Pickaway Manor Care Center
391 Clark Drive · Circleville, OH · 43113 · 7404746036
99 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Optalis Health & Rehabilitation
Why this verdict
- 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).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
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.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.71 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.50 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.24 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 37% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $38,155 |
Inspection citations (21 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J January 29, 2026
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026
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 February 13, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 29, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E January 29, 2026
Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F January 29, 2026
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E January 29, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Infection Control
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Immediate jeopardy · J July 22, 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
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Potential for harm · D September 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected October 11, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 8, 2024
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected July 29, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 8, 2024
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected July 29, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 8, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 29, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D November 8, 2021
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 6, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 8, 2021
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected January 6, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F November 8, 2021
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 January 6, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F November 8, 2021
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected January 6, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D November 8, 2021
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected January 6, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D November 8, 2021
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected January 6, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| July 22, 2025 | Fine | $38,155 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 365556 · certified since May 18, 1981. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.