Ohio: CMS Rating Breakdown
Ohio's nursing home sector comprises 921 CMS-certified facilities, according to current figures from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The state's nursing homes carry an average Five-Star overall rating of 3.22 out of 5. By ownership structure, the majority—779 facilities—operate for profit, while 130 are nonprofit and 12 are government-run.
The Five-Star rating system serves as a broad indicator of performance across the state's nursing home landscape, though it has documented limitations. The overall state average does not constitute a judgment on any individual facility's quality or safety. When making decisions about a specific nursing home, prospective residents and families should consult the facility's individual profile on the CMS Care Compare platform, which provides current, facility-specific data. The Five-Star rating and state averages are not a substitute for medical, financial, or legal advice, and individual circumstances warrant personalized review of each facility's complete record.
How to read this. The star ratings here are official CMS Five-Star Quality figures, shown as the rating as of May2026 — a relative quality measure with documented limits, not a recommendation, guarantee, or medical/financial/legal advice. Always confirm the current rating and details on the facility’s live Medicare Care Compare profile, and involve the resident and their clinicians in any decision.
Ownership mix
| Ownership | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For Profit | 779 |
| Non Profit | 130 |
| Government | 12 |
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Informational only — not medical, financial, or legal advice. Senior Care by State reports official CMS Five-Star Quality data, which is a relative measure with documented limitations — not a recommendation or a guarantee that any facility is right for you. Choosing care is a personal medical and financial decision: confirm the current details with the facility directly, talk with the resident’s physician and care team, and verify ratings and coverage on Medicare.gov or with your state’s long-term-care or health agency before relying on anything here. For medical, financial, or legal questions, consult a qualified professional.