Franklin County, Ohio · Nursing home
Otterbein Gahanna
2 of 5 overall from CMS
402 Liberty Way, Gahanna, OH 43230
At a glance
- Overall rating 2 of 5 Below the state average of 3.2
- Nurse time per resident, per day 3.85 hours Above the state average of 3.69
- Nursing staff who left in a year 61.5% Above the state average of 48.7%
- Health citations, last 3 inspection cycles 81 None at the harm level or above
- Fines in 3 years None None listed by CMS
- Certified beds in use 93.3% of 60 beds, on an average day
Arrows only show whether a figure is above or below the state average. They are not a judgment of the home.
Otterbein Gahanna is a 60-bed nursing home in Gahanna, Ohio (Franklin County). CMS rates it 2 of 5 stars overall as of Sep 2026. It reports 3.85 nurse staffing hours per resident per day, above the Ohio average of 3.69. CMS lists no fines in the past three years.
- Certified beds
- 60
- Residents per day (average)
- 56.0
- Certified since
- 2015 (11 yrs)
Non profit - Corporation Participates in Medicare and MedicaidPart of Otterbein Seniorlife (20 homes)
Bed use is this site's calculation: average residents per day divided by certified beds. It is an average, so it does not show today's openings.
Terms used on this page
- CMS
- The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that publishes the ratings, staffing figures, inspection results and penalties shown here.
- Certified beds
- The number of federally certified beds CMS lists for the home.
- Deficiency or citation
- A federal requirement that inspectors found the home did not meet. Each one gets a letter from A to L for how serious it was and how many residents were affected. What the letters mean
- Actual harm
- Letters G, H and I: actual harm to a resident that is not immediate jeopardy.
- Immediate jeopardy
- Letters J, K and L: the problem caused, or was likely to cause, serious injury, harm, impairment or death to a resident.
- Inspection cycle
- A standard inspection plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to it. This page shows the three most recent cycles.
- Special Focus Facility (SFF)
- A home CMS has placed under closer oversight because of its inspection record. More about the program
Questions to ask Otterbein Gahanna
Chosen from this home's public data.
- CMS counts 16 health deficiencies in the latest inspection cycle (the standard inspection on May 13, 2026 plus complaint and infection-control inspections); the Ohio average is 10.5. Which have been corrected?Inspection results in CMS data
- Nursing staff turnover is 61.5%, above the Ohio average of 48.7%. How often would the same aides care for my relative?Turnover in CMS data
- Registered nurse time is 0.52 hours per resident per day; the Ohio average is 0.64. Is an RN on site overnight?RN staffing in CMS data
More in what to ask on a nursing home tour.
CMS star ratings
- Overall 2 of 5 Ohio average 3.2
- Health inspections 2 of 5 Ohio average 2.8
- Staffing 3 of 5 Ohio average 2.4
- Quality measures 4 of 5 Ohio average 4.4
The vertical line marks the Ohio average. Ratings run from 1 to 5. How to read CMS star ratings
Nurse staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, as the home reported to CMS.
What these roles do
Nurse aides give most hands-on daily care, such as help with bathing, dressing and meals. Licensed practical nurses give medications and routine nursing care. Registered nurses assess residents and direct their care.
- All nursing staff 3.85 h Ohio average 3.69
- Nurse aides 2.55 h Ohio average 2.09
- Licensed practical nurses 0.77 h Ohio average 0.95
- Registered nurses 0.52 h Ohio average 0.64
- All staff, weekends 3.67 h Ohio average 3.28
How much nurse staffing is enough? All bars share one scale, 0 to 11 hours. The vertical line marks the Ohio average; the national average for all nursing staff is 3.86 hours.
- Nursing staff turnover61.5%
- Ohio average48.7%
- Registered nurse turnover66.7%
- Ohio average43.9%
- Administrators who left0
Quality measures
CMS calculates these from residents' assessments and Medicare claims. They are shown as published, next to the Ohio and national averages. marks the measures CMS uses in its quality star rating; for those, the rating gives more points for a lower rate.
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This home | Ohio | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 2.6% | 5.3% | 13.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 4.9% | 6.2% | 5.2% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 13.0% | 30.1% | 12.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 0.5% | 3.2% | 3.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 94.0% | 92.7% | 93.6% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 7.3% | 6.1% | 14.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 22.0% | 25.5% | 19.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 89.8% | 94.5% | 95.5% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 3.1% | 3.4% | 4.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 22.6% | 21.4% | 19.0% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 7.1% | 8.8% | 15.4% |
| ★ Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | Too few residents or stays to report | 1.73 | 1.90 |
| ★ Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | Too few residents or stays to report | 1.80 | 1.78 |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This home | Ohio | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 86.5% | 78.5% | 82.0% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 77.5% | 75.6% | 79.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 22.3% | 24.9% | 23.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 12.7% | 12.9% | 12.0% |
Measure periods: April 2025 to March 2026 for most measures; July 2024 to June 2025 for the flu vaccine measures; January to December 2025 for the hospital and emergency department measures, which CMS risk-adjusts. See the measures on Medicare.gov
Inspection history
Inspectors cited 81 health deficiencies in the three most recent inspection cycles. None was graded as actual harm or immediate jeopardy. 29 were cited in connection with a complaint investigation.
| Standard inspection | Health | Fire safety |
|---|---|---|
| May 13, 2026 | 16 | 0 |
| Sep 18, 2024 | 38 | 5 |
| May 26, 2023 | 27 | 4 |
Ohio homes averaged 10.5 health deficiencies in the latest cycle; the national average is 9.2. Each cycle's health count covers the standard inspection on that date plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to that cycle.
Health citations, three most recent inspection cycles (81)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 19, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
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.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 19, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 19, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 19, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 19, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 19, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 19, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide appropriate foot care.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 19, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 19, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 19, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Complaint investigation · Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 19, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
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.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 19, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 19, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Complaint investigation · Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 19, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 19, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Complaint investigation · Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 19, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 11, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 11, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 11, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Complaint investigation · Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 11, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.
Complaint investigation · Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 11, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Complaint investigation · Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 22, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Complaint investigation · Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 22, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Complaint investigation · Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 25, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Complaint investigation · Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 25, 2024)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Complaint investigation · Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 25, 2024)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 25, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 25, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 25, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 25, 2024)
Showing the 30 most recent of 81.
What severity letters A to L mean
Each sentence above is the requirement that was not met, in CMS's wording. For the inspection results as Medicare publishes them, open this home's page on Medicare.gov and look under "Health inspections".
Penalties, past three years
CMS lists no fines or payment denials for this home in the past three years.
Ohio homes averaged 0.6 fines and $26,381 in fine amounts; the national averages are 0.9 and $30,972.
Cost
Not in the public data. CMS does not publish what a nursing home charges.
Ask the home for its daily private-pay rate and whether a bed is open for your coverage. See what Medicare covers and how Medicaid pays for a nursing home.
Compared within Ohio
- Size718 of 922 by certified beds
- Ohio average residents per day73.7
- ChainOtterbein Seniorlife
- Chain average overall rating3.1 of 5
- Resident or family councilNone
- Homes in Gahanna3
- Homes in Franklin County57
Common questions
What is the CMS star rating for Otterbein Gahanna?
Otterbein Gahanna has an overall rating of 2 of 5 stars from CMS as of Sep 2026. Its health inspection rating is 2, staffing is 3 and quality measures is 4.
How many beds does Otterbein Gahanna have?
Otterbein Gahanna has 60 certified beds. It averages 56.0 residents per day, about 93.3% of its certified beds.
How much nursing care do residents get at Otterbein Gahanna?
The home reports 3.85 hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, including 0.52 hours from registered nurses. The Ohio average is 3.69 hours and 0.64 hours from registered nurses.
Has Otterbein Gahanna been fined?
CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.
Does Otterbein Gahanna accept Medicare or Medicaid?
CMS lists its participation as "Medicare and Medicaid". Ask the home whether a bed is open for your coverage.
Guides for families looking at this home
- Understanding the recordWhat to ask on a nursing home tourQuestions that turn a home's public record into a useful conversation when you tour, plus what to look for yourself.
- Understanding the recordInspection severity letters A to LHow inspectors grade each deficiency by harm and by how many residents were affected.
- Understanding the recordHow to read CMS star ratingsWhat the overall, health inspection, staffing and quality measure ratings cover, and what they leave out.
Nearest nursing homes
- 2 of 5 The Laurels of Gahanna 112beds 91.5%in use 3.93nurse hours a day
- 3 of 5 New Albany Care Center 67beds 89.6%in use 4.01nurse hours a day
- – not rated Continuing Healthcare of Gahanna 94beds 96.7%in use 3.11nurse hours a day
Sorted by straight-line distance. This is not a ranking or a recommendation. Compare all homes in Franklin County
Who to call in Ohio
These offices serve residents of every nursing home in Ohio.
- Long-term care ombudsman Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman 1-800-282-1206 An advocate for residents and their families.
- File a complaint about a nursing home Complaint Unit 1-800-342-0553 The state agency that inspects nursing homes.
Ohio staffing, bed-hold and Medicaid rules · Residents' rights in every state
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home datasets processed Sep 1, 2026. CMS Certification Number 366430. See this home's official record on Medicare.gov
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