SALEM NORTH HEALTHCARE CENTER

Salem North Healthcare Center is a skilled nursing facility located at 250 Continental Drive in Salem, Ohio (ZIP code 44460), in Columbiana County. The facility operates 86 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit corporation. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities on a scale of 1 to 5, with higher ratings reflecting better performance relative to other facilities nationwide. Salem North Healthcare Center holds an overall CMS star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. This overall rating is derived from three component ratings. The health inspection rating stands at 3 out of 5 stars, reflecting performance at the national average level based on findings from standard and complaint inspections conducted by state surveyors. The staffing rating is 2 out of 5 stars, indicating staffing levels that fall below the national average when accounting for the acuity of residents in the facility. The quality measure rating is 5 out of 5 stars, the highest possible score, reflecting performance on clinical quality indicators that measure outcomes such as resident mobility, medication management, and hospitalizations. Salem North Healthcare Center accepts Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, making it accessible to a broad range of residents who qualify for these federal and state programs. Individuals and families seeking placement at this facility are advised to contact the facility directly at (330) 337-9503 to inquire about current availability, private pay rates, and any additional insurance arrangements that may be applicable. When compared to national benchmarks, Salem North Healthcare Center presents a mixed profile across its component ratings. Its overall 4-star rating places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. The quality measure rating of 5 stars is a notable indicator of strong clinical outcomes relative to other facilities in the CMS database. However, the staffing rating of 2 stars suggests that nursing and aide staffing hours per resident per day are below what is typical nationally, a factor that families may wish to consider when evaluating care options. The health inspection rating of 3 stars indicates performance consistent with the national midpoint. Taken together, these ratings provide a data-based reference point for comparing this facility to others in Ohio and across the United States.