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Dixon Healthcare Center
135 Reichart Avenue, Wintersville, OH 43953
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Overall★★★★★
Health inspection★★★★★
Staffing★★★★★
Quality measures★★★★★
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Dixon Healthcare Center, in Wintersville, Ohio, is certified for 85 beds under for-profit, corporation ownership and belongs to the Communicare Health chain.
CMS gives it 1 of 5 stars overall, below the Ohio median of 3; the health inspection rating is 1, staffing 2 and quality measures 4.
Inspectors recorded 90 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (16, 38, 36 by cycle, most recent first), 6 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 105.9 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 33.3.
CMS lists 6 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $251K and 2 payment denials.
Reported nurse staffing is 3.5 hours per resident per day (0.9 RN), close to the Ohio median of 3.6; nursing staff turnover is 61.2%.
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90health deficiencies, 3 survey cycles6 at actual harm or worse
$251Kfines listed by CMS6 penalties in period
3.5nurse hours per resident per daystate median 3.6
64%occupancy (residents ÷ beds)55 residents a day
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Jefferson Co. median | Ohio median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 90 | 46 | 27 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 105.9 | 46.9 | 33.3 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 3.5 | 3.6 | 3.6 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.9 | 0.8 | 0.6 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 61.2% | 51.7% | 48.5% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $250,817 | $0 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (6 in the county, 922 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Ohio average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 21 Apr 2026, 19 Dec 2024.
Severity mix: J ×4 G ×2 D ×62 E ×13 F ×8 C ×1
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
Isolated
Pattern
Widespread
Immediate jeopardy
J
K
L
Actual harm
G
H
I
Potential for more than minimal harm
D
E
F
Potential for minimal harm
A
B
C
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Apr 2026 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | G | Standard survey | 18 May 2026 |
| 21 Apr 2026 | F0582 | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. | E | Standard survey | 18 May 2026 |
| 21 Apr 2026 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 18 May 2026 |
| 21 Apr 2026 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Standard survey | 18 May 2026 |
| 21 Apr 2026 | F0605 | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. | D | Standard survey | 18 May 2026 |
| 21 Apr 2026 | F0645 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | D | Standard survey | 18 May 2026 |
| 21 Apr 2026 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 18 May 2026 |
| 21 Apr 2026 | F0745 | Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. | D | Standard survey | 18 May 2026 |
| 21 Apr 2026 | F0756 | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. | D | Standard survey | 18 May 2026 |
| 21 Apr 2026 | F0770 | Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. | D | Standard survey | 18 May 2026 |
| 21 Apr 2026 | F0881 | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. | D | Standard survey | 18 May 2026 |
| 21 Jan 2026 | F0602 | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. | D | Complaint investigation | 4 Feb 2026 |
| 21 Jan 2026 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 4 Feb 2026 |
| 21 Jan 2026 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Complaint investigation | 4 Feb 2026 |
| 21 Jan 2026 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Complaint investigation | 4 Feb 2026 |
| 17 Nov 2025 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Complaint investigation | 19 Nov 2025 |
| 29 Jul 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | J | Complaint investigation | 18 Aug 2025 |
| 29 Jul 2025 | F0925 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | F | Complaint investigation | 18 Aug 2025 |
| 29 Jul 2025 | F0567 | Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. | E | Complaint investigation | 18 Aug 2025 |
| 29 Jul 2025 | F0602 | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. | D | Complaint investigation | 18 Aug 2025 |
| 29 Jul 2025 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Complaint investigation | 18 Aug 2025 |
| 29 Jul 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 18 Aug 2025 |
| 29 Jul 2025 | F0697 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | D | Complaint investigation | 18 Aug 2025 |
| 29 Jul 2025 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Complaint investigation | 18 Aug 2025 |
| 2 Jun 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | J | Complaint investigation | 18 Aug 2025 |
| 2 Jun 2025 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 29 Jul 2025 |
| 2 Jun 2025 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Complaint investigation | 29 Jul 2025 |
| 2 Jun 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Complaint investigation | 29 Jul 2025 |
| 2 Jun 2025 | F0712 | Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits. | D | Complaint investigation | 29 Jul 2025 |
| 2 Jun 2025 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Complaint investigation | 29 Jul 2025 |
| 2 Jun 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Complaint investigation | 29 Jul 2025 |
| 2 Jun 2025 | F0565 | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. | C | Complaint investigation | 29 Jul 2025 |
| 20 Mar 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | J | Complaint investigation | 7 Apr 2025 |
| 20 Mar 2025 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 7 Apr 2025 |
| 20 Mar 2025 | F0698 | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. | D | Complaint investigation | 7 Apr 2025 |
| 20 Mar 2025 | F0759 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | D | Complaint investigation | 7 Apr 2025 |
| 19 Dec 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | F | Standard survey | 24 Jan 2025 |
| 19 Dec 2024 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | E | Standard survey | 24 Jan 2025 |
| 19 Dec 2024 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Standard survey | 24 Jan 2025 |
| 19 Dec 2024 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Standard survey | 24 Jan 2025 |
| 19 Dec 2024 | F0661 | Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge. | D | Standard survey | 24 Jan 2025 |
| 19 Dec 2024 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 24 Jan 2025 |
| 19 Dec 2024 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Standard survey | 24 Jan 2025 |
| 19 Dec 2024 | F0688 | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. | D | Standard survey | 24 Jan 2025 |
| 19 Dec 2024 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 24 Jan 2025 |
| 19 Dec 2024 | F0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D | Standard survey | 24 Jan 2025 |
| 19 Dec 2024 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | D | Complaint investigation | 24 Jan 2025 |
| 19 Dec 2024 | F0745 | Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. | D | Standard survey | 24 Jan 2025 |
| 19 Dec 2024 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | D | Standard survey | 24 Jan 2025 |
| 19 Dec 2024 | F0883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | D | Standard survey | 24 Jan 2025 |
| 31 Oct 2024 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Complaint investigation | 25 Nov 2024 |
| 31 Oct 2024 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Complaint investigation | 28 Oct 2024 |
| 22 Aug 2024 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | J | Complaint investigation | 10 Aug 2024 |
| 22 Aug 2024 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 9 Sep 2024 |
| 15 Jul 2024 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | F | Complaint investigation | 2 Aug 2024 |
| 15 Jul 2024 | F0835 | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. | F | Complaint investigation | 2 Aug 2024 |
| 15 Jul 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | F | Complaint investigation | 2 Aug 2024 |
| 15 Jul 2024 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | E | Complaint investigation | 2 Aug 2024 |
| 15 Jul 2024 | F0576 | Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. | E | Complaint investigation | 2 Aug 2024 |
| 15 Jul 2024 | F0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D | Complaint investigation | 2 Aug 2024 |
| 15 Jul 2024 | F0800 | Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs. | D | Complaint investigation | 2 Aug 2024 |
| 29 Mar 2024 | F0761 | Ensure 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. | F | Complaint investigation | 10 Apr 2024 |
| 29 Mar 2024 | F0697 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | D | Complaint investigation | 10 Apr 2024 |
| 29 Mar 2024 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Complaint investigation | 10 Apr 2024 |
| 8 Jan 2024 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | G | Complaint investigation | 26 Jan 2024 |
| 8 Jan 2024 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Complaint investigation | 26 Jan 2024 |
| 5 Dec 2023 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 26 Dec 2023 |
| 5 Dec 2023 | F0676 | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. | D | Complaint investigation | 26 Dec 2023 |
| 5 Dec 2023 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 26 Dec 2023 |
| 5 Dec 2023 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Complaint investigation | 26 Dec 2023 |
| 21 Oct 2023 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Complaint investigation | 8 Nov 2023 |
| 8 Aug 2023 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 30 Aug 2023 |
| 8 Aug 2023 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | F | Standard survey | 30 Aug 2023 |
| 8 Aug 2023 | F0584 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 30 Aug 2023 |
| 8 Aug 2023 | F0645 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | E | Standard survey | 30 Aug 2023 |
| 8 Aug 2023 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | E | Standard survey | 30 Aug 2023 |
| 8 Aug 2023 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | E | Standard survey | 30 Aug 2023 |
| 8 Aug 2023 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | E | Standard survey | 30 Aug 2023 |
| 8 Aug 2023 | F0881 | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. | E | Standard survey | 30 Aug 2023 |
| 8 Aug 2023 | F0578 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 30 Aug 2023 |
| 8 Aug 2023 | F0624 | Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home. | D | Standard survey | 30 Aug 2023 |
| 8 Aug 2023 | F0646 | Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition. | D | Standard survey | 30 Aug 2023 |
| 8 Aug 2023 | F0679 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. | D | Standard survey | 30 Aug 2023 |
| 8 Aug 2023 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 30 Aug 2023 |
| 8 Aug 2023 | F0693 | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. | D | Standard survey | 30 Aug 2023 |
| 8 Aug 2023 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Standard survey | 30 Aug 2023 |
| 8 Aug 2023 | F0745 | Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. | D | Standard survey | 30 Aug 2023 |
| 8 Aug 2023 | F0757 | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | D | Standard survey | 30 Aug 2023 |
| 8 Aug 2023 | F0758 | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. | D | Standard survey | 30 Aug 2023 |
| 8 Aug 2023 | F0759 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | D | Standard survey | 30 Aug 2023 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Apr 2026 | Payment denial | — | 2 days |
| 21 Apr 2026 | Fine | $54,945 | |
| 2 Jun 2025 | Payment denial | — | 54 days |
| 2 Jun 2025 | Fine | $96,753 | |
| 20 Mar 2025 | Fine | $84,686 | |
| 22 Aug 2024 | Fine | $14,433 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Ohio average. Turnover: nursing staff 61.2%, RNs 60.0%; 2 administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | Ohio median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 3.3% | 4.3% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 4.9% | 3.0% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 0.0% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 3.2% | 4.9% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 5.6% | 3.0% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 16.1% | 7.5% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, corporation. Legal business name: Reichart Leasing Co Llc. Chain: Communicare Health (110 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sxcy Mstr Lsco, LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/01/2022 |
| Health Care Lease Facilities, LLC | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 03/01/2018 |
| Sxcy Holdings, LLC | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 01/01/2022 |
| Reichart Mgt Co., LLC | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2018 |
| Health Care Lease Facilities, LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2018 |
| Reichart Mgt Co., LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/25/2025 |
| Rrw, LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2018 |
| Skilled Hc Holdings, LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2018 |
| Sxcy Holdings, LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Jefferson County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Vista Royale LLC | Steubenville | 54 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 20 | 37.0 | — | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Carriage Inn of Steubenville | Steubenville | 120 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 27 | 22.5 | — | 6 Apr 2026 |
| Laurels of Steubenville The | Steubenville | 98 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 46 | 46.9 | — | 5 Jan 2026 |
| Steubenville Country Club Manor | Steubenville | 54 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 61 | 113.0 | — | 13 Feb 2025 |
| Sienna Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation | Wintersville | 88 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 40 | 45.5 | — | 9 Feb 2026 |
All 6 facilities in Jefferson County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Dixon Healthcare Center been cited for?
90 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 6 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Ohio median is 27 per facility.
Has Dixon Healthcare Center been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $251K in the period covered, plus 2 payment denials.
How does staffing at Dixon Healthcare Center compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 3.5 hours per resident per day against a Ohio median of 3.6 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Dixon Healthcare Center?
It is part of the Communicare Health chain. Ownership type is for-profit, corporation. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Sxcy Mstr Lsco, LLC, Health Care Lease Facilities, LLC and Sxcy Holdings, LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Dixon Healthcare Center last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 21 Apr 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 21 Apr 2026.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.