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HIGHLAND SQUARE NURSING AND REHABILITATION

1211 W MARKET ST, AKRON, OH 44313
Score: 15 / 100

With a score of 15/100, Highland Square Nursing And Rehabilitation ranks in the bottom tier of Ohio nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.

Staffing at Highland Square Nursing And Rehabilitation is near the national average, with 3.44 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent CMS inspections identified 58 deficiencies at Highland Square Nursing And Rehabilitation, including 5 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody..

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 16 / 40 pts
2 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 4 / 20 pts
1 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.44 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.49 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.94 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.01 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.02 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.31 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

58
Total Deficiencies
Sep 17, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 53 Moderate 🔴 5 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0600 Severity J
    Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
    Sep 17, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0921 Severity F
    Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
    Aug 19, 2025 · Environmental Deficiencies
  • Tag 0684 Severity D
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Aug 19, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0685 Severity D
    Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
    Aug 19, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity D
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Aug 19, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 2.8% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 0.5% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 12.4% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 0.0% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 2.4% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 2.2% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 24.0% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

4 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $107,756

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 15 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 1★ → 4 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -15 pts
  • Fine deductions: -10 pts

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
91
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Feb 23, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
9