nursing home in Cincinnati, OH

Forest Hills Healthcare Center.

8700 Moran Road, Cincinnati, OH 45244 · (513) 578-6200

★★★★★4
Above average
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

Forest Hills Healthcare Center. at a glance

Forest Hills Healthcare Center. is a 138-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 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.7 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (April 30, 2026) found 11 health citations. The Ohio average is 10.3.

Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $16,801.

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

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Limited Liability Company
Beds
138
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Communicare Health
Medicare-certified since
September 15, 2010
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Hamilton County
CMS Certification Number
366389

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)4 / 52.4 / 52.9 / 5Better
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)5 / 53.3 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility3.71 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)3.71 hrs3.69 hrs3.86 hrsAverage
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.89 hrs0.64 hrs0.69 hrsBetter
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.01 hrs2.09 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.39 hrs3.28 hrs3.42 hrsAverage
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)48.3%48.7%45.8%Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)21.1%43.9%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)211Worse

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)743Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)6480.780.6Better

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)$16,801$26,381$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)111Average

Size

MeasureThis facilityOhio avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds13888107
Average residents per day1157486
Occupancy83%84.3%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility4.9%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)4.9%3.2%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)1.8%3.4%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)5.1%8.8%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)1.1%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)5.2%5.3%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)8.7%6.1%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)3.2%6.2%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)41.5%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)25.7%25.5%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)19.8%21.4%19%Average
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)90.9%94.5%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)92.7%92.7%93.6%Average

Short-stay residents

This facility0%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%1.2%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)33.8%75.6%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)50.2%78.5%82%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 29 health deficiencies and 10 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".

DateCitationSeverityStatus
April 30, 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 May 29, 2026
April 30, 2026
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 29, 2026
April 30, 2026
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 29, 2026
April 30, 2026
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
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 29, 2026
April 30, 2026
Standard
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 29, 2026
April 30, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 29, 2026
April 30, 2026
Complaint
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0565
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 29, 2026
April 30, 2026
Complaint
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 May 29, 2026
April 30, 2026
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 29, 2026
April 30, 2026
Complaint
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 29, 2026
April 30, 2026
Complaint
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 May 29, 2026
April 30, 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 May 29, 2026
April 30, 2026
Standard
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 29, 2026
April 30, 2026
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 29, 2026
November 6, 2025
Complaint
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 24, 2025
November 6, 2025
Complaint
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0685
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 24, 2025
May 16, 2025
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 5, 2025
May 16, 2025
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 5, 2025
May 16, 2025
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 5, 2025
May 16, 2025
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 July 5, 2025
May 16, 2025
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 July 5, 2025
May 16, 2025
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 July 5, 2025
January 31, 2025
Complaint
Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0573
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 7, 2025
December 20, 2024
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 January 17, 2025
December 20, 2024
Complaint
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0770
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 17, 2025
December 20, 2024
Complaint
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 17, 2025
May 14, 2024
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
J
Immediate jeopardy, isolated
Corrected April 26, 2024
May 14, 2024
Complaint
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 15, 2024
July 21, 2022
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 17, 2022
July 21, 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 November 17, 2022
July 21, 2022
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 17, 2022
July 21, 2022
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 17, 2022
July 21, 2022
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 November 17, 2022
July 21, 2022
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected November 17, 2022
July 21, 2022
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected November 17, 2022
July 21, 2022
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected November 17, 2022
July 21, 2022
Standard
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 17, 2022
July 21, 2022
Standard
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 17, 2022
July 21, 2022
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 November 17, 2022

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 $16,801 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
May 14, 2024Fine$16,801

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
RONALD S. WILHEIM 2012 SPOUSAL TRUST
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest—07/01/2021
ABDULLAH, ANTHONY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/12/2024
BENNETT FRANKART, DAYNA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2021
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
MORAN MGT CO., LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE05/06/2025
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
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
ABDULLAH, ANTHONY
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/12/2024
BENNETT FRANKART, DAYNA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2021
GROVES, DONNA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE04/14/2023
MORAN MGT CO., LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2021
ROMEO, DOMINIC
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2023

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Frequently asked questions

What is Forest Hills Healthcare Center.'s rating?

Forest Hills 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 Forest Hills Healthcare Center. 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 Forest Hills 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 Forest Hills Healthcare Center.?

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

Where is Forest Hills Healthcare Center. and how do I contact it?

Forest Hills Healthcare Center. is at 8700 Moran Road, Cincinnati, OH 45244. Phone: (513) 578-6200.

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.