nursing home in Cincinnati, OH

Ivy Woods Healthcare Center.

2025 Wyoming Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45205 · (513) 251-2557

★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★3
  • Staffing★★★★★2
  • Quality measures★★★★★5

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Ivy Woods Healthcare Center. at a glance

Ivy Woods Healthcare Center. is a 99-bed for-profit nursing home in Cincinnati, Ohio (Hamilton 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 3.1 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 (January 17, 2026) found 7 health citations. The Ohio average is 10.3.

Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $14,528.

Nursing staff turnover is 29.1% per year (state average 48.7%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
99
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Communicare Health
Medicare-certified since
April 17, 1980
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Hamilton County
CMS Certification Number
365455

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityOhio avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 53.2 / 53 / 5Better
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Average
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 52.4 / 52.9 / 5Worse
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 54.4 / 53.6 / 5Better
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 54.8 / 53.8 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility3.14 hrsOhio average3.69 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Ohio and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityOhio avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.14 hrs3.69 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.53 hrs0.64 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.87 hrs2.09 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.95 hrs3.28 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)29.1%48.7%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)25%43.9%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)011Better

Inspections

This facility7Ohio average10U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Ohio and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityOhio avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)7109Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)043Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)5480.780.6Better

Penalties

This facility1Ohio average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Ohio and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityOhio avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)111Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$14,528$26,381$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)211Worse

Size

MeasureThis facilityOhio avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds9988107
Average residents per day927486
Occupancy93.1%84.3%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility2.2%Ohio average3.2%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Ohio and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityOhio avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)2.2%3.2%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)5.4%3.4%4.6%Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)4%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)2.8%5.3%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)5.4%6.1%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)4.4%6.2%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)46.1%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)22.8%25.5%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)26.7%21.4%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)70.1%94.5%95.5%Worse
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)99.7%92.7%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility3.1%Ohio average1.2%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Ohio and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityOhio avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)3.1%1.2%1.6%Worse
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)18.8%75.6%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)68.9%78.5%82%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 37 health deficiencies and 12 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
January 17, 2026
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 20, 2026
January 17, 2026
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 20, 2026
January 17, 2026
Fire safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 20, 2026
January 17, 2026
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 20, 2026
January 17, 2026
Standard
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 20, 2026
January 17, 2026
Standard
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 20, 2026
January 17, 2026
Standard
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 20, 2026
January 17, 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 20, 2026
January 17, 2026
Standard
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 20, 2026
January 17, 2026
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 20, 2026
June 25, 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 July 12, 2024
November 16, 2023
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 December 6, 2023
November 16, 2023
Complaint
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 December 6, 2023
October 5, 2023
Fire safety
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 6, 2023
October 5, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 6, 2023
October 5, 2023
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 6, 2023
October 5, 2023
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 6, 2023
October 5, 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 December 6, 2023
October 5, 2023
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 6, 2023
October 5, 2023
Standard
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2023
October 5, 2023
Standard
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0868
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 6, 2023
October 5, 2023
Standard
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.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 6, 2023
October 5, 2023
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 6, 2023
October 5, 2023
Standard
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 6, 2023
October 5, 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 December 6, 2023
October 5, 2023
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 December 6, 2023
October 5, 2023
Standard
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2023
October 5, 2023
Standard
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2023
October 5, 2023
Standard
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2023
October 5, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2023
October 5, 2023
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 December 6, 2023
October 5, 2023
Standard
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2023
October 5, 2023
Standard
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 December 6, 2023
October 5, 2023
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 December 6, 2023
October 5, 2023
Standard
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0770
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2023
October 5, 2023
Standard
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0791
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2023
February 20, 2020
Fire safety
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 31, 2020
February 20, 2020
Fire safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 31, 2020
February 20, 2020
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 31, 2020
February 20, 2020
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 31, 2020
February 20, 2020
Standard
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 31, 2020
February 20, 2020
Standard
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0660
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 31, 2020
February 20, 2020
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 31, 2020
February 20, 2020
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 March 31, 2020
February 20, 2020
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 31, 2020
February 20, 2020
Standard
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 31, 2020
February 20, 2020
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 March 31, 2020
February 20, 2020
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 March 31, 2020
February 20, 2020
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 31, 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $14,528 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
October 5, 2023Payment Denial35 days from November 1, 2023
October 5, 2023Fine$14,528

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
BUCKEYE OP CO LLC
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest100%07/01/2021
BUCKEYE HEALTHCARE HOLDINGS LLC
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest—07/01/2021
OMG MSTR LSCO, LLC
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest—07/01/2021
BUCKEYE HEALTHCARE HOLDINGS LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2021
C.R. STOLTZ FAMILY INVESTMENT COMPANY INC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2021
C.R. STOLTZ IRREVOCABLE TRUST
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2021
HEALTH CARE HOLDINGS, LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2021
I. ROSEDALE FAMILY INVESTMENT COMPANY INC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2021
I. ROSEDALE IRREVOCABLE TRUST
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2021
KHAN, SHAZIA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2021
OMG MSTR LSCO, LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2021
RONALD S WILHEIM 2012 SPOUSAL TRUST
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2021
ROSEDALE FAMILY INVESTMENT COMPANY, INC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2021
RRW, LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2021
R.S. WILHEIM IRREVOCABLE TRUST
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2021
S.L. ROSEDALE IRREVOCABLE TRUST
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2021
WALTERS, HEATHER
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2021
WILHEIM FAMILY INVESTMENT COMPANY, INC.
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2021
ROMEO, DOMINIC
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2023
STOLTZ, CHARLES
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2021
WILHEIM, RONALD
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2021
ODENTHAL, RICHARD
Individual
individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/25/2025
GROVES, DONNA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE04/14/2023
KHAN, SHAZIA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2021
ROMEO, DOMINIC
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2023
WALTERS, HEATHER
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2021
WYOMING MGT CO., LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2021

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Frequently asked questions

What is Ivy Woods Healthcare Center.'s rating?

Ivy Woods Healthcare Center. 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 Ivy Woods Healthcare Center. receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a Ohio average of 10.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Ivy Woods Healthcare Center. 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 Ivy Woods Healthcare Center.?

It is for profit - corporation and part of Communicare Health. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Ivy Woods Healthcare Center. and how do I contact it?

Ivy Woods Healthcare Center. is at 2025 Wyoming Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45205. Phone: (513) 251-2557.

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.