Laurels Of Defiance The
Defiance, OH · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 365389) · 107 certified beds
Health inspection: 4 · Quality measures: 4 · Staffing: 3
Federal fines: none on current record
Phone: (419) 782-7879 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
The Laurels of Defiance holds a CMS overall star rating of 4 out of 5, above the Ohio state average of 3.15. Its health inspection rating is 4 stars and its staffing rating is 3 stars.
The Laurels of Defiance reports total nurse staffing of 3.36 hours per resident per day, including 0.52 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 3. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 31.3%.
The Laurels of Defiance has no federal fines on record, with 0 fines totaling $0.00 and 0 payment denials reported by CMS. The facility does not carry a CMS abuse icon flag and is not listed in the Special Focus Facility program.
About this facility
The Laurels of Defiance is a for-profit nursing home located in Defiance, Ohio, certified for 107 beds with an average daily census of 93.3 residents. The facility has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since July 1978, accepting both Medicare and Medicaid patients.
According to CMS Care Compare, the facility holds an overall star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the Ohio state average of 3.15. Its health inspection rating is 4 stars, quality measures rating is 4 stars, and staffing rating is 3 stars.
Nurse staffing data show total nurse hours per resident per day of 3.36, including 0.52 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 31.3%.
Regarding penalties, CMS records show 0 federal fines totaling $0.00 and 0 payment denials — no federal fines on record for this facility.
This facility does not currently carry a CMS abuse icon flag, and it is not listed under the Special Focus Facility program based on the data provided.
The Laurels of Defiance is part of the Ciena Healthcare/Laurel Health Care chain, which operates 81 facilities nationally with an average chain rating of 2.8 stars — notably below this individual facility's 4-star rating. Ownership has not changed in the past 12 months, so current ratings reflect the current operator.
Source: CMS Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The Laurels of Defiance has an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, above the Ohio state average of 3.15.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Yes, this facility accepts both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is 3.36 hours per resident per day, including 0.52 RN hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 31.3% and a staffing star rating of 3.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
No, CMS records show 0 fines totaling $0.00 and 0 payment denials — no federal fines on record.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
No abuse icon or Special Focus designation is indicated in the available CMS data for this facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The facility is certified for 107 beds with an average of 93.3 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned as a for-profit corporation and is part of the Ciena Healthcare/Laurel Health Care chain, which operates 81 facilities with an average rating of 2.8 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility has been certified since July 31, 1978.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on overall quality, health inspections, staffing, and quality measures; this facility scores 4, 4, 3, and 4 stars respectively.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify service types; please contact the facility at 4197827879 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; please contact the facility at 4197827879 to arrange a visit and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the facility's full profile at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/365389?state=OH.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.