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Scarlet Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

440 Lafayette Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45220 · Hamilton County

3.0CMS overall rating(513) 861-0400Visit website ↗
55
Good
Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookFills quickly

Typically 90% full (63 of 70 beds occupied on an average day).

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Cincinnati

Scarlet Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Cincinnati, OH, with 70 certified beds and an average of about 63 residents per day. It operates as part of the Cch Healthcare network.

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

Staff provide about 4.47 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.84 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 60%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $11,638 in the recent record.

Strengths

  • Above-average nurse staffing (4.47 hrs/resident/day)
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

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

At a glance

Certified beds
70
Avg. residents/day
63
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain
Cch Healthcare
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
365978

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 careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$8,830–$11,350/mo (median $9,810)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Cincinnati 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
4.47
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.84
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
60%
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)
8
Federal fines
1 ($11,638)
Total penalties
1
Last standard survey
2025-01-23
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (27 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-01-23Severity 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.

2025-01-23Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

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.

2025-01-23Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

2025-01-23Severity 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.

2025-01-23Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-01-23Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

2025-01-23Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-01-23Severity 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.

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.

DateTypeAmount
2023-07-12Fine$11,638

Services & amenities

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Respite / short-term stays
  • Private rooms available

Location

440 Lafayette Avenue, Cincinnati, 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 Scarlet Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

How much does Scarlet Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center cost?

Scarlet Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Cincinnati, OH area typically runs $8,830–$11,350 per month (median $9,810, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Scarlet Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at Scarlet Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?

Staff provide about 4.47 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 60% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Scarlet Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?

Scarlet Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has 27 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-01-23). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Scarlet Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center have availability?

Typically 90% full (63 of 70 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Scarlet Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center offer?

Scarlet Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Cincinnati, OH offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 70 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogle

Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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