CMS data snapshot: July 2026
Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Ohio. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.
Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.
A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.
Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.
Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).
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Independence House is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Fostoria, Ohio with 50 certified beds. It has been operating since 1992. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
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.
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
No penalties on record.
Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.
Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.
| Name | Role | Type | Ownership % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLANCHARD VALLEY HEALTH SYSTEM | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | 100% | Dec 31, 2007 |
| BROUGH, MICHAEL | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2021 |
| COSIANO, FRANK | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2015 |
| DOWLING, JAMES | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2018 |
| EDGINGTON, ANNETTE | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2023 |
| HOPKINS, WILLIAM | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2022 |
| JONES, GINGER | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | May 1, 2015 |
| KENNARD, DAN | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2021 |
| KROETZ, ELIZABETH | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2021 |
| LAUSE, THOMAS | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2024 |
| LEWIS, MYRON | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2021 |
| LONGO, JOSEPH | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2024 |
| MALARKY, DONALD | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2023 |
| OVERTON, KIRBY | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2024 |
| POLDER, RICHARD | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Aug 30, 2012 |
| REINEKE, JOHN | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2018 |
| SHRADER, JEFFERY | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2021 |
| WEBB, ADELE | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2018 |
| BEIDELSCHIES, TIM | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Feb 24, 2003 |
| CYTLAK, DAVID | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2010 |
| SCHERER, AMY | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Apr 16, 2017 |
| BROUGH, MICHAEL | TRUSTEE OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2021 |
| COSIANO, FRANK | TRUSTEE OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2015 |
| DOWLING, JAMES | TRUSTEE OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2018 |
| EDGINGTON, ANNETTE | TRUSTEE OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2023 |
| HOPKINS, WILLIAM | TRUSTEE OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2022 |
| JONES, GINGER | TRUSTEE OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | May 1, 2015 |
| KENNARD, DAN | TRUSTEE OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2021 |
| KROETZ, ELIZABETH | TRUSTEE OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2021 |
| LAUSE, THOMAS | TRUSTEE OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2024 |
| LEWIS, MYRON | TRUSTEE OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2021 |
| LONGO, JOSEPH | TRUSTEE OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2024 |
| MALARKY, DONALD | TRUSTEE OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2023 |
| OVERTON, KIRBY | TRUSTEE OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2024 |
| POLDER, RICHARD | TRUSTEE OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Aug 30, 2012 |
| REINEKE, JOHN | TRUSTEE OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2018 |
| SHRADER, JEFFERY | TRUSTEE OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2021 |
| WEBB, ADELE | TRUSTEE OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2018 |
| BEIDELSCHIES, TIM | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Feb 24, 2003 |
| CYTLAK, DAVID | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2010 |
| LEWIS, MYRON | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2021 |
| SCHERER, AMY | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Apr 16, 2017 |
Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Independence House and nearby alternatives.
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