Ohio Veterans Home
Sandusky, OH · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 366325) · 427 certified beds
Health inspection: 2 · Quality measures: 5 · Staffing: 5
Federal fines: none on current record
Phone: (419) 625-2454 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Ohio Veterans Home has an overall CMS star rating of 4 out of 5, above the Ohio state average of 3.15. Its health inspection rating is 2 out of 5, while its staffing rating is 5 out of 5.
Ohio Veterans Home reports total nurse staffing of about 4.86 hours per resident per day, including 0.76 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 5 out of 5. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 36.2%.
Ohio Veterans Home has no federal fines on record and no payment denials according to CMS data. However, CMS does display its abuse warning icon for this facility, so families should review the inspection record on Medicare Care Compare.
About this facility
Ohio Veterans Home is a state government-owned nursing facility in Sandusky, Erie County, Ohio, certified for both Medicare and Medicaid since October 2006. The facility is certified for 427 beds, with an average daily census of 241.9 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare, Ohio Veterans Home holds an overall star rating of 4 out of 5, above the Ohio state average of 3.15. This overall score reflects four component ratings: a health inspection rating of 2 out of 5, a quality measures (QM) rating of 5 out of 5, and a staffing rating of 5 out of 5.
Nurse staffing data reported to CMS show total nurse staffing of approximately 4.86 hours per resident per day, including 0.76 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 36.2%.
Regarding penalties, CMS records show no federal fines on record for this facility (0 fines totaling $0.00) and no payment denials.
Important: CMS displays its abuse warning icon for this facility. Families should review the full inspection record on Medicare Care Compare before making a decision, as this icon indicates a recent citation related to abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
No chain affiliation data was provided for this facility, and CMS records indicate no ownership change in the past 12 months.
This profile is based on CMS Care Compare data; consult the official Care Compare listing for the most current inspection details and survey dates.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
Ohio Veterans Home has an 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, it is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is about 4.86 hours per resident per day, including 0.76 RN hours, with a staffing rating of 5 out of 5; nursing turnover is 36.2%.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
No, CMS records show no federal fines (0 fines, $0.00) and no payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
CMS displays its abuse warning icon for this facility; no Special Focus program status was reported in the data provided.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
It is certified for 427 beds, with an average daily census of 241.9 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by the State of Ohio (Government - State); no chain affiliation was reported in the data.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
It has been certified since October 1, 2006.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on overall, health inspection, staffing, and quality measures; this facility scores 4, 2, 5, and 5 respectively.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided doesn't specify service types; contact the facility at 4196252454 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided doesn't cover tour details; contact the facility at 4196252454 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the latest inspection and rating details at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/366325?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.