Which agency conducts annual surveys of nursing homes in Ohio?

The Ohio Department of Health is responsible for conducting annual surveys of nursing homes in Ohio. These surveys are crucial for ensuring that facilities comply with state and federal regulations governing the quality of care and the safety of residents. Through these surveys, the agency assesses various aspects of nursing home operations, including resident rights, staff qualifications, cleanliness, and overall care quality.

The Ohio Department of Aging, while involved with elder care, primarily focuses on advocacy, resource coordination, and support services for older adults rather than direct oversight of nursing home compliance. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) does have a role in regulating nursing homes that participate in Medicare and Medicaid, but the actual surveys and enforcement functions in Ohio are executed by the state’s Department of Health. The Ohio Elder Care Commission serves a different purpose, focusing more on improving the overall care and services for older adults, rather than overseeing individual facilities.