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Blue Ash Health & Rehab

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4900 Cooper Road Cincinnati, OH 45242 · Hamilton County

(513) 793-3362

All 70 nursing homes in Cincinnati, OH (70 take Medicaid)

Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid 64 certified beds For profit

CMS certification number 365218 · See this home on Medicare Care Compare

Ratings come from CMS and are updated monthly; these are from October 2026. Check the latest inspection report and visit in person before you decide.

Is Blue Ash Health & Rehab a good nursing home? Reviews, ratings and inspection record

There are no official resident reviews of nursing homes: Medicare's Care Compare publishes inspections, staffing and quality data instead. Here is what that record shows for Blue Ash Health & Rehab as of October 2026.

CMS rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall, below the Ohio average of 3.2. Inspectors issued 31 citations in the last three years. CMS reports no fines or payment denials in that time.

Online reviews from families and residents are on Google Maps and other sites; they reflect individual experiences and aren't checked by CMS. The full inspection reports, including what inspectors observed, are on Medicare Care Compare.

Staffing

Nursing staff spend about 3.67 hours per resident per day at Blue Ash Health & Rehab, about the same as the Ohio median of 3.58 (US median: 3.72). About 0.46 of those hours are from registered nurses. On weekends it falls to 3.30 hours, 10% below its all-week average. 77.4% of nursing staff left within a year (Ohio median 48.9%). High turnover can mean residents see unfamiliar caregivers; ask how long the nurses on the unit have worked there. 2 administrators left in the past year.

Nursing care per resident per day 3.67 hours
Above the Ohio median of 3.58 Registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and aides combined, from payroll records.
Registered nurse hours 0.46 per resident a day RNs handle assessments, medications and changes in condition.
Weekend nursing care 3.30 hours Per resident a day. A big drop from weekdays can mean thin weekend staffing.
Nursing staff turnover 77.4% a year Share of nursing staff who left over a year. Lower usually means steadier care.
Registered nurse turnover 88.9% a year Share of registered nurses who left over a year.
Administrators who left 2 in the past year Frequent leadership changes are worth asking about on a visit.

About this nursing home

Certified beds64
Residents per day 35 About 55% of beds filled, on average
OwnershipFor profit - Corporation
Payment acceptedMedicare and Medicaid
Certified sinceJune 1969
Part of a chainBao Opco Holdings
Legal business nameBLUE ASH HEALTH & REHAB LLC

Paying for care at Blue Ash Health & Rehab: Medicare and Medicaid

Blue Ash Health & Rehab is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. Medicare Part A can cover a short skilled-nursing or rehab stay here after a qualifying hospital stay of at least three inpatient days (observation days don't count), for up to 100 days per benefit period. Medicaid can pay for long-term care for residents who meet Ohio's income and asset rules. Being certified doesn't guarantee a Medicaid bed is open, so ask whether the home accepts residents whose Medicaid application is still pending.

In 2026 Medicare covers days 1–20 in full after the Part A deductible ($1,736 per benefit period); for days 21–100 you pay $217 a day; after day 100 you pay all costs. Medicare doesn't pay for long-term custodial care. Medicare's coverage rules.

Health inspections

The most recent standard inspection was on July 1, 2025 and found 6 deficiencies, plus 8 from complaint inspections in the same period. In total, inspectors issued 31 citations in the last three years.

Each citation has a scope and severity letter from A to L. A–C: potential for minimal harm. D–F: potential for more than minimal harm. G–I: actual harm. J–L: immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.

What the inspections found

Over the last three years, inspectors issued 31 citations at Blue Ash Health & Rehab across 10 inspection dates, 20 of them from complaint investigations. 1 was at the actual-harm level (G–I), most recently on August 26, 2024. The most common areas cited were quality of life and care (8) and resident rights (8). The most serious was cited under the CMS rule to "provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals" (tag F0684, level G, August 26, 2024). 2 citations were under CMS's abuse, neglect and exploitation rules.

June 2, 2026 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection

ESafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 26, 2026)

March 16, 2026 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection

EHonor 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.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 8, 2026)

December 11, 2025 · 3 citations · includes complaint inspection

EKeep all essential equipment working safely.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 14, 2026)

DRespond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 14, 2026)

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

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 14, 2026)

July 1, 2025 · 9 citations · includes complaint inspection

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

Potential for more than minimal harm · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 19, 2025)

FProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 19, 2025)

EHonor 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.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 19, 2025)

DProvide information about how to apply for and use Medicare and Medicaid benefits.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0579 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 19, 2025)

DDevelop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 19, 2025)

DEnsure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0627 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 19, 2025)

DProvide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 19, 2025)

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

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 19, 2025)

DEnsure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 19, 2025)

April 16, 2025 · 3 citations · includes complaint inspection

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

Potential for more than minimal harm · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 7, 2025)

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

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 7, 2025)

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

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 7, 2025)

January 20, 2025 · 3 citations · includes complaint inspection

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

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 7, 2025)

DNot transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0622 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 7, 2025)

DProvide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 7, 2025)

November 27, 2024 · 3 citations · includes complaint inspection

FHave 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.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 20, 2024)

DGive residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 20, 2024)

DProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 20, 2024)

August 26, 2024 · 2 citations, includes actual harm · includes complaint inspection

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

Actual harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 17, 2024)

DProvide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 17, 2024)

December 29, 2023 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection

EEnsure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 · Complaint inspection · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 17, 2024)

August 26, 2022 · 5 citations

DAssess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 11, 2022)

DEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 11, 2022)

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

Potential for more than minimal harm · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 11, 2022)

DProvide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.

Potential for more than minimal harm · Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0770 · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 11, 2022)

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

Potential for minimal harm · Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921 · Deficient, Provider has plan of correction (Oct 14, 2022)

Questions to ask on a tour of Blue Ash Health & Rehab

  1. Inspectors cited the home at the actual-harm level on August 26, 2024 under the rule on quality of life and care. What changed afterwards, and can I see the plan of correction?
  2. CMS cited the home under its abuse and neglect rules on December 11, 2025. How are staff trained, and how are concerns reported?
  3. CMS rates staffing 1 out of 5. How many residents does each nurse aide care for on day, evening and night shifts?
  4. Nursing staff turnover was 77.4% a year. How many of the staff come from agencies?
  5. Several administrators left in the past year. What has changed for residents since then?
  6. The home averages about 55% of its beds filled. Are any units closed?
  7. Do you have a Medicaid bed open now, and will you admit someone whose Medicaid application is still pending?
  8. When is the first care-plan meeting, and can family attend?

Questions come from this home's CMS data: its inspections, staffing and ownership record.

Fines and payment denials

CMS reports no fines or payment denials for this home in the last three years.

Rating history

CMS monthOverallInspectionStaffingQuality
October 2026 1/5 2/5 1/5 4/5
August 2026 1/5 2/5 1/5 4/5
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Location

Hospitals near Blue Ash Health & Rehab

The Medicare-certified hospitals closest to this nursing home, with their CMS data. Ask the home which hospital it usually sends residents to.

  • 1.7 mi
    Jewish Hospital, LLC Cincinnati
    Emergency room ★★★★☆ Medicare overall 4 of 5
    Median ER visit 2h 20m for patients treated and sent home
  • 2.3 mi
    Bethesda North Hospital Cincinnati
    Emergency room ★★★☆☆ Medicare overall 3 of 5
    Median ER visit 2h 35m for patients treated and sent home
  • 3.6 mi
    Assurance Health Cincinnati LLC Cincinnati
    Emergency room

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Source: CMS Care Compare. Distances are approximate.

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Courtyard at Seasons Cincinnati · 1.4 mi away ★★★★☆ Inspection 3/5 · Staffing 5/5 45 beds · Medicaid
Kenwood Terrace Healthcare Center Cincinnati · 1.7 mi away ★★★☆☆ Inspection 3/5 · Staffing 2/5 132 beds · Medicaid
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