Capital City Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Ce
920 Thurber Drive West · Columbus, OH · 43215 · 6144642273
104 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Garden Healthcare Group
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $196,256 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
2 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
$196,256 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
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: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.34 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.43 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.88 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 66% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $196,256 |
Inspection citations (50 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · F April 22, 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 May 13, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · F February 4, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 9, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 6, 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 March 21, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 6, 2025
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 6, 2025
Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 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 March 6, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 6, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 6, 2025
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E March 6, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 21, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E March 6, 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 March 21, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 6, 2025 · found via complaint
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 December 12, 2024 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected January 13, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · F November 21, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 13, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F November 21, 2024 · 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 January 13, 2025 · Environmental
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Immediate jeopardy · K October 29, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected January 13, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · K October 29, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E October 29, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected January 13, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E October 29, 2024 · found via complaint
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected January 13, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D August 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 19, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 24, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 21, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected July 2, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F June 21, 2024 · 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 July 2, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D April 2, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected April 12, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 14, 2024 · found via complaint
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Corrected March 29, 2024 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 29, 2024 | Fine | $196,256 |
| October 29, 2024 | Payment Denial | 49 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 365315 · certified since February 10, 1975. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.