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Briarwood Village

100 Don Desch Drive, Coldwater, OH 458284196782311112 certified beds · 95 residentsFor profit - CorporationMedicare and Medicaid
Surveys on file
7
since 2020
Deficiencies
28
0271
Penalties · 3 yrs
$17,345
1 fine
Last survey
2025-09-15
Complaint
CMS overall
1 / 5
stars as published by CMS
CMS overall 1/5
Health 1
Staffing 2
Quality 4
Star ratings as published by CMS · CMS’s caveats

Survey history

Source: CMS · Ohio Department of Health · data as of 2026-08-01
DateKindDeficienciesOfficial recordArchived PDF
2025-09-15Complaint030CMS-2567 (Care Compare)
2025-08-14Complaint001CMS-2567 (Care Compare)
2025-04-07Complaint020CMS-2567 (Care Compare)
2024-10-02Complaint010CMS-2567 (Care Compare)
2024-08-08Standard060CMS-2567 (Care Compare)
2022-10-25Standard0100CMS-2567 (Care Compare)
2020-01-16Standard050CMS-2567 (Care Compare)

Counts by class: paperwork · standard · harm.

Deficiencies

CMS · Ohio Department of Health publishes each citation’s tag, official description and scope/severity letter. The surveyor’s written findings are in the Statement of Deficiencies (CMS-2567) for each survey, linked above.

2025-09-15Complaint survey · 3 deficienciesOfficial report
F565Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.Scope/severity DStandard
Dignity & rights
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2025-09-26Record 365341-20250915-F565
F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Scope/severity DStandard
Care planning
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2025-09-26Record 365341-20250915-F677
F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Scope/severity DStandard
Infection control
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2025-09-26Record 365341-20250915-F880
2025-08-14Complaint survey · 1 deficiencyOfficial report
F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Scope/severity JHarm
Care planningFalls
Isolated; immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.Corrected 2025-08-15Record 365341-20250814-F689
2025-04-07Complaint survey · 2 deficienciesOfficial report
F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Scope/severity DStandard
Abuse & neglect
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2025-04-18Record 365341-20250407-F609
F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Scope/severity FStandard
Infection control
Widespread; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2025-04-18Record 365341-20250407-F880
2024-10-02Complaint survey · 1 deficiencyOfficial report
F727Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.Scope/severity FStandard
Staffing
Widespread; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2024-10-15Record 365341-20241002-F727
2024-08-08Standard survey · 6 deficienciesOfficial report
F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Scope/severity DStandard
Care planningRecords
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2024-09-28Record 365341-20240808-F656
F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Scope/severity DStandard
Care planning
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2024-10-15Record 365341-20240808-F684
F730Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.Scope/severity FStandard
Staffing
Widespread; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2024-09-28Record 365341-20240808-F730
F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Scope/severity DStandard
Medication
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2024-09-28Record 365341-20240808-F760
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.Scope/severity DStandard
Medication
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2024-09-28Record 365341-20240808-F761
F947Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.Scope/severity FStandard
Staffing
Widespread; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2024-09-28Record 365341-20240808-F947
2022-10-25Standard survey · 10 deficienciesOfficial report
F584Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.Scope/severity DStandard
Dignity & rights
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2022-11-15Record 365341-20221025-F584
F636Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.Scope/severity DStandard
Care planningRecords
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2022-11-15Record 365341-20221025-F636
F644Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.Scope/severity DStandard
Care planningRecords
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2022-11-15Record 365341-20221025-F644
F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Scope/severity DStandard
Care planningRecords
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2022-11-15Record 365341-20221025-F656
F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Scope/severity DStandard
Care planning
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2022-11-15Record 365341-20221025-F684
F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Scope/severity DStandard
Care planning
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2022-11-15Record 365341-20221025-F686
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.Scope/severity DStandard
Medication
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2022-11-15Record 365341-20221025-F758
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.Scope/severity EStandard
Medication
Pattern; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2022-11-15Record 365341-20221025-F761
F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Scope/severity FStandard
Food & nutrition
Widespread; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2022-11-15Record 365341-20221025-F812
F947Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.Scope/severity EStandard
Staffing
Pattern; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2022-11-15Record 365341-20221025-F947
2020-01-16Standard survey · 5 deficienciesOfficial report
F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Scope/severity EStandard
Care planningFalls
Pattern; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2020-02-14Record 365341-20200116-F689
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.Scope/severity EStandard
Medication
Pattern; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2020-02-14Record 365341-20200116-F761
F791Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.Scope/severity DStandard
Care planning
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2020-02-14Record 365341-20200116-F791
F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Scope/severity EStandard
Food & nutrition
Pattern; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2020-02-14Record 365341-20200116-F804
F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Scope/severity EStandard
Food & nutrition
Pattern; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2020-02-14Record 365341-20200116-F812

Penalties & enforcement

DateActionAmountSource
2025-08-14Civil money penalty$17,345CMS · Penalties

Staffing

CMS Payroll-Based Journal · PBJ, as published Aug 2026 · explainer
RN hours per resident day0.68
Facility
Ohio
National
Ohio 0.64 · National 0.69
Total nurse hours per resident day3.37
Facility
Ohio
National
Ohio 3.69 · National 3.86
Weekend total nurse hours2.99
Facility
Ohio
National
Ohio 3.28 · National 3.42
Total nursing staff turnover65%
Facility
Ohio
National
Ohio 49% · National 46%
Registered nurse turnover63%
Facility
Ohio
National
Ohio 44% · National 43%

Quality measures

CMS MDS quality measures · 2025Q2-2026Q1 · definitions
MeasureFacilityOhioNational
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers
lower is better
4.7%3.4%4.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
lower is better
8.1%3.2%3.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
lower is better
9.7%8.8%15.4%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
lower is better
0.6%0.4%1.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained
lower is better
0.0%0.1%0.1%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
lower is better
6.3%5.3%13.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
lower is better
3.7%6.2%5.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication
lower is better
20.0%25.5%19.5%

Figures verbatim from CMS, with the state and national figures from the same release. The direction that counts as better is CMS’s own and is stated on every row.

Ownership

As reported to CMS (Provider Enrollment)
EntityRoleInterestSinceRegistry
Chad M. Unverferth 12-14-11 Irrv Grantor Tr
Organization
5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST6%
David V. Unverferth 12-14-11 Irrv Grantor Tr
Organization
5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST6%
Jeffrey L. Unverferth 12-14-11 Irrv Grantor Tr
Organization
5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST6%
Joann C. Unverferth 12-29-04 Revocable Trust
Organization
5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST5%
Joann C. Unverferth 12-31-12 Irrevocable Grantor Trust Fbo Kendra M. U
Organization
5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST7%
Joann C. Unverferth 12-31-12 Irrevocable Grantor Trust Fbo Kerri A. Ro
Organization
5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST7%
Joann C. Unverferth 12-31-12 Irrevocable Grantor Trust Fbo Kevan R. Un
Organization
5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST7%
Joann C. Unverferth 12-31-12 Irrevocable Grantor Trust Fbo Kristen S.
Organization
5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST7%
Joann C. Unverferth 12-31-12 Irrevocable Grantor Trust Fbo Kyle J. Unv
Organization
5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST7%
Joseph L. Unverferth 12-15-11 Irrv Grantor Tr
Organization
5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST6%
Lawrence G. Unverferth 12-13-11 Irrv Grantor Tr
Organization
5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST6%
R. Steven Unverferth 12-14-11 Irrv Grantor Tr
Organization
5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST6%
Chappel, Margo
Individual
OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLNOT APPLICABLE
Hcf Management, Inc.
Organization
OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLNOT APPLICABLE
Hunter, Rachel
Individual
OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLNOT APPLICABLE
Romes, Kerri
Individual
OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLNOT APPLICABLE
Shaw, Anthony
Individual
OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLNOT APPLICABLE
Unverferth, Chad
Individual
OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLNOT APPLICABLE
Chappel, Margo
Individual
ADP OF THE SNFNOT APPLICABLE
Chappel, Margo
Individual
CORPORATE DIRECTORNOT APPLICABLE
Hcf Management, Inc.
Organization
ADP OF THE SNFNOT APPLICABLE
Hunter, Rachel
Individual
ADP OF THE SNFNOT APPLICABLE
Klay, Celeste
Individual
CORPORATE DIRECTORNOT APPLICABLE
Klay, Celeste
Individual
CORPORATE OFFICERNOT APPLICABLE
Romes, Kerri
Individual
CORPORATE OFFICERNOT APPLICABLE
Romes, Kerri
Individual
ADP OF THE SNFNOT APPLICABLE
Romes, Kerri
Individual
CORPORATE DIRECTORNOT APPLICABLE
Shaw, Anthony
Individual
ADP OF THE SNFNOT APPLICABLE
Shaw, Anthony
Individual
CORPORATE OFFICERNOT APPLICABLE
Unverferth, Chad
Individual
CORPORATE OFFICERNOT APPLICABLE
Unverferth, Chad
Individual
ADP OF THE SNFNOT APPLICABLE
Part of a chain
Hcf Management22 facilities
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Ownership as reported to CMS/state. CMS ownership data has known gaps; merges between entities are published only after human review.

Cost context

County figures from public surveys. Not this facility’s price. Nursing-home rates are not published by CMS or Ohio.

No county cost figures on file for Mercer.

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Sources & provenance

SectionAgency · datasetRetrieved
Facility, ratingsCMS Provider Data · Nursing Home Provider Information2026-08-01
SurveysCMS · Survey Summary2026-08-01
DeficienciesCMS · Health Deficiencies (CMS-2567 findings via Care Compare)2026-08-01
PenaltiesCMS · Penalties2026-08-01
StaffingCMS · Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ, as published Aug 2026)2026-08-01
Quality measuresCMS · MDS Quality Measures2026-08-01
OwnershipCMS · Ownership2026-08-01