nursing home in Fort Thomas, KY
Highlandspring of Ft Thomas
960 Highland Avenue, Fort Thomas, KY 41075 · (859) 572-0660
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Highlandspring of Ft Thomas at a glance
Highlandspring of Ft Thomas is a 140-bed for-profit nursing home in Fort Thomas, Kentucky (Campbell County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Kentucky average of 3.
Residents receive about 4.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 11, 2026) found 3 health citations. The Kentucky average is 2.8.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 48.3% per year (state average 46.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 140
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Carespring
- Medicare-certified since
- October 29, 1993
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Campbell County
- CMS Certification Number
- 185383
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.25 hrs | 3.95 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.81 hrs | 0.79 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.85 hrs | 2.36 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.36 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 48.3% | 46.4% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 31.6% | 41.8% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 3 | 3 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 22 | 40.4 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $15,373 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 140 | 95 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 135 | 82 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 96.7% | 87.1% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 3.9% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.1% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 22.2% | 16.1% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.2% | 1.6% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 4.2% | 13.8% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 4.8% | 14% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 14.6% | 6.6% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 46.8% | 17.7% | 12.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 27.6% | 29.8% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 27.7% | 19% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.4% | 96.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.8% | 94.3% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2% | 1.7% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97% | 83.5% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 84% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 9 health deficiencies and 4 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 11, 2026 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 4, 2026 |
| February 11, 2026 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 4, 2026 |
| February 11, 2026 Standard | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0577 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected March 4, 2026 |
| December 6, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 24, 2024 |
| December 6, 2024 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 24, 2024 |
| December 6, 2024 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 13, 2025 |
| December 6, 2024 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 13, 2025 |
| December 6, 2024 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 13, 2025 |
| December 6, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 13, 2025 |
| December 6, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 13, 2025 |
| September 27, 2019 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 22, 2019 |
| September 27, 2019 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 22, 2019 |
| September 27, 2019 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 22, 2019 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| CARESPRING HEALTH CARE HOLDINGS LP Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 10/31/2018 |
| BARRY N BORTZ 06042009 TR Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 72% | 10/31/2018 |
| BORTZ FAMILY TRUST/KEY BANK TRUSTEE Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 9% | 10/31/2018 |
| EPPERS, DAVID Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 15% | 10/31/2018 |
| CHIRUMBOLO, CHRISTOPHER Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/31/2018 |
| EPPERS, DAVID Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/31/2018 |
| CARESPRING HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/31/2018 |
| BROWN, MOLLY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/14/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Highlandspring of Ft Thomas's rating?
Highlandspring of Ft Thomas has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Kentucky nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Highlandspring of Ft Thomas receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Kentucky average of 2.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Highlandspring of Ft Thomas accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Highlandspring of Ft Thomas?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Carespring. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Highlandspring of Ft Thomas and how do I contact it?
Highlandspring of Ft Thomas is at 960 Highland Avenue, Fort Thomas, KY 41075. Phone: (859) 572-0660.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.