Altercare of Canal Winchester Post-Acute Rc
6725 Thrush Drive · Canal Winchester, OH · 43110 · 6148342500
72 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Altercare
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $44,268 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
2 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
66% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.77 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.76 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.43 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 66% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $66,791 |
Inspection citations (53 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J April 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected May 9, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G April 21, 2026 · found via complaint
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 May 9, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected May 9, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected May 9, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected May 9, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected May 9, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E April 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected May 9, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected May 9, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected May 9, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected May 9, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected May 9, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F April 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected May 9, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D April 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected May 9, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D April 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected May 9, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F April 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected May 9, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E April 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected May 9, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E April 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 9, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D November 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected November 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E July 31, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G September 26, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected November 15, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 26, 2024
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected November 15, 2024 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| September 26, 2024 | Fine | $44,268 |
| September 26, 2024 | Payment Denial | 21 days |
| March 6, 2024 | Fine | $22,523 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 366367 · certified since November 7, 2008. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.