BRIARFIELD PLACE
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Briarfield Place in Boardman, Ohio, has received an excellent Trust Grade of A, indicating a high level of care and service. Ranking #34 out of 913 facilities in Ohio places it in the top half, while being #3 out of 29 in Mahoning County shows it has only two local competitors that are better. The facility is improving, having reduced its issues from 6 in 2023 to 3 in 2024. Staffing is a strong point, with a 4/5 rating and a turnover rate of 30%, which is significantly lower than the state average, indicating that staff are stable and familiar with the residents. However, there are some concerns: there have been issues with food sanitation practices, such as a staff member not wearing a beard guard while handling food, and food not being properly labeled or dated, which could affect the health of residents. Additionally, there is less RN coverage than 89% of Ohio facilities, which could impact the level of care provided. Overall, while Briarfield Place has strong staffing and a good reputation, families should be aware of the recent food safety concerns.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Ohio
- #34/913
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 30% turnover. Near Ohio's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Ohio facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 25 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Ohio. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ○ Average
- 9 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover below average (30%)
18 points below Ohio average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
15pts below Ohio avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
The Ugly 9 deficiencies on record
May 2024
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, medical record review, staff interview and policy review the facility failed to ensure peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC) were flushed appropriately and as ordered by...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, resident interview, medical record review, review of manufacturer's instructions and staff interview the facility failed to ensure respiratory equipment including continuous posi...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, interview and review of facility policy, the facility failed to ensure food was served in a...
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Jun 2023
6 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0578
(Tag F0578)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on medical record review, interview, and facility policy review the facility failed to ensure a resident's wish regarding end-of-life measures was clearly identified in the medical record. This ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. Review of medical record revealed Resident #16 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including acute kidney f...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0692
(Tag F0692)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview, record review, and review of weight policy revealed the facility did not ensure weights were obtained as ord...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview, observation, record review, and facility policy review the facility did not ensure Resident #167 had an order for oxygen and had appropriate signage indicating oxygen was in use on...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0655
(Tag F0655)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 4. Review of medical record revealed Resident #56 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and expired at facility on [DATE]. Diag...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation, staff interview, and review of the facility policy the facility failed to ensure all food was labeled, dated, and discarded properly. The facility identified all residents receiv...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade A (90/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Ohio.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Ohio facilities.
- • 30% turnover. Below Ohio's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Briarfield Place's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns BRIARFIELD PLACE an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Ohio, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Briarfield Place Staffed?
CMS rates BRIARFIELD PLACE's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 30%, compared to the Ohio average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Briarfield Place?
State health inspectors documented 9 deficiencies at BRIARFIELD PLACE during 2023 to 2024. These included: 9 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Briarfield Place?
BRIARFIELD PLACE is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 58 certified beds and approximately 54 residents (about 93% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in BOARDMAN, Ohio.
How Does Briarfield Place Compare to Other Ohio Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Ohio, BRIARFIELD PLACE's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.2, staff turnover (30%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Briarfield Place?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Briarfield Place Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, BRIARFIELD PLACE has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Ohio. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Briarfield Place Stick Around?
BRIARFIELD PLACE has a staff turnover rate of 30%, which is about average for Ohio nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Briarfield Place Ever Fined?
BRIARFIELD PLACE has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Briarfield Place on Any Federal Watch List?
BRIARFIELD PLACE is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.