Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo
Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo is a 4-star rated nursing home in Bucyrus, OH with 80 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 3/5, staffing 2/5, quality measures 5/5.
The facility has 26 health violations on record. Federal fines total $16,383 across 5 enforcement actions. Most recent inspection: April 8, 2025.
Data synthesized from CMS.gov and Ohio public inspection records. Reviewed by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., NR-EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
Our Coverage of Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo
Inspection History Overview
Data current as of May 6, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data
Detailed Inspection Reports
Notice: These are official CMS inspection narratives containing detailed regulatory findings. This information is not available in searchable format anywhere else online.
Fines and Penalties by Year
2021 3 penalties totaling $5,525
Fine
Fine
Fine
2020 1 penalties totaling $650
Fine
2019 1 penalties totaling $10,208
Fine
Health Violations by Year
2025 1 violations
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2024 6 violations
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2021 3 violations
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2020 1 violations
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2019 9 violations
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
2018 3 violations
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2017 3 violations
Keep the rate of medication errors (wrong drug, wrong dose, wrong time) to less than 5%.
Ensure that residents are safe from serious medication errors.
Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading.
Frequently Asked Questions About Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo
- What violations has Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo received?
- Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo has 26 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
- What is the quality rating of Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo?
- Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo has a 4-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This is an above-average rating, indicating better quality care compared to most nursing homes. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
- When was Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo last inspected?
- Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
- Is Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo safe?
- Safety at Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
- How do I contact Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo?
- Phone: (419) 562-7644. Address: 1929 Whetstone Street, Bucyrus, OH. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
- What services does Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo offer?
- Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo is a skilled nursing facility with 80 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
- What are better facilities near Bucyrus, OH?
- Compare Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo with other nursing homes in Bucyrus, OH on our facilities page. Filter by star rating, bed count, and recent inspection results to find the best match for your needs.
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| Facility | Rating | Violations | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo (this facility) | ★★★★☆ | 26 | 80 |
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Provider Data Catalog.
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.
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