Scioto Rehabilitation & Care Center
433 Obetz Road · Columbus, OH · 43207 · 6144912000
125 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: David Oberlander
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $100,257 in fines in the last 24 months.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
$100,257 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
73% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.04 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.72 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.85 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 73% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $100,257 |
Inspection citations (90 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 10, 2026 · 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 March 20, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 10, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected March 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 10, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Corrected March 20, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D March 10, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide or obtain x-rays/tests when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.
Corrected March 20, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D December 31, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected January 7, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 31, 2025 · found via complaint
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 January 7, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected December 9, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 9, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D October 9, 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 November 20, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected November 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected November 20, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected November 20, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E October 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 20, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Corrected April 21, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Actual harm · G December 31, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected February 6, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 31, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected February 6, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 31, 2024
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected February 6, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 31, 2024
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 February 6, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 31, 2024
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected February 6, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 31, 2024
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 February 6, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 31, 2024
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected February 6, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 31, 2024
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected February 6, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2024 | Fine | $100,257 |
| December 31, 2024 | Payment Denial | 9 days |
| November 1, 2023 | Payment Denial | 27 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 366259 · certified since February 28, 2003. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.