Bella Terrace Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
1520 Hawthorne Avenue · Columbus, OH · 43203 · 6142524931
96 certified beds For profit - Corporation
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).
- 3 citations involved actual harm to residents.
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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.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
RN staffing in the bottom 10% nationally
0.22 registered-nurse hours per resident per day, vs a 0.58 national median and 0.75 benchmark.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.18 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.22 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.99 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 48% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $86,720 |
Inspection citations (61 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J January 29, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 17, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 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 February 17, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F January 29, 2026 · found via complaint
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected February 17, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · F January 29, 2026 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected February 17, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Corrected July 23, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected July 23, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected July 23, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected July 23, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected July 23, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected July 23, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected July 23, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected July 23, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected July 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected July 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 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 July 23, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected July 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F July 2, 2025
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected July 23, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025
Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
Corrected July 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected July 23, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected July 23, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F July 2, 2025
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Corrected July 23, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected July 23, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 2, 2025 · found via complaint
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 July 23, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected July 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected July 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 30, 2023 | Fine | $86,720 |
| August 30, 2023 | Payment Denial | 100 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 366207 · certified since December 19, 2000. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.