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Altercare of Canal Winchester Post-Acute Rc

6725 Thrush Drive, Canal Winchester, OH 43110

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Altercare of Canal Winchester Post-Acute Rc is a nursing home in Canal Winchester, Ohio. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.

At a glance

This page uses data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), published on October 28, 2026. CMS updates its data about once a month.

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CMS does not list this home as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate. CMS does not show an abuse icon for it. CMS lists no change of ownership in the past 12 months.

Inspections, fines and changes

This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.

  1. CMS update of October 28, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  2. Health inspection on August 6, 2026

    4 citations

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • Citation F0655. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0655 2 times since 2026.

    • Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0677 3 times since 2022.

    • Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0686 5 times since 2022.

    • Citation F0697. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 28, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0697 3 times since 2024.

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  3. CMS update of July 29, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.

  4. CMS update of June 24, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.

  5. Health inspection on April 21, 2026

    32 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.

    Severity J is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.

    47 of 924 Ohio homes (5%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2026.

    CMS fine of $75,634 on April 21, 2026.

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    • Citation F0684. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0684 3 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0690. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0565. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0565 2 times since 2025.

    • Citation F0725. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0725 2 times since 2022.

    • Citation F0835. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0677. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0842. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0842 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0880 3 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0552. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0561. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0580 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0585. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0627. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0636. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0655. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0657. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0679. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0689 3 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0692. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0692 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0693. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0697. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0755. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0756. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0757. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0760. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0760 2 times since 2025.

    • Citation F0773. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0790. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

    • Citation F0791. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

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  6. Fire safety inspection on April 21, 2026

    3 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

    • Citation K0920. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

    • Citation K0211. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2026.

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  7. CMS update of February 25, 2026

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  8. CMS update of December 15, 2025

    • Health citation

      CMS removed citation F0628 from the health inspection on July 31, 2025.

    • Health citation

      CMS removed citation F0800 from the health inspection on July 31, 2025.

  9. Health inspection on November 17, 2025

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 25, 2025.

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  10. Health inspection on July 31, 2025

    5 citations

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • Citation F0565. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 12, 2025.

    • Citation F0803. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 12, 2025.

    • Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 12, 2025.

    • Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 12, 2025.

    • Citation F0760. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 12, 2025.

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  11. CMS update of July 30, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • Staffing

      Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 4.2 to 3.7 hours per resident per day.

  12. CMS update of April 30, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  13. October 25, 2024

    Payment stopped

    CMS stopped payment for new admissions from October 25, 2024, for 21 days.

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  14. Health inspection on September 26, 2024

    9 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.

    157 of 924 Ohio homes (17%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2024.

    CMS fine of $44,268 on September 26, 2024.

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    • Citation F0686. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 15, 2024.

    • Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 15, 2024.

    • Citation F0558. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 15, 2024.

      CMS has cited this home for F0558 2 times since 2022.

    • Citation F0583. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 15, 2024.

    • Citation F0676. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 15, 2024.

    • Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 15, 2024.

    • Citation F0692. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 15, 2024.

    • Citation F0758. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 15, 2024.

    • Citation F0825. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on November 15, 2024.

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  15. CMS update of August 29, 2024

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from March 6, 2024 from $34,650 to $22,523.

  16. Health inspection on July 10, 2024

    2 citations

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • Citation F0602. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 27, 2024.

    • Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 22, 2024.

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  17. CMS update of May 29, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  18. CMS update of April 25, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.

  19. Health inspection on March 6, 2024

    4 citations

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.

    157 of 924 Ohio homes (17%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2024.

    CMS fine of $22,523 on March 6, 2024.

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    • Citation F0697. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0842. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0921. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 25, 2024.

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  20. CMS update of January 31, 2024

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  21. Health inspection on January 17, 2024

    2 citations

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.

    157 of 924 Ohio homes (17%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2024.

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    • Citation F0684. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 9, 2024.

    • Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on February 9, 2024.

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  22. Health inspection on May 27, 2022

    6 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation F0677. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 28, 2022.

    • Citation F0725. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 28, 2022.

    • Citation F0558. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 28, 2022.

    • Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 28, 2022.

    • Citation F0695. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 28, 2022.

    • Citation F0745. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 28, 2022.

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  23. Fire safety inspection on May 27, 2022

    3 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation K0232. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 28, 2022.

    • Citation K0353. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 28, 2022.

    • Citation K0374. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 28, 2022.

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CMS star ratings

Facts from CMS

Phone
(614) 834-2500
Last standard health inspection
April 21, 2026 (6 months ago)
Certified beds
72
Residents per day, on average
61.2
Ownership type
For profit - Corporation
Legal business name
Altercare of Canal Winchester Post-Acute Rehabilitation Center, INC.
Chain
Altercare
Takes part in
Medicare and Medicaid

More health citations than the Ohio average (65 vs 31).

Owners and managers

CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.

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  • SUSANNE SCHROER DYNASTY TRUST U/A5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 12/15/2015
  • THE SCHROER GROUP, INC.5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 08/07/2007
  • ALTERCARE OF OHIO, INCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 08/07/2007

Questions

When was Altercare of Canal Winchester Post-Acute Rc last inspected?

CMS lists April 21, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.

How many citations (violations) does Altercare of Canal Winchester Post-Acute Rc have?

CMS lists 65 health citations since May 27, 2022. CMS also calls these deficiencies.

Has Altercare of Canal Winchester Post-Acute Rc been fined?

CMS lists 3 fines in the past three years, $142,425 in total.

What is the CMS star rating of Altercare of Canal Winchester Post-Acute Rc?

Its CMS overall star rating is 2 of 5.

Is Altercare of Canal Winchester Post-Acute Rc a Special Focus Facility?

No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.

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