The Laurels of Gahanna
5151 North Hamilton Road · Columbus, OH · 43230 · 6143371066
112 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Ciena Healthcare/Laurel Health Care
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $62,221 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- 8 citations involved actual harm to residents.
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Red flags
Special Focus Facility candidate
CMS lists this facility as a candidate for its Special Focus program for persistently poor inspection performance.
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.
3 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
$62,221 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
If someone you love was harmed at a facility with findings like these, you have options — read this.
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: 1 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.76 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.01 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.38 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 46% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $179,297 |
Inspection citations (83 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 15, 2026 · found via complaint
Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.
Corrected May 4, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 15, 2026 · found via complaint
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected May 4, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Actual harm · G January 15, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 4, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G January 15, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected March 4, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 15, 2026 · 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 March 4, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected March 4, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected September 26, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 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 September 26, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 20, 2025 · 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 September 26, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected September 26, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected September 26, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected September 26, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected September 26, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected September 26, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E August 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 26, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E August 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected September 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 20, 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 September 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected September 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected September 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 20, 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 September 26, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E August 20, 2025 · found via complaint
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 September 26, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E August 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Corrected September 26, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E August 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected September 26, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| September 30, 2024 | Fine | $62,221 |
| June 3, 2024 | Fine | $102,396 |
| June 3, 2024 | Payment Denial | 28 days |
| June 26, 2023 | Fine | $14,680 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 366457 · certified since October 23, 2017. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.