Otterbein Union Township
1114 Neighborhood Drive · Batavia, OH · 45103 · 5139335409
60 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Otterbein Seniorlife
The composite number cleared 72 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
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: 3 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.32 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.68 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.10 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 60% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $7,008 |
Inspection citations (26 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2026
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected February 24, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 15, 2026
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected February 24, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E January 15, 2026
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected February 24, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 15, 2026
Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.
Corrected February 24, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 24, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2026
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Corrected February 24, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 15, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 24, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Actual harm · G August 15, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Past Non-Compliance · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 8, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G August 12, 2022
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected September 7, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2022
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected September 7, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2022
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected September 7, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2022
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 September 7, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2022
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected September 7, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 12, 2022
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected September 7, 2022 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2022
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected September 7, 2022 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2022
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected September 7, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2022
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.
Corrected September 7, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E August 12, 2022
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Corrected September 7, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F August 12, 2022
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 7, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2019
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected September 19, 2019 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2019
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected September 19, 2019 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2019
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected September 19, 2019 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2019
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected September 19, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2019
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected September 19, 2019 · Pharmacy Service
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| August 15, 2025 | Fine | $7,008 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 366439 · certified since February 26, 2016. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.