nursing home in Blanchester, OH
Laurels of Blanchester, the
839 East Cherry Street, Blanchester, OH 45107 · (937) 783-4911
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- 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
Laurels of Blanchester, the at a glance
Laurels of Blanchester, the is a 50-bed for-profit nursing home in Blanchester, Ohio (Clinton County).
CMS gives it 5 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 (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 8, 2025) found 0 health citations. The Ohio average is 10.3.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 39.6% per year (state average 48.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 50
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Ciena Healthcare/Laurel Health Care
- Medicare-certified since
- March 6, 1981
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Clinton County
- CMS Certification Number
- 365552
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Ohio avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 3.41 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.44 hrs | 0.64 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.92 hrs | 2.09 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.91 hrs | 3.28 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 39.6% | 48.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 33.3% | 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) | 0 | 10 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 11 | 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 | 50 | 88 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 47 | 74 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 94.4% | 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) | 0.7% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.5% | 3.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.9% | 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) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 2.7% | 5.3% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 6.1% | 6.1% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 8.5% | 6.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 20.7% | 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) | 42% | 25.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 16.8% | 21.4% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 70.3% | 94.5% | 95.5% | Worse |
| 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% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.3% | 75.6% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.8% | 78.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 17 health deficiencies and 18 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 8, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 27, 2025 |
| May 8, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 27, 2025 |
| May 8, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 27, 2025 |
| May 8, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 27, 2025 |
| April 18, 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 June 7, 2022 |
| April 18, 2022 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 7, 2022 |
| April 18, 2022 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 June 7, 2022 |
| April 18, 2022 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 7, 2022 |
| April 18, 2022 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 7, 2022 |
| April 18, 2022 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 June 7, 2022 |
| April 18, 2022 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 7, 2022 |
| April 18, 2022 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 7, 2022 |
| April 18, 2022 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 7, 2022 |
| April 18, 2022 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 7, 2022 |
| April 18, 2022 Standard | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 7, 2022 |
| April 18, 2022 Standard | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0637 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 7, 2022 |
| April 18, 2022 Standard | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 7, 2022 |
| April 18, 2022 Standard | Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0646 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 7, 2022 |
| April 18, 2022 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 7, 2022 |
| April 18, 2022 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 7, 2022 |
| April 18, 2022 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 7, 2022 |
| July 11, 2019 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 27, 2019 |
| July 11, 2019 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 27, 2019 |
| July 11, 2019 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 27, 2019 |
| July 11, 2019 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 27, 2019 |
| July 11, 2019 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 27, 2019 |
| July 11, 2019 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0753 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 27, 2019 |
| July 11, 2019 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 August 27, 2019 |
| July 11, 2019 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 27, 2019 |
| July 11, 2019 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 August 27, 2019 |
| July 11, 2019 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 August 27, 2019 |
| July 11, 2019 Standard | 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 August 27, 2019 |
| July 11, 2019 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 August 27, 2019 |
| July 11, 2019 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 August 27, 2019 |
| July 11, 2019 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 27, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BYROM, LORI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/04/2025 |
| KHAN, ANIS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2016 |
| LARUFFA, CATHERINE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| LAUREL HEALTH CARE COMPANY Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/04/2025 |
| 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 |
| KHAN, ANIS Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2016 |
| QAZI, MOHAMMAD Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2016 |
| BYROM, LORI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/25/2001 |
| KHAN, ANIS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2016 |
| LARUFFA, CATHERINE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| LAUREL HEALTH CARE COMPANY Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2016 |
| QAZI, MOHAMMAD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2016 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Laurels of Blanchester, the's rating?
Laurels of Blanchester, the has 5 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 Blanchester, the receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a Ohio average of 10.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Laurels of Blanchester, 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 Blanchester, the?
It is for profit - limited liability company 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 Blanchester, the and how do I contact it?
Laurels of Blanchester, the is at 839 East Cherry Street, Blanchester, OH 45107. Phone: (937) 783-4911.
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.