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LAURELS OF DEFIANCE THE

Grade B 81/100 composite score

For profit - Corporation

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
3/5
Health Insp.
3/5
Quality
4/5
Staffing
3/5
RN Staffing
Not rated

Certified Beds

107

Ownership

For profit - Corporation

Total Fines

None

Last Survey

N/A

1701 S JEFFERSON AVE, DEFIANCE, OH 43512
4197827879

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Staffing Hours & Turnover

Hours per Resident per Day (PBJ)

RN
0.58h
LPN
1.12h
CNA
1.71h
Total
3.41h
Facility
State Average

Turnover Rates

RN Turnover
N/A
Total Nurse Turnover
N/A
Admin Turnover
N/A

Ownership

LAUREL HEALTH CARE HOLDINGS, INC.

Organization5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTSince Feb 2016

100%

LAUREL ACQUISITION HOLDING CORPORATION

Organization5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTSince Feb 2016

MOHAMMAD A QAZI LIVING TRUST DATED 09/26/97

Organization5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTSince Feb 2016

QAZI, MOHAMMAD

Individual5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTSince Feb 2016

LAUREL HEALTH CARE COMPANY

OrganizationOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Jan 2016

KARATSORIDIS, STAVROS

IndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Jan 2025

KHAN, ANIS

IndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Feb 2016

POTTS, KANDACE

IndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Mar 2021

QAZI, MOHAMMAD

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince Feb 2016

KHAN, ANIS

IndividualCORPORATE OFFICERSince Feb 2016

QAZI, MOHAMMAD

IndividualCORPORATE OFFICERSince Feb 2016

STOBB, DAVID

IndividualCORPORATE OFFICERSince Feb 2016

Penalties & Fines

No penalties or fines on record.

Health Inspection Deficiencies (32)

June 12, 2025Health2 deficiencies
0690DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 18, 2025
0880DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 18, 2025
November 8, 2023Health1 deficiency
0606FMinimal harm, Widespread

Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Dec 12, 2023
April 6, 2023Health9 deficiencies
0561DMinimal harm, Isolated

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected May 5, 2023
0580DMinimal harm, Isolated

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected May 5, 2023
0584EMinimal harm, Pattern

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.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected May 5, 2023
0677DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected May 5, 2023
0689DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected May 5, 2023
0758DMinimal harm, Isolated

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.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected May 5, 2023
0761DMinimal 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 Deficiencies

Corrected May 5, 2023
0805DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected May 5, 2023
0887EMinimal harm, Pattern

Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected May 5, 2023
December 5, 2019Health6 deficiencies1 severe
0604DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 14, 2020
0607DMinimal harm, Isolated

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 14, 2020
0609DMinimal harm, Isolated

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 14, 2020
0677DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 14, 2020
0689GActual harm, Isolated

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Jun 13, 2019
0881DMinimal harm, Isolated

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 14, 2020
October 18, 2018Health14 deficiencies
0550DMinimal harm, Isolated

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 27, 2018
0558DMinimal harm, Isolated

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 27, 2018
0580DMinimal harm, Isolated

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 27, 2018
0623DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 27, 2018
0625DMinimal harm, Isolated

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 27, 2018
0657DMinimal harm, Isolated

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 27, 2018
0684DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 27, 2018
0686DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 27, 2018
0692DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 27, 2018
0695DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 27, 2018
0755DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 27, 2018
0759DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 27, 2018
0761DMinimal 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 Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 27, 2018
0808DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected Nov 27, 2018

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CareGrader rating for LAURELS OF DEFIANCE THE?

LAURELS OF DEFIANCE THE in DEFIANCE, Ohio has a CareGrader grade of B (Good), with a composite score of 81.3 out of 100. This grade is based on health inspections, staffing levels, quality measures, and penalty history from official CMS government data.

What is the CMS star rating for LAURELS OF DEFIANCE THE?

LAURELS OF DEFIANCE THE has an overall CMS star rating of 3 out of 5, a health inspection rating of 3/5, and a staffing rating of 3/5. CareGrader combines this with additional data to calculate an A-F grade.

How many health deficiencies does LAURELS OF DEFIANCE THE have?

LAURELS OF DEFIANCE THE has 32 health deficiencies on record from CMS health inspection surveys. Deficiencies are rated from A (minimal harm potential) to L (immediate jeopardy, widespread). View the full inspection timeline above for details on each deficiency.

How many beds does LAURELS OF DEFIANCE THE have?

LAURELS OF DEFIANCE THE has 107 certified beds with approximately 84 current residents (79% occupancy). The facility is located at 1701 S JEFFERSON AVE, DEFIANCE, Ohio 43512. It is a for profit - corporation facility.

Data Disclaimer

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