BURTON HEALTH CARE CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Burton Health Care Center has earned an impressive Trust Grade of A, indicating it is an excellent facility that is highly recommended. It ranks #37 out of 913 nursing homes in Ohio, placing it in the top half of all facilities in the state, and it is the best option among the 8 homes in Geauga County. The facility's trend is improving, having reduced its issues from 4 in 2022 to none in 2025, which is a positive sign for prospective residents. Staffing is rated at 3 out of 5 stars, with a turnover rate of 42%, slightly below the state average, suggesting that staff generally stay longer and build relationships with residents. While there have been no fines on record, which is a good sign, there were concerns regarding the handling of a Temporary Nurse Aide who was not immediately removed after an allegation of resident abuse, potentially affecting multiple residents. Additionally, incidents related to monitoring and documenting care for residents with specific medical needs have been noted. Overall, while there are notable strengths in care quality and staffing stability, families should be aware of the past concerns to ensure thorough consideration.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Ohio
- #37/913
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 42% 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 27 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Ohio. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ✓ Good
- Only 5 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
The Good
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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 (42%)
6 points below Ohio average of 48%
Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Ohio avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 5 deficiencies on record
Sept 2022
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Notification of Changes
(Tag F0580)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure the physician was notified when Resident #224 missed five dos...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0602
(Tag F0602)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, facility Self-Reported Incident (SRI) review and interview the facility failed to prevent the misappropr...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0658
(Tag F0658)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure medications were administered at the time they ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Investigate Abuse
(Tag F0610)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, facility Self-Reported Incident review, facility policy and procedure review and interview the facility ...
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Sept 2019
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 3. Record review for Resident #40 revealed she was admitted to facility on 01/10/11 with diagnoses including stroke, dysphagia (...
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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.
- • Only 5 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Burton Health's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns BURTON HEALTH CARE CENTER 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 Burton Health Staffed?
CMS rates BURTON HEALTH CARE CENTER's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 42%, compared to the Ohio average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Burton Health?
State health inspectors documented 5 deficiencies at BURTON HEALTH CARE CENTER during 2019 to 2022. These included: 5 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Burton Health?
BURTON HEALTH CARE CENTER is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by WINDSOR HOUSE, INC., a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 90 certified beds and approximately 81 residents (about 90% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in BURTON, Ohio.
How Does Burton Health Compare to Other Ohio Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Ohio, BURTON HEALTH CARE CENTER's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.2, staff turnover (42%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Burton Health?
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 Burton Health Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, BURTON HEALTH CARE CENTER 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 Burton Health Stick Around?
BURTON HEALTH CARE CENTER has a staff turnover rate of 42%, 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 Burton Health Ever Fined?
BURTON HEALTH CARE CENTER 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 Burton Health on Any Federal Watch List?
BURTON HEALTH CARE CENTER 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.