, and professional to him and the family when we visited. All our questions were answered when we had them. He often talked about the great experiences he had when working with the PT group, which was the major reason he was there.”

★★★★★Karen Tetor · 2025-10-14 · via Google

“I was the sole caregiver for my husband for over 6 years, never trusting that anyone but I could handle his severe TBI. When a short hospital stay required his going to rehab for a month, I was so fearful that he could not return to his baseline, and that he could be truly cared for. Julia Ribaudo won me over immediately. The wonderful PT/OT/Speech staff brought him back to his baseline, and the …”

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