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Forest Hills Center

2841 East Dublin-Granville Road, Columbus, OH 43231 · Franklin County

Explore Forest Hills Center in Columbus, Ohio, specializing in skilled nursing, memory, rehabilitation, residential and adult day care.

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

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 94% full (70 of 75 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

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A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Columbus

Forest Hills Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Columbus, OH, with 75 certified beds and an average of about 70 residents per day. It operates as part of the Embassy Healthcare network.

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

Staff provide about 3.18 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.38 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 20.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 17 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.18 hrs/resident/day)
•17 deficiencies at last survey

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Columbus, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 75
Avg. residents/day: 70
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Embassy Healthcare
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 365980

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: 3.18; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.38; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 20.6%; 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): 17
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-05-01
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (32 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-11-06Severity E — 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.

2025-11-06Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

2025-11-03Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to choose his or her attending physician.

2025-11-03Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2025-11-03Severity 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.

2025-11-03Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

2025-05-01Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

2025-05-01Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

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.

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Adult Daycare
✓ Long-Term Care
✓ Skilled Nursing
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Chef-prepared meals
✓ On-site salon / barber
✓ Fitness center
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

2841 East Dublin-Granville Road, Columbus, 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 Forest Hills Center

How much does Forest Hills Center cost?

Forest Hills Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Columbus, 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 Forest Hills Center's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at Forest Hills Center?

Staff provide about 3.18 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 20.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Forest Hills Center?

Forest Hills Center has 32 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-01). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Forest Hills Center have availability?

Typically 94% full (70 of 75 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Forest Hills Center offer?

Forest Hills Center in Columbus, OH offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 75 beds.

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