Cycle 1
Health 2025-05-08 · Fire 2025-05-08
0 health deficiencies
No concentrated health issue counts in this cycle.
4 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)
Blanchester, OH
Laurels Of Blanchester, The
5-star overall rating with 5-star inspections with 4 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
839 East Cherry Street, Blanchester, OH
(937) 783-4911
Overall
5 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
5 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
4 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
5 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
50
Certified beds
Average residents
47
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Ciena Healthcare/Laurel Health Care
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1981-03-06
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.54
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
1.08
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.14
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
3.13
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
29%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
37%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% |
92.4%
7.6 pts better
|
93.4%
6.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 70.3% |
94.5%
24.2 pts worse
|
95.5%
25.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 2.2% |
3.3%
1.1 pts better
|
3.3%
1.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 1.7% |
26.1%
24.4 pts better
|
11.4%
9.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 8.6% |
6.2%
2.4 pts worse
|
5.4%
3.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 41.4% |
25.4%
16 pts worse
|
19.6%
21.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 3.0% |
11.5%
8.5 pts better
|
16.7%
13.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 9.3% |
7.7%
1.6 pts worse
|
16.3%
7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 5.7% |
6.2%
0.5 pts better
|
14.9%
9.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.0% |
0.2%
0.2 pts better
|
1.0%
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.0% |
0.5%
0.5 pts better
|
1.7%
1.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 23.6% |
21.7%
1.9 pts worse
|
19.8%
3.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 4.8% |
3.7%
1.1 pts worse
|
5.1%
0.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 98.3% |
78.1%
20.2 pts better
|
81.7%
16.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 1.8% |
12.5%
10.7 pts better
|
12.0%
10.2 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.0% |
1.2%
1.2 pts better
|
1.6%
1.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 97.3% |
75.6%
21.7 pts better
|
79.7%
17.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 16.4% |
25.1%
8.7 pts better
|
23.9%
7.5 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2022-04-18 · Fire 2022-04-18
9 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (4 deficiencies)
8 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Egress (2 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2019-07-11 · Fire 2019-07-11
9 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (4 deficiencies)
6 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-08
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2025-05-27
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-08
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2025-05-27
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-08
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2025-05-27
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-08
K521 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2025-05-27
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-18
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2022-06-07
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-18
K521 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2022-06-07
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-18
K711 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Corrected 2022-06-07
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-18
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2022-06-07
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-18
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2022-06-07
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-18
K222 · Egress Deficiencies
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.
Corrected 2022-06-07
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-18
K271 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Corrected 2022-06-07
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-18
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2022-06-07
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-07-11
K291 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2019-08-27
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-07-11
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2019-08-27
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-07-11
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2019-08-27
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-07-11
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2019-08-27
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-07-11
K753 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Corrected 2019-08-27
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-07-11
K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2019-08-27
Inspection history
Recent health citations
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-05-30
F580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2023-06-21
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-18
F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected 2022-06-07
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-18
F756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected 2022-06-07
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-18
F637 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected 2022-06-07
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-18
F640 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Corrected 2022-06-07
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-18
F646 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition.
Corrected 2022-06-07
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-18
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2022-06-07
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-18
F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected 2022-06-07
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-18
F759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected 2022-06-07
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-04-18
F919 · Environmental Deficiencies
Health
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected 2022-06-07
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-07-11
F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2019-08-27
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-07-11
F578 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
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.
Corrected 2019-08-27
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-07-11
F623 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected 2019-08-27
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-07-11
F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2019-08-27
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-07-11
F644 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected 2019-08-27
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-07-11
F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2019-08-27
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-07-11
F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected 2019-08-27
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-07-11
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2019-08-27
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
Ownership
Laurel Health Care Holdings, Inc.
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Byrom, Lori
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Khan, Anis
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Laruffa, Catherine
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Laurel Acquisition Holding Corporation
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
Laurel Health Care Company
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Mohammad A Qazi Living Trust Dated 09/26/97
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
Qazi, Mohammad
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
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