CCN 365202

Carecore at Lima

599 SOUTH SHAWNEE STREET, Lima, OH 45804 · Allen County

Phone: (419) 227-2154
Ownership: For profit - Partnership
Certified beds: 88
Residents per day: 70.9
Health citations: 38
Penalties: 1
Fines: 1 · $33,534
Map: Open location

Provider Information. Data from CMS, updated September 1, 2026. CMS Provider Data Catalog · How we rate · Corrections

Overall

CMS overall star rating in this file.

Health inspection

Compared with other homes in the state.

Staffing

Based on reported PBJ nurse hours.

Quality measures

Long-stay 5 · short-stay —.

Provider Information star ratings. Data from CMS, updated September 1, 2026. CMS Provider Data Catalog · How we rate · Corrections

Staffing hours

Reported hours per resident per day come from the Payroll-Based Journal figures in the Provider Information file. Case-mix and adjusted hours account for how much care CMS expects given the residents’ needs. State and U.S. figures are averages from the same release.

Measure: This home; State; U.S.
Nurse aide: 1.83; 2.09; 2.32
LPN/LVN: 0.58; 0.95; 0.86
Registered nurse: 0.70; 0.64; 0.69
Total nurse staff: 3.11; 3.69; 3.86
Weekend total: 2.68; 3.28; 3.42
Weekend RN: 0.54; 0.42; 0.48

Adjusted total nurse hours: 3.08. Adjusted RN hours: 0.70. Case-mix total: 3.88. Case-mix index: 1.417.

Total nursing staff turnover: 62.7%. RN turnover: 53.8%. Administrators who left: 2.

How to read staffing hours

Payroll-Based Journal figures in Provider Information. Data from CMS, updated September 1, 2026. CMS Provider Data Catalog · How we rate · Corrections

Fines and penalties

CMS reports 1 fine totaling $33,534, and 0 payment denials.

Date	Type	Amount or days
March 11, 2025	Fine	$33,534

Cycle 1 standard survey: June 4, 2026. Health deficiencies counted in cycle 1: 8. Cycle 1 total health score: 40.

Cycle 2 standard survey: September 26, 2024. Cycle 2/3 health deficiencies: 19. Total weighted health survey score: 65.

Penalties file and Provider Information. Data from CMS, updated September 1, 2026. CMS Provider Data Catalog · How we rate · Corrections

Health inspection citations

The Health Deficiencies file lists 38 citations for this home, including 0 at immediate jeopardy and 2 at actual harm. CMS may display some citations here that are not used in the health inspection rating, including citations under dispute.

June 4, 2026

6 citations

Tag	What CMS cited	Scope and severity	Status
F880	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 1	F: widespread, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 26, 2026
F580	Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 1	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 26, 2026
F684	Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 1	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 26, 2026
F685	Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 1	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 26, 2026
F698	Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 1	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 26, 2026
F732	Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 1	C: widespread, no actual harm, with potential for minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 26, 2026

March 20, 2026

2 citations

Tag	What CMS cited	Scope and severity	Status
F610	Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Complaint survey · Cycle 1	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · April 3, 2026
F627	Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Complaint survey · Cycle 1	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · April 3, 2026

March 11, 2025

1 citation

Tag	What CMS cited	Scope and severity	Status
F686	Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Complaint survey · Cycle 2	G: isolated, actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · March 24, 2025

September 26, 2024

10 citations

Tag	What CMS cited	Scope and severity	Status
F689	Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 2	G: isolated, actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · October 24, 2024
F584	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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Complaint survey · Standard survey · Cycle 2	E: pattern, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · October 24, 2024
F656	Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 2	E: pattern, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · October 24, 2024
F803	Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 2	E: pattern, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · October 24, 2024
F812	Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 2	E: pattern, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · October 24, 2024
F925	Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Environmental Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 2	E: pattern, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · October 24, 2024
F684	Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 2	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · October 24, 2024
F690	Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 2	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · October 24, 2024
F697	Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 2	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · October 24, 2024
F804	Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 2	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · October 24, 2024

March 22, 2024

3 citations

Tag	What CMS cited	Scope and severity	Status
F684	Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Complaint survey · Cycle 3	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · April 11, 2024
F755	Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Complaint survey · Cycle 3	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · April 11, 2024
F759	Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Complaint survey · Cycle 3	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · April 11, 2024

March 6, 2024

1 citation

Tag	What CMS cited	Scope and severity	Status
F812	Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Complaint survey · Cycle 3	F: widespread, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · April 11, 2024

December 18, 2023

1 citation

Tag	What CMS cited	Scope and severity	Status
F842	Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Complaint survey · Cycle 3	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · January 4, 2024

December 4, 2023

3 citations

Tag	What CMS cited	Scope and severity	Status
F609	Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Complaint survey · Cycle 3	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · December 18, 2023
F610	Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Complaint survey · Cycle 3	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · December 18, 2023
F842	Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Complaint survey · Cycle 3	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · December 18, 2023

May 9, 2022

11 citations

Tag	What CMS cited	Scope and severity	Status
F801	Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 3	F: widespread, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 17, 2022
F641	Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 3	E: pattern, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 17, 2022
F656	Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 3	E: pattern, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 17, 2022
F657	Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 3	E: pattern, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 17, 2022
F582	Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 3	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 17, 2022
F623	Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 3	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 17, 2022
F625	Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 3	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 17, 2022
F684	Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 3	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 17, 2022
F773	Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. Administration Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 3	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 17, 2022
F880	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 3	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 17, 2022
F881	Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 3	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 17, 2022

Health Deficiencies. Data from CMS, updated September 1, 2026. CMS Provider Data Catalog · How we rate · Corrections

Other facts in the provider file

Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid.
Chain name in the file: Carecore Health (12 facilities). Chain average overall rating: 2.3.
Legal business name: Carecore at Lima,llc.
First approved for Medicare and Medicaid services: October 14, 1968.
Resident and family council: Resident.
Automatic sprinklers in all required areas: Yes.
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Questions

What is the CMS overall rating for Carecore at Lima?

Carecore at Lima has an overall rating of 4 out of 5. The health inspection rating is 3, staffing is 2, and the quality measure rating is 5.

How many health citations does CMS list for Carecore at Lima?

The Health Deficiencies file lists 38 health citations for this home. 0 are coded immediate jeopardy (J, K, or L) and 2 are coded actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy (G, H, or I).

What nurse staffing does CMS report for Carecore at Lima?

CMS reports 3.11 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.70 registered nurse hours. These are Payroll-Based Journal measures in the Provider Information file.

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May 9, 2022

11 citations

Tag	What CMS cited	Scope and severity	Status
F801	Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 3	F: widespread, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 17, 2022
F641	Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 3	E: pattern, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 17, 2022
F656	Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 3	E: pattern, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 17, 2022
F657	Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 3	E: pattern, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 17, 2022
F582	Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 3	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 17, 2022
F623	Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 3	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 17, 2022
F625	Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 3	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 17, 2022
F684	Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 3	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 17, 2022
F773	Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. Administration Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 3	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 17, 2022
F880	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 3	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 17, 2022
F881	Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Standard survey · Cycle 3	D: isolated, no actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm	Deficient, Provider has date of correction · June 17, 2022