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Kettering Heights Post Acute: Wildlife Breach Violations - OH

Healthcare Facility
Kettering Heights Post Acute
Kettering, OH  ·  2/5 stars

The pest control company had flagged the problem as far back as February 2026. A representative, identified in inspection records as Pest Control Rep #18, said he met with the facility's Administrator and Maintenance Director, walked them through the entry points, and told them the holes needed a contractor to seal them properly. He said he stopped by and reached out repeatedly between February and May. Each time, he was told the facility was waiting for corporate approval.

When trapping finally began in May, the scope of it became clear. Two adult raccoons were caught on May 13. The next day, one adult gray squirrel and one cat were trapped. On May 15, two more raccoons were removed.

Once work started, the pest control technician got a closer look at the gaps and found they were larger than originally observed. Rep #18 said the technician determined he could not seal them properly himself and again recommended the facility hire a contractor.

The Maintenance Director never returned two calls from inspectors.

The Administrator told inspectors on May 27 that he had been informed attempts to reach the pest control vendor between February and May were unsuccessful, so he reached out himself and hired the company. He said he was never told a contractor was needed to seal the holes.

Someone in that chain of communication, between the pest control representative who says he delivered that recommendation in person and the Administrator who says he never received it, left the building open to wildlife for the better part of four months while residents were inside.

The inspection was conducted as part of a complaint investigation.

Full Inspection Report

The details above represent a summary of key findings. View the complete inspection report for Kettering Heights Post Acute from 2026-05-28 including all violations, facility responses, and corrective action plans.

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Data source: This article is based on inspection data downloaded directly from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) via Medicare.gov. CMS releases inspection reports in bulk; we publish the findings as documented by state surveyors in the official Form CMS-2567 Statement of Deficiencies.

Plan of correction: The CMS report we receive does not include the facility's plan of correction. Facilities submit plans of correction separately to state survey agencies and those responses may not be reflected in CMS data at the time of publication. The absence of a plan of correction in our data does not mean one was not filed. Readers who want information about corrective steps taken are encouraged to contact the facility directly or their state survey agency.

Corrections may have occurred: Inspection reports reflect conditions observed on the date of the survey. Facilities may have implemented corrections, staffing changes, additional training, or other remediation since the report was issued. We report what CMS provides and encourage readers to seek current information from the facility.

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Last verified: September 21, 2026  ·  Our methodology

Quick Answer

KETTERING HEIGHTS POST ACUTE in KETTERING, OH was cited for violations during a health inspection on May 28, 2026.

The pest control company had flagged the problem as far back as February 2026.

Health inspections identify deficiencies that facilities must correct. Violations range from minor documentation issues to serious safety concerns. Review the full report below for specific details and facility response.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened at KETTERING HEIGHTS POST ACUTE?
The pest control company had flagged the problem as far back as February 2026.
How serious are these violations?
Violation severity varies from minor documentation issues to serious safety concerns. Review the inspection report for specific deficiency codes and scope. All violations must be corrected within required timeframes and are subject to follow-up verification inspections.
What should families do?
Families should: (1) Ask facility administration about specific corrective actions taken, (2) Request to see the follow-up inspection report verifying corrections, (3) Check if this represents a pattern by reviewing prior inspection reports, (4) Compare this facility's ratings with other nursing homes in KETTERING, OH, (5) Report any new concerns directly to state authorities.
Where can I see the full inspection report?
The complete inspection report is available on Medicare.gov's Care Compare website (www.medicare.gov/care-compare). You can also request a copy directly from KETTERING HEIGHTS POST ACUTE or from the state Department of Health. The report includes specific deficiency codes, facility responses, and correction timelines. This facility's federal provider number is 365616.
Has this facility had violations before?
To check KETTERING HEIGHTS POST ACUTE's history, visit Medicare.gov's Care Compare and review their inspection history, quality ratings, and staffing levels. Look for patterns of repeated violations, especially in critical areas like abuse prevention, medication management, infection control, and resident safety.