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ALTERCARE NEWARK SOUTH INC.

17 FORRY STREET, NEWARK, OH 43055
Score: 25 / 100

With a score of 25/100, Altercare Newark South Inc. 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 levels are a potential concern at Altercare Newark South Inc., with 3.42 total nursing hours per resident per day — below the national average of 3.8 hours. Lower staffing can impact care quality and staff responsiveness.

Recent CMS inspections identified 25 deficiencies at Altercare Newark South Inc., including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologi.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 16 / 40 pts
2 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 10 / 25 pts
2 ★ 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 3.42 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.47 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.81 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.13 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.13 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.27 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

25
Total Deficiencies
Nov 23, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 24 Moderate 🔴 1 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0761 Severity E
    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologi
    Nov 23, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0676 Severity D
    Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
    Nov 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0755 Severity D
    Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
    Nov 23, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity G
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    May 19, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0578 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and
    May 19, 2025 · Resident Rights 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 3.9% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 2.9% 3.0% Average
On antipsychotic medication 2.2% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 0.0% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 4.7% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 2.0% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 18.9% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

2 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $252,477

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 25 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 1★ → 4 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -10 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
48
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
May 19, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
8