Independence House
Fostoria, OH · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 365860) · 50 certified beds
Health inspection: 4 · Quality measures: 4 · Staffing: 3
Federal fines: none on current record
Phone: (419) 435-8505 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Independence House holds a CMS overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, above the Ohio state average of 3.15 stars. Its health inspection rating is 4 stars and its staffing rating is 3 stars.
Independence House reports total nurse staffing of about 3.50 hours per resident per day, including 0.88 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 3 out of 5. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 63.3%.
Independence House has no federal fines on record, with $0.00 in total fines and no payment denials reported by CMS. CMS does not list an abuse icon or a Special Focus Facility designation for this facility in the available data.
About this facility
Independence House is a non-profit, Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Fostoria, Hancock County, Ohio, first approved for participation in 1992. The facility is certified for 50 beds and reports an average daily census of 31.1 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare data, Independence House holds an overall star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the Ohio state average of 3.15. The facility's health inspection rating is 4 stars, its quality measure (QM) rating is 4 stars, and its staffing rating is 3 stars.
Nurse staffing data show total nurse hours of 3.50 per resident per day, including 0.88 registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 63.3%.
On the penalty record, CMS reports zero fines and no federal fines on record for this facility, with total fines of $0.00. There are no payment denials on record. CMS does not list an abuse icon or a Special Focus Facility designation for Independence House in this data set. There is no record of a change in ownership within the past 12 months, so current ratings reflect the existing operator.
No chain affiliation is indicated in the available data for this facility.
This profile is based on data from CMS Medicare Care Compare; families should verify current details directly on Care Compare before making a decision.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
Independence House has a CMS overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, above the Ohio state average of 3.15.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Yes, Independence House is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is about 3.50 hours per resident per day, including 0.88 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing rating of 3 stars; nursing turnover is 63.3%.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
No, CMS lists zero fines, $0.00 in total fines, and no payment denials for this facility.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
The available CMS data does not indicate an abuse icon or a Special Focus Facility designation for Independence House.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
Independence House is certified for 50 beds and has an average daily census of 31.1 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
Independence House is operated as a non-profit corporation, and no chain affiliation is listed in the available data.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility was first approved for Medicare/Medicaid participation on February 10, 1992.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS publishes an overall rating plus separate ratings for health inspections (4 stars), quality measures (4 stars), and staffing (3 stars) for Independence House.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
This information is not included in the available CMS data; contact the facility at 419-435-8505 or check Medicare Care Compare to confirm services offered.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; contact Independence House at 419-435-8505 to arrange a visit and ask about specific services.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the most current ratings and inspection details for Independence House at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/365860?state=OH.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.