About Laurels of Defiance The
Laurels Of Defiance The, located in DEFIANCE, OH, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose Laurels of Defiance The
- High Quality Care: With a 4-star CMS rating, this facility demonstrates high standards.
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 4 Stars
- Nursing Hours 3.45 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
This facility is part of the CIENA HEALTHCARE/LAUREL HEALTH CARE network. This chain operates 83 facilities.
Chain Performance Overview
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Nursing Staff Analysis
Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Below Average Staffing
Laurels of Defiance The provides less care hours than the state average and less than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 4 |
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| Health Inspection | 4 |
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| Quality Measures | 4 |
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| Staffing | 4 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 24 | Jun 12, 2025 |
| Weighted Average | 34 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending May 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.
Medicare claims-based measures
Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) | 25.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 16.6% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 1.7% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 2.1% |
MDS-based measures
Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) | 7.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 2.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 0.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 5.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 3.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 96.5% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 95.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 1.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 6.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 25.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 97.4% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 92.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 3.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 27.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 11.0% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2023: 1 complaint
- 2025: 2 complaints
- Total: 3 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Jul 18, 2025 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| Jul 18, 2025 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. |
| Dec 12, 2023 | Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft. |
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Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
OAK HEALTH CARE INVESTORS OF DEFIANCE, INC.
Ownership Structure
Management & Direction
- STAVROS KARATSORIDIS OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- STAVROS KARATSORIDIS ADP OF THE SNF
- ANIS KHAN CORPORATE OFFICER
- ANIS KHAN OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- ANIS KHAN ADP OF THE SNF
- LAUREL HEALTH CARE COMPANY OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- LAUREL HEALTH CARE COMPANY ADP OF THE SNF
- KANDACE POTTS OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- KANDACE POTTS ADP OF THE SNF
- MOHAMMAD QAZI CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- MOHAMMAD QAZI CORPORATE OFFICER
- SELECT REHABILITATION LLC ADP OF THE SNF
- DAVID STOBB CORPORATE OFFICER
- DAVID STOBB ADP OF THE SNF
- ZENITH FINANCIAL GROUP LLC ADP OF THE SNF
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Vancrest of Payne | N/A | 5 |
| Meadows of Kalida | N/A | 5 |
| Vancrest Health Care Ctr of Ho | N/A | 5 |
| Vancrest of Hicksville | N/A | 5 |
| Embassy of Swanton | N/A | 4 |
| Meadows of Leipsic | N/A | 5 |
| Fulton Manor Nursing and Rehab C | N/A | 4 |
| Laurels of Defiance The | N/A | 4 |
| Autumn Court | N/A | 5 |
| Park View Care Center | N/A | 4 |
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Ownership Details
Complete list of registered owners, including direct and indirect ownership.
Noted Deficiencies
Detailed history of deficiencies with descriptions and correction dates.
Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
- Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
- Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
- Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
- Room type (private vs. semi-private)
- Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
- Length of stay and specific services required
For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Laurels of Defiance The directly at 4197827879. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
Environment & Cleanliness
- Overall cleanliness and odors
- Resident room conditions
- Common area maintenance
- Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
- Staff-to-resident ratios
- How staff interact with residents
- Response time to resident needs
- Staff knowledge and professionalism
Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.