Public Record
Columbus Alzheimer's Care Ctr
From CMS
Facility profile
- CMS overall rating
- 2 / 5
- Certified beds
- 99
- Avg. residents per day
- 97.7
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Inspection record
On record from CMS
- Citations on record
- 63
- Inspections on file
- 9
- Last inspection
- 2025-03-10
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Citations
63 citations on record
Each deficiency cited on a CMS health inspection of this facility, sourced from the federal record. Open a report for the raw CMS Scope and Severity grade on each finding.
What do CMS severity letters mean?
Serious (G-L). Actual harm to a resident, or immediate jeopardy. Codes G through I indicate actual harm; J through L indicate immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.
General (A-F). No actual harm found, or harm that is minimal. The facility must still submit a Plan of Correction. Most CMS citations land here.
Each letter combines severity with scope: how many residents the deficiency affected.
- 0600Seriousactual harm
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
- 0689Seriousactual harm
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
- 0610Generalpotential for harm
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
- 0919Generalpotential for harm
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
- 0609Generalpotential for harm
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
- 0363Generalpotential for harm
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
- 0711Generalpotential for harm
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
- 0741Generalpotential for harm
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
- 0676Generalpotential for harm
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
- 0679Generalpotential for harm
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
- 0685Generalpotential for harm
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
- 0686Generalpotential for harm
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
- 0693Generalpotential for harm
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.
- 0760Generalpotential for harm
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
- 0812Generalpotential for harm
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
- 0838Generalpotential for harm
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
- 0843Generalno actual harm
Have an agreement with at least one or more hospitals certified by Medicare or Medicaid to make sure residents can be moved quickly to the hospital when they need medical care.
- 0880Generalpotential for harm
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
- 0211Generalpotential for harm
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
- 0271Generalpotential for harm
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
- 0324Generalpotential for harm
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
- 0353Generalpotential for harm
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- 0355Generalpotential for harm
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
- 0680Generalpotential for harm
Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.
- 0684Generalpotential for harm
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
- 0759Generalpotential for harm
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
- 0761Generalpotential for harm
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.
- 0567Generalpotential for harm
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
- 0580Generalpotential for harm
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
- 0584Generalpotential for harm
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.
- 0013Generalpotential for harm
Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.
- 0161Generalpotential for harm
Use approved construction type or materials.
- 0232Generalpotential for harm
Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.
- 0729Generalpotential for harm
Verify that a nurse aide has been trained; and if they haven't worked as a nurse aide for 2 years, receive retraining.
- 0584Generalpotential for harm
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.
- 0679Generalpotential for harm
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
- 0001Generalno actual harm
Establish an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
- 0324Generalpotential for harm
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
- 0351Generalpotential for harm
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
- 0711Generalpotential for harm
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
- 0919Generalpotential for harm
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
- 0880Generalpotential for harm
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
- 0521Generalpotential for harm
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- 0918Generalpotential for harm
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
- 0712Generalpotential for harm
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
- 0918Generalpotential for harm
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
- 0578Generalpotential for harm
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.
- 0689Generalpotential for harm
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
- 0755Generalpotential for harm
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
- 0658Generalpotential for harm
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
- 0758Generalpotential for harm
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
- 0759Generalpotential for harm
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
- 0812Generalpotential for harm
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
- 0880Generalpotential for harm
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
- 0004Generalno actual harm
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
- 0029Generalpotential for harm
Develop a communication plan.
- 0036Generalpotential for harm
Establish emergency prep training and testing.
- 0291Generalpotential for harm
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
- 0321Generalpotential for harm
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
- 0351Generalpotential for harm
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
- 0353Generalpotential for harm
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- 0511Generalpotential for harm
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
- 0914Generalpotential for harm
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Inspection history
Every health inspection on record
Each CMS health inspection of this facility, and the deficiencies the surveyors cited. Where the verbatim Form 2567 statement of deficiencies is on file, it links to the full report.
- Inspection2 deficiencies
F 0600 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Level of Harm - Actual harm Residents Affected - Few **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, review of…
Read full statement of deficiencies - Inspection3 deficiencies
F 0609 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on staff…
Read full statement of deficiencies - Inspection28 deficiencies
F 0567 Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, family interview, staff interviews, and policy review the facility…
Read full statement of deficiencies - View inspection reportInspection28 deficiencies
- Inspection1 deficiency
F 0729 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Many Verify that a nurse aide has been trained; and if they haven't worked as a nurse aide for 2 years, receive retraining. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** THE FOLLOWING…
Read full statement of deficiencies - View inspection reportInspection11 deficiencies
- Inspection11 deficiencies
F 0584 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few 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. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN…
Read full statement of deficiencies - View inspection reportInspection18 deficiencies
- Inspection18 deficiencies
F 0578 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few 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. Based on review of the…
Read full statement of deficiencies
FAQ
Questions and answers
- What is Columbus Alzheimer's Care Ctr?
- Columbus Alzheimer's Care Ctr is a Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home in Columbus, OH, tracked by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Its CMS Certification Number (CCN) is 365839.
- What is the CMS rating for Columbus Alzheimer's Care Ctr?
- Columbus Alzheimer's Care Ctr has a CMS overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars. CMS rates nursing homes on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
- How many beds does Columbus Alzheimer's Care Ctr have?
- Columbus Alzheimer's Care Ctr is certified for 99 beds. It serves an average of 97.7 residents per day.
- How many citations does Columbus Alzheimer's Care Ctr have?
- Columbus Alzheimer's Care Ctr has 63 citations on record from CMS health inspections, each tied to a federal deficiency tag.
- When was Columbus Alzheimer's Care Ctr last inspected?
- Columbus Alzheimer's Care Ctr was last inspected on March 10, 2025. CMS surveys nursing homes about once a year and after complaints.
- What can I do if I have concerns about care at this facility?
- Start by raising the concern with the facility administrator or director of nursing. Every state also runs a free long-term care ombudsman program that advocates for residents and families; the federal Eldercare Locator at eldercare.acl.gov can connect you with yours. Complaints about quality of care can also be filed with your state survey agency.
*Sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). See the official record on CMS Care Compare. If you believe any information is inaccurate, report it here.
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