The Laurels of Norworth
6830 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43085 · (614) 888-4553
For profit - Corporation · 126 certified beds
The Laurels of Norworth has a 2-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in July 2026, found 0 citations (the Ohio average is 10.5). It was fined 3 times in the last three years, $66,671 in all.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on July 23, 2026 found 0 citations. What an inspection citation means
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 12 citations.
- Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.February 9, 2026 · F0686 · Level of harm: Actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.February 9, 2026 · F0836 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.December 10, 2025 · F0609 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.December 10, 2025 · F0610 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.December 10, 2025 · F0689 · Level of harm: Actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.November 19, 2024 · F0804 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.November 19, 2024 · F0805 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.November 19, 2024 · F0880 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.March 25, 2024 · F0557 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.March 25, 2024 · F0689 · Level of harm: Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.March 25, 2024 · F0761 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.October 18, 2023 · F0689 · Level of harm: Actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Fines and payment denials
- Fine of $14,800December 10, 2025
- Fine of $37,191March 25, 2024
- Fine of $14,680October 18, 2023
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | Ohio average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 3.35 | 3.69 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.74 | 0.64 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.52 | 0.95 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 2.09 | 2.09 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 24.7% | 48.7% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | For profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 126 |
| Average residents per day | 118.7 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
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