Nursing HomeAkron, OHCMS 365134Updated September 25, 2026
HICKORY RIDGE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTERDeficiencies, fines & AHCA inspection record
Searching for HICKORY RIDGE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER deficiencies? This landing page summarizes Florida AHCA and CMS inspection data for this nursing home in Akron, OH: Class I–IV counts, complaints, and a dated timeline of public findings so you can tour with clearer questions.
On this page: Class I–IV totals, and 24 dated timeline events.
Inspection snapshot
At a glance
Public AHCA Class I–IV rollup and CMS survey detail for HICKORY RIDGE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER.
Deficiencies
24
Moderate inspection concerns
Complaints
0
None on current rollup
Recorded fines
$0
No fine amount on file
Risk level
Moderate
Moderate inspection concerns
Moderate inspection concerns
HICKORY RIDGE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER has enough citations or fines to warrant a careful read of inspection history, especially recurring categories.
Class I0
Class II0
Class III24
Class IV0
Findings by AHCA class
Class I
0
Class II
0
Class III
24
Class IV
0
24 Class III citations: Class III citations are the most common serious rollup. Patterns over time matter more than a single count.
Most common CMS category on file: Quality of life & care (10).
HICKORY RIDGE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER deficiency timeline
Dated findings, fines, corrections, and license milestones · 24 events on record. Newest first.
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (F)cms
F0812: Nutrition and Dietary
Nutrition & dietary
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected Feb 11, 2026
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (E)Complaint-relatedcms
F0807: Nutrition and Dietary
Nutrition & dietary
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.
Corrected Feb 11, 2026
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (E)cms
F0880: Infection Control
Infection control
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected Feb 11, 2026
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (D)Complaint-relatedcms
F0550: Resident Rights
Resident rights
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected Feb 11, 2026
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (D)cms
F0607: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
Abuse, neglect & exploitation
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected Feb 11, 2026
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (D)Complaint-relatedcms
F0610: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
Abuse, neglect & exploitation
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected Feb 11, 2026
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (D)Complaint-relatedcms
F0689: Quality of Life and Care
Quality of life & care
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected Feb 11, 2026
Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (D)Complaint-relatedcms
F0692: Quality of Life and Care
Quality of life & care
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Florida groups assisted living violations into four classes by how serious the risk is to residents (Fla. Stat. §§ 408.813, 429.19).
Class I: Imminent danger
0 on record
Conditions that present an imminent danger to residents or a substantial probability of death or serious physical or emotional harm.
Typical ALF fine: $5,000-$10,000 per violation (ALF). Highest severity. Must be corrected quickly, often within 24 hours.
Class II: Direct threat
0 on record
Conditions that directly threaten the physical or emotional health, safety, or security of residents (short of Class I).
Typical ALF fine: $1,000-$5,000 per violation (ALF). Direct risk to resident well-being; fines apply even after correction.
Class III: Indirect or potential threat
24 on record
Conditions that indirectly or potentially threaten resident health, safety, or security.
Typical ALF fine: $500-$1,000 per violation (ALF). Potential harm if left uncorrected; correction deadlines are specified.
Class IV: No direct resident threat
0 on record
Conditions related to operations, reports, or paperwork that do not threaten resident health, safety, or security.
Typical ALF fine: $100-$200 per violation (ALF). Lowest severity; often administrative. Fines may be waived if corrected on time.
Findings by deficiency type
CMS health survey categories for this community, ranked by how often they appear in our detail records.
Quality of life & care
10 citations
Covers hands-on care quality, activities, and dignity of daily living.
Ask: What daily care standards failed, and how were they fixed?
Nutrition & dietary
4 citations
Dietary failures raise malnutrition and dehydration risk.
Ask: Are meals, hydration, and special diets reliable?
Abuse, neglect & exploitation
3 citations
These citations relate to resident protection and mandatory reporting.
Ask: How does the community prevent and report abuse or neglect?
Assessment & care planning
3 citations
Poor assessments can lead to missed needs, falls, or hospital transfers.
Ask: Are care plans current and matched to the resident's needs?
Infection control
2 citations
Weak infection control raises outbreak risk for frail residents.
Ask: What infection prevention practices failed inspection?
Resident rights
2 citations
Rights citations often involve consent, privacy, or grievance handling.
Ask: How are privacy, dignity, and choice protected?
HICKORY RIDGE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER deficiency FAQ
Common questions families ask when researching HICKORY RIDGE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER inspection history in Akron, OH.
Does HICKORY RIDGE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER have deficiencies?
Yes. HICKORY RIDGE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER has 24 public deficiencies on the AHCA/CMS totals we track. Review the class breakdown and timeline on this page for dates and categories.
How many deficiencies does HICKORY RIDGE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER have?
HICKORY RIDGE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER has 24 deficiencies on the public totals we track.
What do AHCA deficiency classes mean for HICKORY RIDGE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER?
Florida grades assisted living deficiencies Class I through IV by how serious the risk is to residents. Class I is imminent danger; Class IV is typically paperwork with no direct resident threat. Use the class chart on this page to see how this community's totals break down.
Are there fines or complaints for HICKORY RIDGE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER?
No fines or complaints appear on the current public rollup for HICKORY RIDGE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER. Confirm with the latest AHCA facility profile.
Where do these deficiency numbers come from?
Totals combine Florida AHCA Health Finder class rollups with CMS Nursing Home Compare deficiency and penalty records where a CMS certification number is available.
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HICKORY RIDGE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER deficiency data is compiled from Florida AHCA public facility comparison fields and CMS Provider Data Catalog where available (page data refreshed September 25, 2026). Facilities may contest findings; always verify with the latest official inspection report before making a care decision.