Worth Considering
5
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Columbus, Ohio
5 of 31 nursing homes in Columbus (16%) meet our strict criteria. The Ohio statewide average is 29%.
5 recommended · 4 caution · 22 avoid · data
City Average
2.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
2,888
across 31 facilities
High Risk Facilities
22
17 Grade F
$2,498,424 in combined fines
Zero Fines
12
/31
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 5?
The nursing home market in Columbus, Ohio, is strong, with 31 facilities and 16% recommended. Families should note that while the top facility, Worthington Christian Village, boasts a 5-star rating, 22 facilities have incurred significant fines totaling $2,483,744.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 WORTHINGTON CHRISTIAN VILLAGE (93) — Worthington Christian Village stands out with a perfect Trust Score of 93 and an impressive CMS 5★ rating. As a non-profit, church-related facility, it focuses on compassionate, community-oriented care, ensuring residents receive the support they need in a nurturing environment.
- 2 MOHUN HEALTH CARE CENTER (90) — Mohun Health Care Center excels with a Trust Score of 90 and a CMS 5★ rating, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. This non-profit, church-related facility is dedicated to serving the community, providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere for its 72 residents.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 3 WESTERWOOD REHABILITATION (85) — Westerwood Rehabilitation boasts a solid Trust Score of 85 and a CMS 5★ rating, indicating high standards of care. As a non-profit corporation, it focuses on rehabilitation and recovery in a supportive setting, making it a reliable choice for families seeking quality services for their loved ones.
- 4 HIGHBANKS CARE CENTER (80) — Highbanks Care Center is a for-profit facility with a Trust Score of 80 and a CMS 5★ rating, demonstrating its commitment to providing quality care. With 56 beds, it offers tailored services to meet individual needs, ensuring a comfortable environment for residents.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 5 WESLEY GLEN HEALTH SERVICES CORP (75) — Wesley Glen Health Services Corp has a Trust Score of 75 and a CMS 5★ rating, showcasing its dedication to quality care. As a non-profit corporation, it emphasizes community engagement and personalized services, making it a commendable choice for families seeking supportive care options.
The other 26 Columbus facilities didn't qualify — 22 carry Grade D or F ratings and 19 have fines totaling $2.5M.
Recommended
Worthington Christian Village stands out with a perfect Trust Score of 93 and an impressive CMS 5★ rating. As a non-profit, church-related facility, it focuses on compassionate, community-oriented care, ensuring residents receive the support they need in a nurturing environment.
Mohun Health Care Center excels with a Trust Score of 90 and a CMS 5★ rating, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. This non-profit, church-related facility is dedicated to serving the community, providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere for its 72 residents.
Westerwood Rehabilitation boasts a solid Trust Score of 85 and a CMS 5★ rating, indicating high standards of care. As a non-profit corporation, it focuses on rehabilitation and recovery in a supportive setting, making it a reliable choice for families seeking quality services for their loved ones.
Highbanks Care Center is a for-profit facility with a Trust Score of 80 and a CMS 5★ rating, demonstrating its commitment to providing quality care. With 56 beds, it offers tailored services to meet individual needs, ensuring a comfortable environment for residents.
Wesley Glen Health Services Corp has a Trust Score of 75 and a CMS 5★ rating, showcasing its dedication to quality care. As a non-profit corporation, it emphasizes community engagement and personalized services, making it a commendable choice for families seeking supportive care options.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Columbus Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 26?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 17 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 19 Have fines totaling $2,498,424
- Low-scoring facilities
- 9 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 4 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Columbus Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Columbus's city average is 2.5 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
19 of 31 Columbus facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Columbus avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Columbus facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Columbus, OH are recommended?
5 of 31 nursing homes in Columbus (16%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Columbus "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Columbus?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.