nursing home in Oak Harbor, OH
Ottawa Co Riverview Nursing Ho
8180 W State Rt 163, Oak Harbor, OH 43449 · (419) 898-2851
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Ottawa Co Riverview Nursing Ho at a glance
Ottawa Co Riverview Nursing Ho is a 115-bed government nursing home in Oak Harbor, Ohio (Ottawa 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 4.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 26, 2026) found 10 health citations. The Ohio average is 10.3.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $17,345.
Nursing staff turnover is 38.9% per year (state average 48.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Beds
- 115
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- June 27, 1980
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Ottawa County
- CMS Certification Number
- 365498
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) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.26 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.63 hrs | 0.64 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.58 hrs | 2.09 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.03 hrs | 3.28 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 38.9% | 48.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 21.4% | 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) | 10 | 10 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 50.8 | 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) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $17,345 | $26,381 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 115 | 88 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 85 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 74.1% | 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% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.7% | 3.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 11.5% | 8.8% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.4% | 0.2% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 11.6% | 5.3% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 12.4% | 6.1% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.2% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.8% | 30.1% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 1.8% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 25.3% | 25.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 20.6% | 21.4% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.2% | 94.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 92.7% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.7% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95.5% | 75.6% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 93.2% | 78.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 14 health deficiencies and 27 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 26, 2026 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0025 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 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 April 17, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Construct fire resistant interior walls. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0331 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 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 April 17, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0131 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 17, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0790 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 12, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 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 12, 2026 |
| February 26, 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 12, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 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 12, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 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 12, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 12, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | 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 March 12, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 12, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 12, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 12, 2026 |
| June 10, 2025 Complaint | 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected June 11, 2025 |
| February 15, 2024 Complaint | 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 March 15, 2024 |
| May 18, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 6, 2023 |
| May 18, 2023 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 6, 2023 |
| May 18, 2023 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 6, 2023 |
| May 18, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 6, 2023 |
| May 18, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 6, 2023 |
| May 18, 2023 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 6, 2023 |
| May 18, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 6, 2023 |
| May 18, 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 July 6, 2023 |
| January 23, 2020 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 March 12, 2020 |
| January 23, 2020 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 12, 2020 |
| January 23, 2020 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 12, 2020 |
| January 23, 2020 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 12, 2020 |
| January 23, 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 12, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $17,345 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| June 10, 2025 | Fine | $17,345 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| COUNTY OF OTTAWA Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/1980 |
| COPPELER, MARK Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/03/2017 |
| DOUGLAS, DONALD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| STAHL, MARK Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2016 |
| COUNTY OF OTTAWA Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/1980 |
| CONCEPT REHAB, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2001 |
| COPPELER, MARK Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/24/2025 |
| COUNTY OF OTTAWA Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/1980 |
| DOUGLAS, DONALD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| STAHL, MARK Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2016 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Ottawa Co Riverview Nursing Ho's rating?
Ottawa Co Riverview Nursing Ho 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 Ottawa Co Riverview Nursing Ho receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 10 citations, compared with a Ohio average of 10.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Ottawa Co Riverview Nursing Ho 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 Ottawa Co Riverview Nursing Ho?
It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Ottawa Co Riverview Nursing Ho and how do I contact it?
Ottawa Co Riverview Nursing Ho is at 8180 W State Rt 163, Oak Harbor, OH 43449. Phone: (419) 898-2851.
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.