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Hanover Healthcare Center

435 Avis Avenue Nw, Massillon, OH 44646

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Hanover Healthcare Center is a nursing home in Massillon, 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.

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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Facts from CMS

Phone
(330) 837-1741
Last standard health inspection
March 17, 2026 (7 months ago)
Certified beds
125
Residents per day, on average
114
Ownership type
For profit - Corporation
Legal business name
Avis Leasing Co., LLC
Chain
Communicare Health
Takes part in
Medicare and Medicaid

More health citations than the Ohio average (61 vs 31).

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 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  2. 6 citations

    Health inspection on August 12, 2026

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0921. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      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 September 4, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0921 2 times since 2026.

    • Citation F0584. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 4, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0584 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 September 4, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0677 3 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0725. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      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 September 4, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0725 2 times since 2025.

    • 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 September 4, 2026.

    • Citation F0925. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 4, 2026.

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  3. 13 citations

    Health inspection on March 17, 2026

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

    • Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 8, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0812 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0689. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      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 April 8, 2026.

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

    • Citation F0695. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 8, 2026.

    • Citation F0805. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 8, 2026.

    • Citation F0584. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 8, 2026.

    • Citation F0644. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 8, 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 April 8, 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 April 8, 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 April 8, 2026.

    • Citation F0698. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 8, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0698 2 times since 2022.

    • Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 8, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0880 5 times since 2022.

    • Citation F0919. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 8, 2026.

    • 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 April 8, 2026.

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  4. 3 citations

    Fire safety inspection on March 17, 2026

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation K0324. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 8, 2026.

    • 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 April 8, 2026.

    • Citation K0712. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 8, 2026.

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  5. CMS update of November 20, 2025

    • Special Focus Facility

      CMS no longer lists this home as a Special Focus Facility candidate.

    • CMS abuse icon

      CMS removed its abuse icon from this home.

  6. 9 citations

    Health inspection on June 25, 2025

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • 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 21, 2025.

    • 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 July 21, 2025.

    • 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 July 21, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0609 3 times since 2023.

    • 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 21, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0610 4 times since 2023.

    • 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 July 21, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0676 2 times since 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 July 21, 2025.

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

    • Citation F0688. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 21, 2025.

    • Citation F0759. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 21, 2025.

    • Citation F0680. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 21, 2025.

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  7. CMS update of April 30, 2025

    • Star rating

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

  8. 1 citation

    Health inspection on April 9, 2025

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 29, 2025.

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  9. 1 citation

    Health inspection on March 4, 2025

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0851. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

      CMS lists it as corrected on March 21, 2025.

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  10. CMS update of February 26, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.

  11. CMS update of December 20, 2024

    • Special Focus Facility

      CMS now lists this home as a Special Focus Facility candidate.

    • CMS abuse icon

      CMS added its abuse icon to this home.

  12. CMS update of October 30, 2024

    • Star rating

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

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.

  13. 3 citations

    Health inspection on October 24, 2024

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • 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 October 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0772. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have an agreement with an approved laboratory to obtain services, if on-site laboratory services aren't provided.

      CMS lists it as corrected on October 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 October 25, 2024.

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

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  14. 3 citations

    Health inspection on September 23, 2024

    CMS lists this as 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.

    85 of 924 Ohio homes (9%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2024.

    • Citation F0600. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0609. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, 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 September 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0610. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 25, 2024.

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  15. 7 citations

    Health inspection on August 19, 2024

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

    • Citation F0880. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 25, 2024.

    • 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 September 25, 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 September 25, 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 September 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 September 25, 2024.

    • Citation F0685. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 25, 2024.

    • 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 September 25, 2024.

      CMS has cited this home for F0686 2 times since 2022.

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  16. 6 citations

    Fire safety inspection on August 19, 2024

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 25, 2024.

    • Citation K0372. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 25, 2024.

    • Citation K0511. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 25, 2024.

    • Citation K0761. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 25, 2024.

    • 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 September 25, 2024.

    • Citation K0926. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 25, 2024.

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  17. Fine

    August 19, 2024 (2 years ago)

    CMS fine of $61,191 on August 19, 2024.

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  18. CMS update of July 31, 2024

    • Star rating

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

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.

  19. 1 citation

    Health inspection on July 29, 2024

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • 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 July 12, 2024.

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  20. CMS update of June 26, 2024

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from December 12, 2023 from $35,310 to $22,952.

  21. 3 citations

    Health inspection on June 6, 2024

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • 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 June 14, 2024.

    • 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 June 14, 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 June 14, 2024.

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  22. CMS update of May 29, 2024

    • CMS abuse icon

      CMS removed its abuse icon from this home.

  23. 1 citation

    Health inspection on April 18, 2024

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 24, 2024.

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  24. 1 citation

    Health inspection on February 8, 2024

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • 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 February 14, 2024.

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  25. CMS update of January 31, 2024

    • Star rating

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

    • Star rating

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

    • Star rating

      The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.

    • Fine

      CMS changed the fine from January 6, 2023 from $15,000 to $9,750.

  26. 4 citations

    Health inspection on December 12, 2023

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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

    29 of 924 Ohio homes (3%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2023.

    • Citation F0880. Severity K: immediate jeopardy, pattern.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 29, 2023.

    • Citation F0607. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 29, 2023.

    • Citation F0610. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on December 29, 2023.

    • 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 December 29, 2023.

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  27. Fine

    December 12, 2023 (2 years ago)

    CMS fine of $22,952 on December 12, 2023.

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  28. 8 citations

    Health inspection on May 15, 2022

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation F0880. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 7, 2022.

    • Citation F0568. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 7, 2022.

    • Citation F0569. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 7, 2022.

    • Citation F0623. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 7, 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 June 7, 2022.

    • Citation F0698. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 7, 2022.

    • Citation F0883. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 7, 2022.

    • Citation F0732. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Post nurse staffing information every day.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 7, 2022.

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  29. 5 citations

    Fire safety inspection on May 15, 2022

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation K0293. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 7, 2022.

    • Citation K0331. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Construct fire resistant interior walls.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 7, 2022.

    • Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 7, 2022.

    • Citation K0711. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 7, 2022.

    • Citation K0753. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.

      CMS lists it as corrected on June 7, 2022.

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Owners and managers

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

Questions

When was Hanover Healthcare Center last inspected?

CMS lists March 17, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.

How many citations (violations) does Hanover Healthcare Center have?

CMS lists 61 health citations since May 15, 2022. CMS also calls these deficiencies.

Has Hanover Healthcare Center been fined?

CMS lists 2 fines in the past three years, $84,143 in total.

What is the CMS star rating of Hanover Healthcare Center?

Its CMS overall star rating is 2 of 5.

Is Hanover Healthcare Center a Special Focus Facility?

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

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