nursing home in Defiance, OH
Laurels of Defiance the
1701 S Jefferson Ave, Defiance, OH 43512 · (419) 782-7879
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- 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
Laurels of Defiance the at a glance
Laurels of Defiance the is a 107-bed for-profit nursing home in Defiance, Ohio (Defiance County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Ohio average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 3.4 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 (June 12, 2025) found 5 health citations. The Ohio average is 10.3.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 31.3% per year (state average 48.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 107
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Ciena Healthcare/Laurel Health Care
- Medicare-certified since
- July 31, 1978
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Defiance County
- CMS Certification Number
- 365389
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| 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 |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 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) | 3.36 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.52 hrs | 0.64 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.78 hrs | 2.09 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.01 hrs | 3.28 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 31.3% | 48.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 27.3% | 43.9% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 5 | 10 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 34 | 80.7 | 80.6 | Better |
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 | 107 | 88 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 93 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 87.2% | 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) | 2.3% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.3% | 3.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10.6% | 8.8% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 7.8% | 5.3% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 3.6% | 6.1% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.1% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 6.7% | 30.1% | 12.8% | Better |
| 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) | 23.9% | 25.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 29% | 21.4% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.4% | 94.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 94.1% | 92.7% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 92.3% | 75.6% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 94.2% | 78.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 21 health deficiencies and 13 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 12, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 18, 2025 |
| June 12, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 18, 2025 |
| June 12, 2025 Fire safety | Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0131 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 11, 2025 |
| June 12, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 18, 2025 |
| June 12, 2025 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 18, 2025 |
| June 12, 2025 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 July 18, 2025 |
| June 12, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 18, 2025 |
| June 12, 2025 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 18, 2025 |
| November 8, 2023 Complaint | Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0606 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 12, 2023 |
| April 6, 2023 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 5, 2023 |
| April 6, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 5, 2023 |
| April 6, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 5, 2023 |
| April 6, 2023 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 5, 2023 |
| April 6, 2023 Fire safety | Have correct number of accessible exits for each story. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0241 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 5, 2023 |
| April 6, 2023 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 5, 2023 |
| April 6, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 5, 2023 |
| April 6, 2023 Standard | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 5, 2023 |
| April 6, 2023 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 May 5, 2023 |
| April 6, 2023 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 May 5, 2023 |
| April 6, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 5, 2023 |
| April 6, 2023 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 5, 2023 |
| April 6, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 5, 2023 |
| April 6, 2023 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 May 5, 2023 |
| April 6, 2023 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 May 5, 2023 |
| April 6, 2023 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 5, 2023 |
| December 5, 2019 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 January 14, 2020 |
| December 5, 2019 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 14, 2020 |
| December 5, 2019 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 14, 2020 |
| December 5, 2019 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected June 13, 2019 |
| December 5, 2019 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 14, 2020 |
| December 5, 2019 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 14, 2020 |
| December 5, 2019 Standard | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 14, 2020 |
| December 5, 2019 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 January 14, 2020 |
| December 5, 2019 Standard | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 14, 2020 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KARATSORIDIS, STAVROS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| KHAN, ANIS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2016 |
| LAUREL HEALTH CARE COMPANY Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/02/2025 |
| POTTS, KANDACE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/15/2021 |
| SELECT REHABILITATION, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| STOBB, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2016 |
| ZENITH FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2022 |
| QAZI, MOHAMMAD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2016 |
| KHAN, ANIS Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2016 |
| QAZI, MOHAMMAD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2016 |
| STOBB, DAVID Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2016 |
| KARATSORIDIS, STAVROS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| KHAN, ANIS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2016 |
| LAUREL HEALTH CARE COMPANY Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/02/2016 |
| POTTS, KANDACE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/15/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Laurels of Defiance the's rating?
Laurels of Defiance the has 4 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 Laurels of Defiance the receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Ohio average of 10.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Laurels of Defiance the 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 Laurels of Defiance the?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Ciena Healthcare/Laurel Health Care. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Laurels of Defiance the and how do I contact it?
Laurels of Defiance the is at 1701 S Jefferson Ave, Defiance, OH 43512. Phone: (419) 782-7879.
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.