SeniorCareRanked
Ohio/LEBANON
100
Excellent

OTTERBEIN LEBANON RETIREMENT COMMUNITY

585 NORTH STATE ROUTE 741, LEBANON, OH 45036
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

OTTERBEIN LEBANON RETIREMENT COMMUNITY is a 154-bed non profit - corporation nursing home located in LEBANON, Ohio. It has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 100 out of 100, placing it above average for quality and safety. Staff turnover is 36.8%. This facility has no recorded fines. 5 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection. It is part of the OTTERBEIN SENIORLIFE chain.

How This Compares

Trust Score100/100 (↑ Better than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating5/5 stars (↑ Better than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day4.1 hrs (↑ Better than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.58 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover37% (↑ Better than avg 40%)
Deficiencies5 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day4.1
RN hours/resident/day0.58
Staff turnover36.8%
RN turnover9.1%

Facility Information

Beds154
Avg residents139.3
OwnershipNon profit - Corporation
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
ChainOTTERBEIN SENIORLIFE
Deficiencies (last inspection)5
Resident/Family councilYes

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What to Look for When Visiting OTTERBEIN LEBANON RETIREMENT COMMUNITY

Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

Is there an unpleasant smell?

A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

Count staff vs. residents during your visit

OTTERBEIN LEBANON RETIREMENT COMMUNITY reports 4.1 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

Ask about staff consistency

Staff turnover is 36.8% — near the national average. Still ask whether your family member will have consistent caregivers assigned.

Ask about their most recent inspection

5 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.