Nursing home / skilled nursing
Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo
Nursing home / skilled nursing in Bucyrus, Ohio
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 1929 WHETSTONE STREET |
| City | Bucyrus |
| State | Ohio |
| ZIP code | 44820 |
| County | Crawford |
| Phone | 419-562-7644 |
| CMS certification number (CCN) | 365625 |
| Ownership | For profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 80 |
| Certification | Medicare and Medicaid |
| First approved for Medicare/Medicaid | July 13, 1984 |
| Located in a hospital | N |
| Continuing care retirement community | N |
| Care types | skilled nursing, rehab services |
| Services offered | skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services |
Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo is in 1929 WHETSTONE STREET, Bucyrus, OH 44820. Phone: 419-562-7644. Ownership: For profit - Corporation. CMS rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall (health inspection 3, staffing 3, quality measures 5).
Altercare Bucyrus, on Whetstone Street in Bucyrus, says on its own facility profile that it cares for people who need long-term care or short-term rehabilitation, in a home-like setting that has served Crawford County for years. Its listed services include stroke and surgical post-acute care, wound care, IV therapy, hospice care, and physical, occupational and speech therapy, along with specialized rehabilitation for orthopedic, cardiovascular, pulmonary and stroke recovery. Its Speret Hall unit provides specialized care for people with memory loss. Families can reach the center at 419-562-7644 or bucyrus@altercare.com. CMS inspection and staffing detail: total weighted health survey score 68.000; 1 federal fines totaling $26685.00; total nursing staff turnover 39.0%.
More about this provider
| Altercare's own facility profile for its Bucyrus center says it provides compassionate care for individuals needing long-term care or short-term rehabilitation in a home-like, supportive and safe environment on Whetstone Street in Bucyrus, serving Crawford County. It lists a wide range of Medicare-certified post-acute medical services and rehabilitation capabilities, plus Memory Care on Speret Hall for people with memory loss. | |
| Services and programs | Long-Term Care, Short-Term Rehabilitation, Stroke and Surgical Post-Acute Care, Wound Care Management, Amputation Care, Dysphagia Management, Diabetes Management, IV Therapy, Pain Management, Ostomy and Catheter Care, Enteral Nutrition, Restorative Nursing Programs, Hospice Care, Oxygen Therapy (CPAP, BiPAP), EKGs/X-rays, Laboratory Services, Podiatry, Dental, Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy, Orthopedic Rehabilitation, CVA/Stroke Rehabilitation, Cardiovascular Rehabilitation, Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Neuromuscular Rehabilitation, Amputee Rehabilitation, VitalStim Swallowing Therapy, Low Vision Therapy, Person Centered Behavior and Dementia Care, Falls Prevention, Memory Care on Speret Hall (specialized care units for those with memory loss) |
| Who it serves | Individuals needing long-term care or short-term rehabilitation, including people with memory loss cared for on Speret Hall; the community has served Crawford County for years |
| Payment types it states | Medicare (the facility profile states that a complete range of Medicare-certified skilled medical services is available) |
| Accreditation | The profile states its physical therapists and physical therapy assistants have received the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Stroke Scale Certification |
| Visiting and contact details | 1929 Whetstone St., Bucyrus, OH 44820; Phone: 419.562.7644; Admissions Fax: 419.562.9007; Office Fax: 419.563.2829; Email: bucyrus@altercare.com |
| Website | https://altercare.com/bucyrus |
Quality measures
Source: CMS · CMS processing date: 2026-10-01
| Star ratings and staffing hours | |
|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4 of 5 |
| Health inspection rating | 3 of 5 |
| Staffing rating | 3 of 5 |
| Quality measure rating | 5 of 5 |
| Long-stay quality rating | 5 of 5 |
| Short-stay quality rating | 5 of 5 |
| RN staffing hours per resident per day | 0.61 |
| Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 3.42 |
Inspection results
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Health Score | 72 |
| Total Weighted Health Survey Score | 68.000 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Health Score | 56 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Health Deficiency Score | 72 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Health Deficiency Score | 56 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Standard Survey Health Date | 2025-07-31 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 10 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 7 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Standard Health Deficiencies | 4 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 6 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 3 |
Staffing
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Nursing Case-Mix Index | 1.42943 |
| Registered Nurse turnover | 33.3 |
| Nursing Case-Mix Index Ratio | 1.01360 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 39.0 |
| Reported LPN Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 0.72580 |
| Reported Licensed Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 1.33572 |
| Number of administrators who have left the nursing home | 0 |
| Reported Nurse Aide Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 2.08028 |
| Registered Nurse hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.36574 |
| Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 2.94878 |
Penalties
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Number of Fines | 1 |
| Number of Payment Denials | 0 |
| Total Number of Penalties | 1 |
| Total Amount of Fines in Dollars | 26685.00 |
Ownership
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Chain ID | 26 |
| Chain Name | ALTERCARE |
| Legal Business Name | ALTERCARE OF BUCYRUS CENTER FOR REHABILITATION & NURSING CARE INC |
| Chain Average QM Rating | 4.8 |
| Chain Average Staffing Rating | 2.2 |
| Number of Facilities in Chain | 22 |
| Chain Average Overall 5-star Rating | 3.2 |
| Chain Average Health Inspection Rating | 2.6 |
| Provider Changed Ownership in Last 12 Months | N |
Occupancy and payer mix
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Abuse Icon | N |
| High Performing Icon | N |
| With a Resident and Family Council | Resident |
| Average Number of Residents per Day | 66.8 |
| Automatic Sprinkler Systems in All Required Areas | Yes |
| Most Recent Health Inspection More Than 2 Years Ago | N |
Who pays for nursing home / skilled nursing?
What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:
Nursing home / skilled nursing guide · Paying for care
Other nursing home / skilled nursing in Crawford County
- Unger Park Post Acute — Bucyrus
- Crestline Rehabilitation And Nursing Center — Crestline
- Galion Meadows Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation — Galion
Common questions about Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo
Where is Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo located?
Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo is at 1929 WHETSTONE STREET, Bucyrus, Ohio 44820.
What care and services does Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo offer?
Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo offers skilled nursing, rehab services, skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services.
Is Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo Medicare-certified?
Yes. Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
What is Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo's quality rating?
CMS gives Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo an overall star rating of 4 out of 5.
How do I contact Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo?
Call Altercare Of Bucyrus Center Fo at 419-562-7644.
How much does a nursing home cost?
The national median cost of a nursing home is $9,581 a month for a semi-private room and $10,798 a month for a private room (CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025). Costs in Ohio can be higher or lower. See our guide to nursing home costs and who pays for the full picture.
Does Medicare pay for a nursing home?
Medicare Part A pays for skilled nursing care in a certified nursing home for up to 100 days in each benefit period. You need a hospital stay of at least 3 days first. You pay $0 a day for days 1 to 20, then $217 a day for days 21 to 100 (2026). After day 100, Medicare pays $0. Medicare does not pay for long-term care that only helps with daily tasks. Medicare Advantage plans cover skilled nursing too, with their own costs and rules. A Medigap plan can pay the daily cost share toward the Original Medicare benefit.
What is the difference between a nursing home and assisted living?
A nursing home gives skilled nursing care and rehab around the clock. Assisted living gives a room, meals, and help with daily tasks like bathing and dressing. It does not give round-the-clock nursing care. People who need daily medical care often need a nursing home. People who need help but not daily medical care often pick assisted living.
Who else pays for a nursing home besides Medicare?
Medicaid pays for nursing home care for people who meet its income and asset rules. It is the main payer for long stays. The VA pays for some veterans in VA or contract nursing homes. Long-term care insurance can pay for part of the cost. Most other costs are paid out of pocket.