Dixon Healthcare Center
135 Reichart Avenue · Wintersville, OH · 43953 · 7402641155
85 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Communicare Health
Why this verdict
- Carries CMS’s abuse warning icon.
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (2 citations).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $195,872 in fines in the last 24 months.
Red flags
Special Focus Facility candidate
CMS lists this facility as a candidate for its Special Focus program for persistently poor inspection performance.
CMS abuse warning
CMS flags this facility with its abuse icon: cited for abuse that caused harm in the past year, or potential harm in the past two years.
2 immediate-jeopardy citations 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.
3 abuse-related citations at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
$195,872 in federal fines in the last 24 months
3 fines — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
65% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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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: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.52 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.99 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.18 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 65% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $195,872 |
Inspection citations (88 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected February 4, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected February 4, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected February 4, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 4, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 17, 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 November 19, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Immediate jeopardy · J July 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E July 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 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 August 18, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F July 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Environmental
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Immediate jeopardy · J June 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected July 29, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected July 29, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 29, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Corrected July 29, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D June 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 July 29, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 29, 2025 · Infection Control
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No harm found · C June 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected July 29, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Immediate jeopardy · J March 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected April 7, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected April 7, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected April 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected April 7, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| June 2, 2025 | Fine | $96,753 |
| June 2, 2025 | Payment Denial | 54 days |
| March 20, 2025 | Fine | $84,686 |
| August 22, 2024 | Fine | $14,433 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 365629 · certified since June 21, 1984. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.