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Embassy of Winchester

36 Lehman Dr, Canal Winchester, OH 43110 · Franklin County

Embassy of Winchester offers long-term, rehab, pulmonary and wound care in Canal Winchester, OH. Explore our personalized care solutions today.

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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 outlookUsually has openings

Typically 53% full — availability is generally good.

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 Canal Winchester

Embassy of Winchester is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Canal Winchester, OH, with 176 certified beds and an average of about 93 residents per day. It operates as part of the Embassy Healthcare network.

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

Staff provide about 3.12 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.46 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 38.4%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 32 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $198,607 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓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 (3.12 hrs/resident/day)
•32 deficiencies at last survey
•$198,607 in federal fines

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 176
Avg. residents/day: 93
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Embassy Healthcare
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 365644

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: 3.12; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.46; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 38.4%; 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): 32
Federal fines: 2 ($198,607)
Total penalties: 3
Last standard survey: 2024-12-05
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (81 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2026-01-27Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2026-01-27Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

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

2026-01-27Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-08-05Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintEnvironmental Deficiencies

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

2025-08-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

2025-08-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

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
2023-11-16	Fine	$167,295
2023-11-16	Payment denial	—
2023-08-03	Fine	$31,312

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Long-Term Care
✓ Skilled Nursing
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
✓ Private rooms available
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

36 Lehman Dr, Canal Winchester, 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 Embassy of Winchester

How much does Embassy of Winchester cost?

Embassy of Winchester does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Canal Winchester, 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 Embassy of Winchester's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at Embassy of Winchester?

Staff provide about 3.12 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 38.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Embassy of Winchester?

Embassy of Winchester has 81 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-12-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Embassy of Winchester have availability?

Typically 53% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Embassy of Winchester offer?

Embassy of Winchester in Canal Winchester, OH offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 176 beds.

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