Altercare Zanesville Inc.
4200 Harrington Drive · Zanesville, OH · 43701 · 7404524351
99 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Altercare
Why this verdict
- Federal penalties on record: $163,836 in fines in the last 24 months.
- 3 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
2 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
$163,836 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.76 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.58 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.51 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 55% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $198,156 |
Inspection citations (52 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D May 1, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected May 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E May 1, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 30, 2025 · Infection Control
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Immediate jeopardy · J March 20, 2025 · found via 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.
Corrected April 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Corrected April 3, 2025 · Administration
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Immediate jeopardy · J February 18, 2025 · found via 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.
Corrected April 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G January 21, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected March 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 21, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected February 18, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 10, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected February 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 10, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected February 18, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected November 27, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 22, 2024 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected November 27, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 22, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Corrected November 27, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E September 20, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected October 3, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E September 20, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 3, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D September 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected October 3, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 3, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 7, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected October 3, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 7, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 3, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 7, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Corrected October 3, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Actual harm · G February 5, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 29, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 5, 2024
Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
Corrected February 29, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 5, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 29, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 5, 2024
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected February 29, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F February 5, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 29, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 5, 2024
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.
Corrected February 29, 2024 · Infection Control
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| December 10, 2024 | Fine | $163,836 |
| December 10, 2024 | Payment Denial | 45 days |
| February 5, 2024 | Fine | $34,320 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 366429 · certified since November 4, 2015. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.