Continuing Healthcare of Gahanna
167 North Stygler Road · Gahanna, OH · 43230 · 6144758778
94 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Paradigm Healthcare
Why this verdict
- On the federal Special Focus list of the most persistently poor performers.
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (2 citations).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $170,581 in fines in the last 24 months.
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Red flags
Special Focus Facility
CMS has designated this facility one of the most persistently poor performers in the country — it is under increased inspection and enforcement.
2 immediate-jeopardy citations 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.
$170,581 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
61% 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: not rated Inspections: not rated Staffing: not rated Quality measures: not rated
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.11 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.39 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.80 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 61% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $170,581 |
Inspection citations (107 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D August 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected August 30, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected August 30, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected August 30, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected August 30, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected August 30, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected August 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected August 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected August 30, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 25, 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 August 30, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Immediate jeopardy · J July 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · J July 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected August 30, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected August 30, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected August 25, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected August 25, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected August 30, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2025
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected August 30, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2025
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 August 25, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 12, 2025
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Corrected August 25, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2025
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected August 25, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected August 25, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2025
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected August 25, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2025
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected August 25, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 12, 2025
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected August 25, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E March 12, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected August 30, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| March 12, 2025 | Fine | $170,581 |
| March 12, 2025 | Payment Denial | 79 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 366094 · certified since November 21, 1996. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.