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Buckeye Care and Rehabilitation

1900 East Main Street, Lancaster, OH 43130 · Fairfield County

We are a skilled nursing home focused on the safety, wellness, and healing of our patients We are a skilled nursing home focused on the safety, wellness, and healing of our patients

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Fair

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 92% full (91 of 99 beds occupied on an average day).

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Lancaster

Buckeye Care and Rehabilitation is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Lancaster, OH, with 99 certified beds and an average of about 91 residents per day. It operates as part of the Pacs Group network.

Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.05 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.44 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 58.9%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 16 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $20,678 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.05 hrs/resident/day)
•16 deficiencies at last survey

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Lancaster options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 99
Avg. residents/day: 91
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Pacs Group
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 365250

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$8,840–$11,360/mo (median $9,820)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Columbus prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.05; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.44; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 58.9%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 16
Federal fines: 1 ($20,678)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2026-01-08
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (35 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-24Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2026-01-08Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

2026-01-08Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

2026-01-08Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

2026-01-08Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2026-01-08Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

2026-01-08Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

2026-01-08Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2024-05-16	Fine	$20,678

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
✓ Library
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

1900 East Main Street, Lancaster, OH

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Buckeye Care and Rehabilitation

How much does Buckeye Care and Rehabilitation cost?

Buckeye Care and Rehabilitation does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Lancaster, OH area typically runs $8,840–$11,360 per month (median $9,820, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Buckeye Care and Rehabilitation's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Buckeye Care and Rehabilitation 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Buckeye Care and Rehabilitation?

Staff provide about 3.05 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 58.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Buckeye Care and Rehabilitation?

Buckeye Care and Rehabilitation has 35 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-08). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Buckeye Care and Rehabilitation have availability?

Typically 92% full (91 of 99 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Buckeye Care and Rehabilitation offer?

Buckeye Care and Rehabilitation in Lancaster, OH offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 99 beds.

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