Delaware Court Health Care Center
4 New Market Dr · Delaware, OH · 43015 · 7403696400
75 certified beds For profit - Corporation
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 77 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: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.60 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.60 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.35 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 29% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (33 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D February 9, 2026
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected March 27, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E February 9, 2026
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected March 27, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E February 9, 2026 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected March 27, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 9, 2026 · 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 27, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 9, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected March 27, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E February 9, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected March 27, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E February 9, 2026 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 27, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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No harm found · C February 9, 2026
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Corrected March 27, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E November 18, 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 December 29, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D January 4, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected February 4, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E October 19, 2023
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Corrected December 1, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 19, 2023
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Corrected December 1, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 19, 2023
Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.
Corrected December 1, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 19, 2023
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 December 1, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 19, 2023
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected December 1, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 19, 2023
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected December 1, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D October 19, 2023
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected December 1, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D October 19, 2023
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected December 1, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 19, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected December 1, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 19, 2023
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
Corrected December 1, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 19, 2023
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected December 1, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 19, 2023
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected December 1, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E October 19, 2023
Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
Corrected December 1, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 19, 2023
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected December 1, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F October 19, 2023
Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.
Corrected December 1, 2023 · Administration
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 365676 · certified since August 5, 1985. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.