Altercare Thornville Inc.
14100 Zion Road · Thornville, OH · 43076 · 7402465253
50 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Altercare
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Federal penalties on record: $97,565 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
$97,565 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.96 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.07 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.35 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 49% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $97,565 |
Inspection citations (36 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D February 19, 2026
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected March 10, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 19, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 10, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 19, 2026
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected March 10, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 19, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 10, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 19, 2026
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected March 10, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Immediate jeopardy · J September 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected September 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected October 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected October 16, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D September 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected September 26, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 16, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected December 10, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2024
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 December 10, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E November 14, 2024
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.
Corrected December 10, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2024
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected December 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected December 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected December 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F November 14, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected December 10, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E January 3, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected January 16, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E January 3, 2024 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected January 16, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 10, 2023
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 September 1, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 10, 2023
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected September 1, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 10, 2023
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected September 1, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 10, 2023
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected September 1, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 2, 2025 | Fine | $97,565 |
| September 2, 2025 | Payment Denial | 23 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 366369 · certified since November 10, 2008. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.