DEUPREE COTTAGES
Over 2 years since last inspection. Current conditions may differ from available data.
Deupree Cottages in Cincinnati, Ohio, holds an impressive Trust Grade of A+, indicating it is an elite facility that stands out among its peers. It ranks #57 out of 913 nursing homes in Ohio and #3 out of 70 in Hamilton County, placing it well within the top tier of local options. The facility is improving, with a decrease in reported issues from 7 in 2019 to just 3 in 2022, and it has a strong staffing rating of 5/5 stars and a low turnover rate of 17%, which is significantly better than the state average. Notably, there have been no fines issued, suggesting good compliance with regulations; however, there have been concerns regarding food storage safety, with instances of unlabeled and expired items in the kitchen that could affect resident health. Overall, while there are clear strengths in staffing and compliance, families should be aware of the food storage issues that have been identified.
- Trust Score
- A+
- In Ohio
- #57/913
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ✓ Good
- 17% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 31 points below Ohio's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Ohio facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ✓ Good
- Each resident gets 65 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than 97% of Ohio nursing homes. RNs are the most trained staff who catch health problems before they become serious.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 12 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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5-Star Staffing Rating · Excellent nurse staffing levels
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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Low Staff Turnover (17%) · Staff stability means consistent care
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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 is low (17%)
31 points below Ohio average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, staff retention, fire safety.
The Bad
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 12 deficiencies on record
Nov 2022
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
PASARR Coordination
(Tag F0644)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. Review of the medical record for Resident #3 revealed an admission date of 11/19/20. Diagnoses included Parkinson's disease a...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0698
(Tag F0698)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review and staff interview, the facility failed routinely assess a resident's dialysis access site for p...
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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 observations, staff interview, and policy review, the facility failed to ensure storage of food was stored in a safe manner. This had the potential to affect all 20 residents residing in the ...
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Aug 2019
7 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based upon record review and staff interview, the facility failed to accurately assess resident status regarding the provision of hospice services. This affected one (#11) of two residents reviewed fo...
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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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review, policy review, resident and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure an order was obtained...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and staff interview, the failed to ensure a residents antipsychotic medication (Risperdal) was limited to...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0790
(Tag F0790)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based upon record review, observation, resident and staff interview, the facility failed to assist the resident in obtaining tim...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based upon record review, observation, staff interview, review of facility policy, review of manufacturer's recommendations, and...
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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 and staff interview, the facility failed to store food in accordance with professional standards by having a hand-held scooper in the bread crumbs container and expired food items...
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MINOR
(C)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Staffing Information
(Tag F0732)
Minor procedural issue · This affected most or all residents
Based upon observation, staff interview, and facility policy, the facility failed to post daily nurse staffing information. This had the potential to affect 23 of 23 residing in the facility.
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Jul 2018
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Assessments
(Tag F0636)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review and staff interview, the facility failed to include a resident's medical diagnoses on the compreh...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0645
(Tag F0645)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review and staff interview, the facility failed to complete a Level One, Preadmission Screen and Residen...
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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+ (95/100). 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.
- • 17% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 31 points below Ohio's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- • 12 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is Deupree Cottages's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns DEUPREE COTTAGES 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 Deupree Cottages Staffed?
CMS rates DEUPREE COTTAGES's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 17%, compared to the Ohio average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Deupree Cottages?
State health inspectors documented 12 deficiencies at DEUPREE COTTAGES during 2018 to 2022. These included: 11 with potential for harm and 1 minor or isolated issues.
Who Owns and Operates Deupree Cottages?
DEUPREE COTTAGES is owned by a non-profit organization. Non-profit facilities reinvest revenue into operations rather than distributing to shareholders. The facility is operated by EPISCOPAL RETIREMENT HOMES, INC., a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 24 certified beds and approximately 20 residents (about 83% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in CINCINNATI, Ohio.
How Does Deupree Cottages Compare to Other Ohio Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Ohio, DEUPREE COTTAGES's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.2, staff turnover (17%) 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 Deupree Cottages?
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 Deupree Cottages Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, DEUPREE COTTAGES 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 Deupree Cottages Stick Around?
Staff at DEUPREE COTTAGES tend to stick around. With a turnover rate of 17%, the facility is 29 percentage points below the Ohio average of 46%. Low turnover is a positive sign. It means caregivers have time to learn each resident's needs, medications, and personal preferences. Consistent staff also notice subtle changes in a resident's condition more quickly.
Was Deupree Cottages Ever Fined?
DEUPREE COTTAGES 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 Deupree Cottages on Any Federal Watch List?
DEUPREE COTTAGES 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.