Wexner Heritage House
1151 College Avenue · Columbus, OH · 43209 · 6142314900
99 certified beds Non profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- 3 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
Red flags
3 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
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: 1 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.63 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.71 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.16 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 49% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (72 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G December 29, 2025
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 February 13, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 29, 2025
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 February 13, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 29, 2025
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 29, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 29, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 29, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 29, 2025
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 29, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 29, 2025
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D December 29, 2025
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 29, 2025
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 February 13, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 29, 2025
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D December 29, 2025
Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E December 29, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E December 29, 2025
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F December 29, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F December 29, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D December 29, 2025
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D November 10, 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 November 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 12, 2025 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G October 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected November 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected November 12, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D October 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Corrected November 12, 2025 · Administration
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Actual harm · G June 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected July 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| December 29, 2025 | Payment Denial | 17 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 365026 · certified since January 1, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.