Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Hickory Creek of Athens
51 East 4th Street · The Plains, OH 45780 · 90 certified beds
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About Hickory Creek of Athens
In The Plains, Ohio, Hickory Creek of Athens is listed as a nursing home. Its reported capacity is 90 beds. It is recorded as a for-profit operator, part of Foundations Health Solutions. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 24 citations, the newest dated 11 August 2025. No fine or payment denial is on record against it. Staffing reports put it at 3.69 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.
Public record
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Certification
- Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)
Ratings
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
12
Staffing rating
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Cited deficiencies
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Cited deficiencies
Not published
Staffing rating
2.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
12
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
12
Inspection history (24)
Records from October 2022 to August 2025.
August 11, 2025 · D
Citation F0757Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-11 under CMS tag F0757 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-08-11.GOVAugust 11, 2025 · D
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-11 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-08-11.GOVAugust 11, 2025 · G
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-11 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-08-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-08-11.GOVAugust 5, 2024 · D
Citation F0740Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-05 under CMS tag F0740 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-05.GOVJune 6, 2024 · D
Citation F0644Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-06 under CMS tag F0644 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-06.GOVJune 6, 2024 · D
Citation F0641Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-06 under CMS tag F0641 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-06.GOVJune 6, 2024 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-06 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-06.GOVJune 6, 2024 · D
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-06 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-06.GOVJune 6, 2024 · D
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-06 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-06.GOVJune 6, 2024 · D
Citation F0685Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-06 under CMS tag F0685 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-06.GOVJune 6, 2024 · D
Citation F0756Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-06 under CMS tag F0756 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-06.GOVJune 6, 2024 · D
Citation F0881Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-06 under CMS tag F0881 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-06.GOVOctober 4, 2022 · D
Citation F0583Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-04 under CMS tag F0583 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-10-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-10-04.GOVOctober 4, 2022 · E
Citation F0692Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-04 under CMS tag F0692 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-10-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-10-04.GOVOctober 4, 2022 · D
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-04 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-10-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-10-04.GOVOctober 4, 2022 · E
Citation F0758Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-04 under CMS tag F0758 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Implement 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 l…. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-10-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-10-04.GOVOctober 4, 2022 · D
Citation F0644Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-04 under CMS tag F0644 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-10-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-10-04.GOVOctober 4, 2022 · D
Citation F0686Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-04 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-10-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-10-04.GOVOctober 4, 2022 · D
Citation F0700Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-04 under CMS tag F0700 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-10-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-10-04.GOVOctober 4, 2022 · D
Citation F0677Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-04 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-10-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2022-10-04.GOV
Penalties
Total fines on file: $0
Staffing
Latest: 3.69 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
- 2025Q43.60 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-06-013.60 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-07-013.69 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-08-013.69 hrs/resident/day
- 2026Q13.69 hrs/resident/day
Most recent period is higher than 2025Q4 (+0.09 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Ownership
For profit
CMS Care Compare chain: Foundations Health Solutions
Chain ID 225 · 64 facilities in chain (CMS)
- Chain average overall rating: 4.1
- Chain average health inspection rating: 3.9
- Chain average staffing rating: 2.3
- Chain average quality measure rating: 4.3
Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.
Parent organization: Foundations Health LLC
parent · PAC 8426392762
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".
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Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
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Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
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Typical cost
Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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Trust & methodology
Where this information came from
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- CMS nursing homes (ownership)as of July 2026
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- CMS enrollmentas of July 2026
- NPI
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- Staffing hours per resident day
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