Map showing the location of ROCKY RIVER GARDENS REHAB AND NURSING CTR in CLEVELAND, Ohio
4102 ROCKY RIVER DR, CLEVELAND, OH, 44135

Overall Score

CMS Five-Star Quality Rating
2/5Below averageCMS Five-Star overall rating
  1. Much below average
  2. Below average
  3. Average
  4. Above average
  5. Much above average

Where it ranks

  • OhioAbove only 10% of peers911 rated homes · average 3.2★
  • Cuyahoga CountyAbove only 13% of peers92 rated homes · average 3.0★
  • United StatesAbove only 20% of peers14,574 rated homes · average 3.0★

How the rating is built

  • Health inspectionsStarting point1★−1.8 vs OH avg
  • StaffingCan add or remove a star1★−1.4 vs OH avg
  • Quality measuresCan add or remove a star5★+0.6 vs OH avg

CMS starts from the health inspection stars, then adds or subtracts a star for staffing and for quality measures. Stars are assigned relative to other facilities in the same state.

Ratings & measures

Tap a row to see what it means
Health inspection ratingCMS stars from the last three on-site inspection cycles1★Lowest tier among peersOH avg2.8★U.S. avg2.8★
What is health inspection rating?

Stars assigned from the last three standard surveys and every complaint investigation in that window, weighted toward the most recent and the most serious findings. CMS assigns these stars relative to other facilities in the same state.

Why it matters

It carries the most weight in the overall rating and is the only domain based on what trained inspectors saw on site rather than what the facility reported.

Staffing ratingCMS stars from payroll-reported hours and turnover1★Lowest tier among peersOH avg2.4★U.S. avg2.9★
What is staffing rating?

Nurse and aide hours per resident day from payroll records CMS collects every quarter, adjusted for how much care residents need, plus staff turnover and weekend coverage.

Why it matters

More hours and lower turnover are the strongest predictors of fewer falls, pressure sores, and avoidable hospital stays.

Quality measures ratingCMS stars from clinical outcomes and resident assessments5★Above only 43% of peersOH avg4.4★U.S. avg3.6★
What is quality measures rating?

Clinical outcomes from resident assessments and Medicare claims: falls with injury, pressure ulcers, hospitalizations, antipsychotic use, and more, for both short-stay and long-stay residents.

Why it matters

It shows whether care is working, but part of it comes from the facility’s own assessments, so read it alongside the inspection results.

Total nurse hoursPer resident per day, all nursing staff3.23hrsAbove only 18% of peersOH avg3.73Benchmark4.10
What is total nurse hours?

All licensed nurse and aide hours worked, divided by the number of residents, on an average day. Reported from payroll, not self-reported.

Why it matters

Federal research links 4.1 hours a day to fewer avoidable harms. Below about 3 hours, residents wait longer for help with basics like toileting and repositioning.

RN hoursPer resident per day, registered nurses only0.24hrsAbove only 1% of peersOH avg0.63Benchmark0.75
What is rn hours?

Registered nurse hours only. RNs assess residents, manage medications, and catch changes in condition; LPNs and aides deliver most hands-on care.

Why it matters

RN coverage is the staffing measure most tied to fewer hospital transfers and infections, and it is where thinly staffed facilities cut first.

Nursing staff turnoverShare of nursing staff who left within a year · lower is better52%Above only 43% of peersOH avg50%RN turnover79%
What is nursing staff turnover?

The share of nursing staff who left within the past year, from the same payroll data.

Why it matters

High turnover means residents are cared for by people who do not know them, and it is one of the strongest predictors of inspection problems.

Fines in the last three yearsCivil money penalties imposed by CMS · lower is better$104,742Above only 8% of peersOH avg$23,502Fines · denials5 · 1
What is fines in the last three years?

Civil money penalties CMS imposed after serious or uncorrected deficiencies, and denials of Medicare payment for new admissions.

Why it matters

Penalties follow the worst inspection findings. A recent fine is the clearest sign that inspectors found real harm.

Inspection history

Last three inspection cycles
39citations
9inspection dates
2actual harm (G–I)
3immediate jeopardy (J–L)
Dec 4, 2024most recent

Citations by monthDec 2019 – Dec 2024

  • No actual harm (D–F)
  • Actual harm (G–I)
  • Immediate jeopardy (J–L)
  • $Fine or payment denial

Click a month or a year to filter the findings below. Arrow keys move between months; Esc clears.

Dec 4, 20242 citationsCycle 2worst J · immediate jeopardy
  1. F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Dec 11, 2024
  2. F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationJ · isolatedCorrected Nov 18, 2024
Oct 23, 20241 citationCycle 2worst J · immediate jeopardy$17,068, $17,414, payment denial
  1. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareJ · isolatedCorrected Dec 4, 2024
Jul 22, 20242 citationsCycle 2worst J · immediate jeopardy$33,586
  1. F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Jul 23, 2024
  2. F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationJ · isolatedCorrected Jul 23, 2024
Apr 12, 202410 citationsCycle 1worst F · no actual harm
  1. F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected May 10, 2024
  2. F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected May 10, 2024
  3. F758Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected May 10, 2024
  4. F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected May 10, 2024
  5. F761Ensure 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.Pharmacy ServiceF · widespreadCorrected May 10, 2024
  6. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryF · widespreadCorrected May 10, 2024
  7. F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected May 10, 2024
  8. F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected May 10, 2024
  9. F637Assess the resident when there is a significant change in conditionResident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected May 10, 2024
  10. F569Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected May 10, 2024
Dec 15, 20231 citationCycle 3worst F · no actual harm
  1. F921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.EnvironmentalF · widespreadCorrected Dec 18, 2023
Jun 14, 202312 citationsCycle 2worst G · actual harm$15,626, $21,048
  1. F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Jul 11, 2023
  2. F578Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Jul 11, 2023
  3. F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Jul 11, 2023
  4. F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jul 11, 2023
  5. F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jul 11, 2023
  6. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareG · isolatedCorrected Jul 11, 2023
  7. F692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jul 11, 2023
  8. F758Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Jul 11, 2023
  9. F849Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.AdministrationD · isolatedCorrected Jul 11, 2023
  10. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlD · isolatedCorrected Jul 11, 2023
  11. F603Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationG · isolatedCorrected Jul 11, 2023
  12. F694Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jul 11, 2023
Apr 14, 20231 citationCycle 3worst D · no actual harm
  1. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Apr 20, 2023
Feb 9, 20231 citationCycle 3worst D · no actual harm
  1. F761Ensure 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.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Feb 14, 2023
Dec 5, 20199 citationsCycle 3worst E · no actual harm
  1. F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Dec 20, 2019
  2. F554Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Dec 20, 2019
  3. F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Dec 20, 2019
  4. F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Dec 20, 2019
  5. F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Dec 20, 2019
  6. F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Dec 20, 2019
  7. F770Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.AdministrationD · isolatedCorrected Dec 20, 2019
  8. F776Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them.AdministrationD · isolatedCorrected Dec 20, 2019
  9. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlD · isolatedCorrected Dec 20, 2019

Staffing

From quarterly payroll reports

Hours per resident per day

  • All nursing staffRNs, LPNs and aides combined3.23hrsAbove only 18% of peers−0.50 vs OH avg
  • Registered nursesRN hours only0.24hrsAbove only 1% of peers−0.39 vs OH avg
  • Licensed practical nursesLPN hours1.07hrs
  • Nurse aidesCNA hours1.92hrs
  • Weekend nursingAll staff on Saturdays and Sundays2.96hrs
  • Ohio average
  • Research benchmark (4.10 total, 0.75 RN)

Turnover & capacity

  • Nursing staff turnoverShare who left within a year · lower is better52%Above only 43% of peersOH avg 50%
  • RN turnoverRegistered nurses only79%Not ranked by CMS
  • Administrators who leftIn the past year
  • Occupancy120 certified beds · ~89 residents a day74%Above only 18% of peersOH avg 83%

Fines & penalties

Roughly the past three years

Enforcement summary

  • $104,742In fines
  • 5Fines
  • 1Payment denial
  • $23,502OH avg in fines
Above only 8% of peersFewer fines than 8% of rated homes in Ohio

Actions on record

  1. Oct 23, 2024Civil money penalty$17,068
  2. Oct 23, 2024Civil money penalty$17,414
  3. Oct 23, 2024Denial of payment for new admissionsfrom Nov 16, 2024
  4. Jul 22, 2024Civil money penalty$33,586
  5. Jun 14, 2023Civil money penalty$15,626
  6. Jun 14, 2023Civil money penalty$21,048

Ownership

As filed with CMS

Structure

Ownership type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Chain
Garden Healthcare Group6 facilities in the chain2.2★ chain average
Certification
Medicare and Medicaid
Location type
Urban
Ownership change
None in the last 12 months

People and entities on file

Direct owners (5%+)
  • Chickiestrong Rocky River LLC
  • Joshua Farkovits
  • David Gamzeh
  • Akiva Glatzer
  • Ephram Lahasky
Indirect owners (5%+)
  • Braunstein Bears 2016 Trust
  • Chickiestrong Real Estate LLC
  • Garden Ohio Operating Holdings LLC
  • Garden Ohio Operating Managing Member LLC
  • Samuel Feuer
  • Eli Leshkowitz
Operational or managerial control
  • Garden Healthcare Group LLC
Corporate officers
  • Ephram Lahasky
  • Eli Leshkowitz
Managing employees
  • Akiva Shawel

Person Organization

Sources & notes

Public data, updated quarterly

Data sources

  • CMS Care Compare · Provider InformationStar ratings, staffing hours, turnover, penalties and flags · processed February 2026.
  • CMS Health CitationsEvery deficiency from the last three inspection cycles, with scope, severity and inspection cycle.
  • CMS Penalties and Ownership filesCivil money penalties, payment denials, and the owners and managers on file.

Notes

  • CMS Certification Number 365392 · 4102 ROCKY RIVER DR, CLEVELAND, OH, 44135.
  • Percentiles compare this facility with every rated nursing home in Ohio and Cuyahoga County. Turnover and fines are inverted so a high percentile is always good.
  • This is an informational summary of public data, not medical, legal, or placement advice. Facilities cannot pay to change it; a facility that believes a record is wrong can dispute it with CMS.

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