Nursing home · Nazareth, PA
Northampton County-Gracedale
Gracedale Avenue, Nazareth, PA 18064 · (610) 746-1900
Northampton County-Gracedale is a 688-bed government-owned nursing home in Nazareth, Pennsylvania (Northampton County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1980. On average it cares for 475 residents a day (about 69% of its certified beds). CMS gives it an overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars; the average in Pennsylvania is 3.0.
Ratings
| CMS rating | Stars |
|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Health inspections | ★★★★★ |
| Staffing | ★★★★★ |
| Quality measures | ★★★★★ |
Staffing
| Staffing | This home | Pennsylvania avg | US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 3.93 | 3.90 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.40 | 0.78 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 3.56 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 48% | 45% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 43% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 1 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | May 1, 2026 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 8 below the state average of 10 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 5 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 5 totalling $160,678 |
| Medicare payment denials | 0 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: Government - County. Legal business name: County of Northampton. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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Common questions
What is the star rating of Northampton County-Gracedale?
CMS rates Northampton County-Gracedale 1 out of 5 stars overall, with 1 stars for health inspections, 4 for staffing and 1 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Northampton County-Gracedale have?
688 certified beds, with an average of 475 residents a day.
Does Northampton County-Gracedale accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicare and Medicaid. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for Northampton County-Gracedale?
(610) 746-1900. Address: Gracedale Avenue, Nazareth, PA 18064.
Before you choose
- Visit at different times, including evenings and weekends.
- Ask how many residents each nurse and aide cares for on each shift.
- Read the latest inspection report and ask what has been fixed.
- Ask whether a bed is available for your coverage (Medicare, Medicaid or private pay).