Altercare Newark North Inc.
151 Price Road · Newark, OH · 43055 · 7403662321
75 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Altercare
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 74 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.47 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.55 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.11 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 52% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (41 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected April 24, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 6, 2025
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025
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 March 21, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2025
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F February 6, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F February 6, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.
Corrected January 23, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D October 24, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected November 18, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 6, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 26, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 6, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected June 14, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 8, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected November 24, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E November 8, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.
Corrected November 24, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D September 7, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected September 15, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 7, 2022
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Corrected January 6, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 7, 2022
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 January 6, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 7, 2022
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected January 6, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 7, 2022
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected January 6, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 7, 2022
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected January 6, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 7, 2022
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected January 6, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 7, 2022
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected January 6, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 365481 · certified since March 24, 1980. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.