Westerwood Rehabilitation
Scout 96Columbus, OH · 75 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Moderate availability
One of Columbus's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,840–$11,360/mo
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Sapphire Rehabilitation and Care Center
1605 Northwest Professional Plaza, Columbus, OH 43220 · Franklin County
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5
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 90% full (101 of 113 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 Columbus
Sapphire Rehabilitation and Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Columbus, OH, with 113 certified beds and an average of about 101 residents per day. It operates as part of the David Oberlander 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, 1/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.92 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.36 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 78.4%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 46 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 3 federal fines totaling $372,061 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour. This facility is in the CMS Special Focus Facility program, which targets homes with a history of serious quality problems.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.92 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •High staff turnover (78.4%)
- •46 deficiencies at last survey
- •$372,061 in federal fines
- •CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Columbus options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 113
- Avg. residents/day
- 101
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- David Oberlander
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 365950
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
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| 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
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.92
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.36
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 78.4%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation) (Special Focus Facility). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 46
- Federal fines
- 3 ($372,061)
- Total penalties
- 5
- Last standard survey
- 2025-09-22
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (85 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-19Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
2026-01-28Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
2025-12-11Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
2025-12-11Severity F — 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.
2025-12-11Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
2025-12-11Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
2025-12-11Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
2025-12-11Severity E — 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-09-11 | Fine | $272,940 |
| 2025-09-11 | Payment denial | — |
| 2025-05-12 | Fine | $64,333 |
| 2025-05-12 | Payment denial | — |
| 2023-06-27 | Fine | $34,788 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
1605 Northwest Professional Plaza, Columbus, OH
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Sapphire Rehabilitation and Care Center
How much does Sapphire Rehabilitation and Care Center cost?
Sapphire Rehabilitation and Care 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 Sapphire Rehabilitation and Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Sapphire Rehabilitation and Care Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Sapphire Rehabilitation and Care Center?
Staff provide about 3.92 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 78.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Sapphire Rehabilitation and Care Center?
Sapphire Rehabilitation and Care Center has 85 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-09-22). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Sapphire Rehabilitation and Care Center have availability?
Typically 90% full (101 of 113 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Sapphire Rehabilitation and Care Center offer?
Sapphire Rehabilitation and Care Center in Columbus, OH offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 113 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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