nursing home in Cincinnati, OH
Blue Ash Health & Rehab
4900 Cooper Road, Cincinnati, OH 45242 · (513) 793-3362
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Blue Ash Health & Rehab at a glance
Blue Ash Health & Rehab is a 64-bed for-profit nursing home in Cincinnati, Ohio (Hamilton County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Ohio average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 3.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 1, 2025) found 14 health citations. The Ohio average is 10.3.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 70.4% per year (state average 48.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 64
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Bao Opco Holdings
- Medicare-certified since
- June 4, 1969
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Hamilton County
- CMS Certification Number
- 365218
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.48 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.47 hrs | 0.64 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.08 hrs | 2.09 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.05 hrs | 3.28 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 70.4% | 48.7% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 66.7% | 43.9% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 14 | 10 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 8 | 4 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 96 | 80.7 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Ohio 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 | $26,381 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 64 | 88 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 38 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 58.9% | 84.3% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 4.4% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.1% | 3.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 11.8% | 8.8% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 0.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 10.6% | 5.3% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 17.6% | 6.1% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.6% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 42.5% | 30.1% | 12.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 39.5% | 25.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 28.1% | 21.4% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.1% | 94.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 85.2% | 92.7% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 71.4% | 75.6% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 71.1% | 78.5% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 31 health deficiencies and 20 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 2, 2026 Complaint | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 26, 2026 |
| March 16, 2026 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 8, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Complaint | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 14, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 14, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 14, 2026 |
| July 1, 2025 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 19, 2025 |
| July 1, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 19, 2025 |
| July 1, 2025 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 19, 2025 |
| July 1, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 19, 2025 |
| July 1, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 19, 2025 |
| July 1, 2025 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 July 19, 2025 |
| July 1, 2025 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 19, 2025 |
| July 1, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2025 |
| July 1, 2025 Complaint | Provide information about how to apply for and use Medicare and Medicaid benefits. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0579 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2025 |
| July 1, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2025 |
| July 1, 2025 Complaint | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2025 |
| July 1, 2025 Complaint | Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0627 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2025 |
| July 1, 2025 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2025 |
| April 16, 2025 Complaint | 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 May 7, 2025 |
| April 16, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 7, 2025 |
| April 16, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 7, 2025 |
| January 20, 2025 Complaint | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 7, 2025 |
| January 20, 2025 Complaint | Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0622 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 7, 2025 |
| January 20, 2025 Complaint | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 7, 2025 |
| November 27, 2024 Complaint | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 20, 2024 |
| November 27, 2024 Complaint | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 20, 2024 |
| November 27, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 20, 2024 |
| August 26, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected September 17, 2024 |
| August 26, 2024 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. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 17, 2024 |
| December 29, 2023 Complaint | 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 17, 2024 |
| February 2, 2023 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 27, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 3, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 27, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 27, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 27, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 27, 2023 |
| August 26, 2022 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 11, 2022 |
| August 26, 2022 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 11, 2022 |
| August 26, 2022 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 11, 2022 |
| August 26, 2022 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 11, 2022 |
| August 26, 2022 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 11, 2022 |
| August 26, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 11, 2022 |
| August 26, 2022 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 11, 2022 |
| August 26, 2022 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 11, 2022 |
| August 26, 2022 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 11, 2022 |
| August 26, 2022 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 11, 2022 |
| August 26, 2022 Standard | Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0770 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 11, 2022 |
| August 26, 2022 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 11, 2022 |
| August 26, 2022 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 11, 2022 |
| August 26, 2022 Standard | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 11, 2022 |
| August 26, 2022 Standard | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected October 14, 2022 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAO OPCO HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 06/30/2025 |
| SMITHEY, ASHLEY Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 25% | 06/30/2025 |
| WOMACK, BRYON Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 75% | 06/30/2025 |
| BERNER, SUSAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2025 |
| DENNY, AMBER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2025 |
| KOTHARI, ZAHID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2025 |
| MURPHY, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2025 |
| OHIO-TWO PROPERTIES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2025 |
| RISE SNF MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/05/2025 |
| SMITHEY, ASHLEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2025 |
| WOMACK, BRYON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2025 |
| BAO OPCO HOLDINGS LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2025 |
| BERNER, SUSAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2025 |
| DENNY, AMBER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2025 |
| KOTHARI, ZAHID Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2025 |
| MURPHY, DAVID Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2025 |
| OHIO-TWO PROPERTIES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2025 |
| RISE SNF MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2025 |
| SMITHEY, ASHLEY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2025 |
| WOMACK, BRYON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Blue Ash Health & Rehab's rating?
Blue Ash Health & Rehab has 1 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Ohio nursing homes is 3.2 stars.
How many inspection citations did Blue Ash Health & Rehab receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 14 citations, compared with a Ohio average of 10.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Blue Ash Health & Rehab 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 Blue Ash Health & Rehab?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Bao Opco Holdings. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Blue Ash Health & Rehab and how do I contact it?
Blue Ash Health & Rehab is at 4900 Cooper Road, Cincinnati, OH 45242. Phone: (513) 793-3362.
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.