nursing home in Cincinnati, OH

Cottingham Retirement Community

3995 Cottingham Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45241 · (513) 563-3600

★★★★★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

Cottingham Retirement Community at a glance

Cottingham Retirement Community is a 60-bed for-profit nursing home in Cincinnati, Ohio (Hamilton 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 3 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.7 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (February 12, 2026) found 11 health citations. The Ohio average is 10.3.

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

Nursing staff turnover is 47.7% per year (state average 48.7%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Limited Liability Company
Beds
60
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Lionstone Care
Medicare-certified since
February 22, 1985
Continuing care retirement community
Yes
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Hamilton County
CMS Certification Number
365652

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

Staffing

This facility2.99 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)2.99 hrs3.69 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.61 hrs0.64 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.63 hrs2.09 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.71 hrs3.28 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)47.7%48.7%45.8%Average
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)16.7%43.9%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)011Better

Inspections

This facility11Ohio 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)11109Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)343Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)71.580.780.6Better

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 beds6088107
Average residents per day577486
Occupancy94.5%84.3%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility4.4%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)4.4%3.2%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)2.4%3.4%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)7.4%8.8%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)1%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)2.5%5.3%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)3%6.1%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)9.1%6.2%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)45.1%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)37.1%25.5%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)26.5%21.4%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)97.7%94.5%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)93.6%92.7%93.6%Average

Short-stay residents

This facility1.9%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)1.9%1.2%1.6%Worse
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)25.4%75.6%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)88.5%78.5%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 19 health deficiencies and 18 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".

DateCitationSeverityStatus
February 12, 2026
Fire safety
Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0541
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 25, 2026
February 12, 2026
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 25, 2026
February 12, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 25, 2026
February 12, 2026
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 25, 2026
February 12, 2026
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 25, 2026
February 12, 2026
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 25, 2026
February 12, 2026
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 March 25, 2026
February 12, 2026
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 25, 2026
February 12, 2026
Standard
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 25, 2026
February 12, 2026
Standard
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 25, 2026
February 12, 2026
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 March 25, 2026
February 12, 2026
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 March 25, 2026
February 12, 2026
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 March 25, 2026
December 29, 2025
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 11, 2026
September 10, 2025
Complaint
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0770
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 29, 2025
December 11, 2024
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 26, 2024
December 11, 2024
Complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 26, 2024
August 19, 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 September 7, 2022
August 19, 2022
Fire safety
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 7, 2022
August 19, 2022
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 7, 2022
August 19, 2022
Fire safety
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 7, 2022
August 19, 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 September 7, 2022
August 19, 2022
Fire safety
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 7, 2022
August 19, 2022
Fire safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 7, 2022
August 19, 2022
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 7, 2022
August 19, 2022
Fire safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 7, 2022
August 19, 2022
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
J
Immediate jeopardy, isolated
Corrected September 7, 2022
August 19, 2022
Standard
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 7, 2022
August 19, 2022
Standard
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 7, 2022
May 2, 2019
Fire safety
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 24, 2019
May 2, 2019
Fire safety
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 24, 2019
May 2, 2019
Fire safety
Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.
Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0131
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 24, 2019
May 2, 2019
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 24, 2019
May 2, 2019
Fire safety
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected June 14, 2019
May 2, 2019
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 24, 2019
May 2, 2019
Standard
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 2, 2019
May 2, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 24, 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.

NameRoleShareSince
KAZARNOVSKY, SOLOMON
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest50%06/01/2020
STEIN, ABBA
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest50%06/01/2020
CUSNER, ADAM
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/27/2025
DEGYANSKY, JEFFREY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2021
GOLDISH, ELIEZER
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/09/2023
KAZARNOVSKY, SOLOMON
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2020
STEIN, ABBA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2020
CUSNER, ADAM
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE01/27/2025
DEGYANSKY, JEFFREY
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2020
GOLDISH, ELIEZER
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE10/09/2023
CUSNER, ADAM
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/27/2025
DEGYANSKY, JEFFREY
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2021
GOLDISH, ELIEZER
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE10/09/2023
KAZARNOVSKY, SOLOMON
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2020
STEIN, ABBA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2020

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Frequently asked questions

What is Cottingham Retirement Community's rating?

Cottingham Retirement Community 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 Cottingham Retirement Community receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 11 citations, compared with a Ohio average of 10.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Cottingham Retirement Community 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 Cottingham Retirement Community?

It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Lionstone Care. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Cottingham Retirement Community and how do I contact it?

Cottingham Retirement Community is at 3995 Cottingham Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45241. Phone: (513) 563-3600.

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.