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Laurels Of Athens, The
70 Columbus Circle, Athens, OH 45701 · Athens County · (740) 592-1000
Fewer inspection deficiencies (16) than 19% of nursing homes in Ohio. Rated #1 of 2 nursing homes in Athens by overall CMS stars. Nursing hours per resident day: 3.7 — above the Ohio average of 3.69.
Quality details (CMS data, Oct 2026 release)
| Certified beds | 111 |
| Average residents per day | 102.8 |
| Ownership | For-profit |
| Participation | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Provider chain | CIENA HEALTHCARE/LAUREL HEALTH CARE |
| Nursing hours per resident per day | 3.72 (Ohio average: 3.69) |
| — of which RN hours | 0.96 |
| — of which nurse aide hours | 2.22 |
| Staff turnover | 42% |
| RN turnover | 42% |
| Most recent health inspection | Apr 20, 2026 |
| Deficiencies cited (latest cycle) | 16 (Ohio average: 10.3) |
| Weighted inspection score (lower is better) | 117.25 |
| Federal fines in past 3 years | 1 fine(s) totaling $38,912 |
| Payment denials / penalties | 1 |
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Source: U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Provider Information dataset, Oct 2026 release (processing date Sep 1, 2026). Ratings reflect inspection cycles and reported staffing; visit any facility in person before deciding.