nursing home in Pickerington, OH

Pickerington Care and Rehabilitation

1300 Hill Road North, Pickerington, OH 43147 · (614) 863-1858

★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★2
  • 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

Pickerington Care and Rehabilitation at a glance

Pickerington Care and Rehabilitation is a 96-bed for-profit nursing home in Pickerington, Ohio (Fairfield County).

CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Ohio average of 3.2.

Residents receive about 4.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.7 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (November 17, 2025) found 24 health citations. The Ohio average is 10.3.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 48.3% per year (state average 48.7%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
96
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Embassy Healthcare
Medicare-certified since
October 1, 1984
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Fairfield County
CMS Certification Number
365636

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityOhio avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.2 / 53 / 5Average
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Worse
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
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)4 / 53.3 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility4.18 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)4.18 hrs3.69 hrs3.86 hrsBetter
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.76 hrs0.64 hrs0.69 hrsBetter
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.58 hrs2.09 hrs2.32 hrsBetter
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)4.00 hrs3.28 hrs3.42 hrsBetter
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)48.3%48.7%45.8%Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)55.6%43.9%42.9%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)111Worse

Inspections

This facility24Ohio 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)24109Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)1043Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)10980.780.6Worse

Penalties

This facility0Ohio 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)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$26,381$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityOhio avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds9688107
Average residents per day687486
Occupancy70.4%84.3%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility0%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)0%3.2%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)10.5%3.4%4.6%Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)9.2%8.8%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0.4%0.4%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0.7%0.2%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)3.9%5.3%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)2.8%6.1%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)3.8%6.2%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)9%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)29.8%25.5%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)36.5%21.4%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)98.3%94.5%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)85.9%92.7%93.6%Worse

Short-stay residents

This facility0.6%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)0.6%1.2%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)82.5%75.6%79.8%Average
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)47%78.5%82%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 48 health deficiencies and 15 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
March 4, 2026
Complaint
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 March 31, 2026
March 4, 2026
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 March 31, 2026
March 4, 2026
Complaint
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 31, 2026
November 17, 2025
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 19, 2025
November 17, 2025
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 19, 2025
November 17, 2025
Fire safety
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 19, 2025
November 17, 2025
Standard
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0577
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 19, 2025
November 17, 2025
Complaint
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
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 19, 2025
November 17, 2025
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 19, 2025
November 17, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 19, 2025
November 17, 2025
Standard
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 19, 2025
November 17, 2025
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 19, 2025
November 17, 2025
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 December 19, 2025
November 17, 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 December 19, 2025
November 17, 2025
Standard
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 19, 2025
November 17, 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 December 19, 2025
November 17, 2025
Standard
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 19, 2025
November 17, 2025
Standard
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 19, 2025
November 17, 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 December 19, 2025
November 17, 2025
Complaint
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 19, 2025
November 17, 2025
Standard
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0685
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 19, 2025
November 17, 2025
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 December 19, 2025
November 17, 2025
Standard
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 19, 2025
November 17, 2025
Complaint
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 19, 2025
November 17, 2025
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 December 19, 2025
November 17, 2025
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 December 19, 2025
November 17, 2025
Standard
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0576
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected December 19, 2025
December 26, 2024
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 14, 2025
December 26, 2024
Complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 14, 2025
December 26, 2024
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 14, 2025
December 26, 2024
Complaint
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected January 14, 2025
August 5, 2024
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 3, 2024
August 5, 2024
Fire safety
Have proper power supply for life support equipment.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0915
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 3, 2024
August 5, 2024
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 September 3, 2024
August 5, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 3, 2024
August 5, 2024
Fire safety
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 3, 2024
August 5, 2024
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 3, 2024
August 5, 2024
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
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 3, 2024
August 5, 2024
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 3, 2024
August 5, 2024
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 September 3, 2024
August 5, 2024
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 September 3, 2024
August 5, 2024
Complaint
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 September 3, 2024
August 5, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 3, 2024
August 5, 2024
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 September 3, 2024
August 10, 2023
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 10, 2023
Fire safety
Have proper power supply for life support equipment.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0915
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 1, 2023
August 10, 2023
Fire safety
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 10, 2023
Fire safety
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0753
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 10, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 10, 2023
Fire safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 10, 2023
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 October 20, 2023
August 10, 2023
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 October 20, 2023
August 10, 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 October 20, 2023
August 10, 2023
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 October 20, 2023
August 10, 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 October 20, 2023
August 10, 2023
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 October 20, 2023
August 10, 2023
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 10, 2023
Standard
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 10, 2023
Standard
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 20, 2023
August 10, 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 October 20, 2023
August 10, 2023
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 October 20, 2023
August 10, 2023
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 October 20, 2023
August 10, 2023
Standard
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 20, 2023

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.

NameRoleShareSince
EMBASSY HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT INC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/18/2025
HANDLER, AARON
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2020
HERITAGE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES, LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/18/2025
KUNAKA, KUDA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2025
REPCHICK, GEORGE
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2020
WILLIAMS, ELIJAH
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2025
EMBASSY HEALTHCARE HOLDINGS INC
Organization
direct ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2020
2020 GSR DYNASTY LLC
Organization
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE11/09/2022
AARON HANDLER FAMILY DYNASTY TRUST
Organization
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE11/09/2022
AH DYNASTY LLC
Organization
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE11/09/2022
GEORGE S. REPCHICK 2020 FAMILY DYNASTY TRUST
Organization
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE11/09/2022
HANDLER, AARON
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2020
REPCHICK, GEORGE
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2020
EMBASSY HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT INC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2020
HANDLER, AARON
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2020
HERITAGE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES, LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2020
KUNAKA, KUDA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2025
REPCHICK, GEORGE
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2020
WILLIAMS, ELIJAH
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2025

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Frequently asked questions

What is Pickerington Care and Rehabilitation's rating?

Pickerington Care and Rehabilitation has 3 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 Pickerington Care and Rehabilitation receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 24 citations, compared with a Ohio average of 10.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Pickerington Care and Rehabilitation 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 Pickerington Care and Rehabilitation?

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

Where is Pickerington Care and Rehabilitation and how do I contact it?

Pickerington Care and Rehabilitation is at 1300 Hill Road North, Pickerington, OH 43147. Phone: (614) 863-1858.

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.