Lexington Court Care Center

250 Delaware St · Lexington, OH · 44904 · 4198842000

75 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Atrium Centers

  • No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
  • Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.

The composite number cleared 75 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

Inspection record 30% of score 50
Serious harm & abuse 20% 94
Staffing 20% 62
Federal penalties 15% 100
Trend 10% 83
Context 5% 100

Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.

CMS ratings & staffing

Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5

Total nurse hours / resident-day3.173.48 min · 4.1 strong
RN hours / resident-day0.750.55–0.75
Weekend hours / resident-day2.62≈ weekday level
Nursing turnover / year49%median 45%
Fines (3-yr window)none

Inspection citations (23 in the current record)

  • Actual harm · G October 30, 2025 · found via complaint

    Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.

    Corrected November 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D March 27, 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 April 22, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · D March 27, 2025

    Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

    Corrected April 22, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · F March 27, 2025

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Corrected April 22, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · D March 27, 2025

    Have policies on smoking.

    Corrected April 22, 2025 · Environmental

  • Potential for harm · D June 30, 2022

    Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Corrected July 26, 2022 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D June 30, 2022

    Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

    Corrected July 26, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · E June 30, 2022

    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Corrected July 26, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · D June 30, 2022

    Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

    Corrected July 26, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · E June 30, 2022

    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Corrected July 26, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · E June 30, 2022

    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 26, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · D June 30, 2022

    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Corrected July 26, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · E June 30, 2022

    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Corrected July 26, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D June 30, 2022

    Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

    Corrected July 26, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D June 30, 2022

    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 July 26, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D June 30, 2022

    Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

    Corrected July 26, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · E June 30, 2022

    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 26, 2022 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · F June 30, 2022

    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 July 26, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · F June 30, 2022

    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Corrected July 26, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · F June 30, 2022

    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Corrected July 26, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · F June 30, 2022

    Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Corrected July 26, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • No harm found · C June 30, 2022

    Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.

    Corrected July 26, 2022 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D June 20, 2019

    Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

    Corrected August 9, 2019 · Resident Rights

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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 366013 · certified since August 1, 1995. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.