Nursing homes › Ohio › Smithville Western Care Center
4110 East Smithville Western Road, Wooster, OH 44691 · 3303459050 · 127 certified beds
Per CMS filings, this facility is affiliated with Sprenger Health Care Systems, a group operating 12 facilities in 2 states. Group record: average rating 3.4/5, 0 abuse citation icons, 0 facilities on the Special Focus list, $94,325 in federal fines. This facility rates below its group average (3.4/5).
Total nurse staffing: 3.63 (Ohio median: 3.57). RN hours: 0.59. Weekend total: 3.26. Nursing staff turnover: 35%.
All-time on record: 38 deficiency citations, including 1 at immediate-jeopardy level. Below: citations from 2023 onward (severity letters explained in methodology).
| Survey date | Deficiency | Sev. | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-04-28 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | E | complaint | corrected 2025-05-09 |
| 2025-04-28 | 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. | D | complaint | corrected 2025-05-09 |
| 2025-01-15 | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. | D | complaint | corrected 2025-01-29 |
| 2025-01-15 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | D | complaint | corrected 2024-10-16 |
| 2025-01-15 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | complaint | corrected 2025-01-29 |
| 2024-10-31 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | J | complaint | corrected 2024-11-05 |
| 2024-10-31 | Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits. | E | complaint | corrected 2024-11-05 |
| 2024-10-31 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | complaint | corrected 2024-11-05 |
| 2024-07-02 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Health | corrected 2024-08-13 |
| 2024-07-02 | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | F | Health | corrected 2024-08-13 |
| 2024-07-02 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | F | Health | corrected 2024-08-13 |
| 2024-07-02 | 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. | E | Health | corrected 2024-08-13 |
| 2024-07-02 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | E | Health | corrected 2024-08-13 |
| 2024-07-02 | Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death. | D | Health | corrected 2024-08-13 |
| 2024-07-02 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | D | Health | corrected 2024-08-13 |
| 2024-07-02 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Health | corrected 2024-08-13 |
| 2024-07-02 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Health | corrected 2024-08-13 |
| 2024-07-02 | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | D | Health | corrected 2024-08-13 |
| 2024-07-02 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Health | corrected 2024-08-13 |
| 2024-04-11 | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. | D | complaint | corrected 2024-04-15 |
| 2024-02-08 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | complaint | corrected 2024-02-09 |
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-10-31 | Fine | $42,777 |
| Name | Role | Type | % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WAYNE MANOR, INC. | 5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest | Organization | 100% | since 10/01/2001 |
| BLUESKY HEALTHCARE INC | 5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest | Organization | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | since 10/01/2001 |
| SPRENGER ENTERPRISES, INC | 5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest | Organization | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | since 10/01/2001 |
| HUTSENPILLER, WENDIE | 5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest | Individual | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | since 07/01/2008 |
| MALANOWSKI, KENNETH | 5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest | Individual | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | since 07/01/2008 |
| SPRENGER, NICOLE | 5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest | Individual | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | since 07/01/2008 |
| SPRENGER, TRACEY | 5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest | Individual | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | since 07/01/2008 |
| FOX, EMILY | Corporate Officer | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 12/31/2024 |
| KUHN, SHANNON | Corporate Officer | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 12/31/2024 |
| MALANOWKI, BRANDON | Corporate Officer | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 12/31/2024 |
| CMS & CO. MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC. | Operational/Managerial Control | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | since 01/22/2001 |
| CHILDS, ROBERT | Operational/Managerial Control | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 01/06/2025 |
| FOX, EMILY | Operational/Managerial Control | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 12/31/2024 |
| KUHN, SHANNON | Operational/Managerial Control | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 12/31/2024 |
| MALANOWKI, BRANDON | Operational/Managerial Control | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 12/31/2024 |
| TYLER, CHRISTY | Operational/Managerial Control | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 02/14/2022 |
| WILKINS, SCOTT | Operational/Managerial Control | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 01/15/2025 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog (July 2026 release) — provider file, deficiency file, ownership file, penalty file. CCN 365317. Corrections: data@carerecords.org.