1st Choice Home Health LLC
Nursing Home & Home Care · Ohio, OH
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1st Choice Home Health LLC

Nursing Home & Home Care · Ohio, OH
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
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1st Choice Home Health LLC accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of 1st Choice Home Health LLC

1st Choice Home Health LLC is a distinguished home care provider in Belpre, OH, that focuses on home health care. With its commitment to older adults’ well-being, exceptional care is provided to meet their healthcare needs. Medical social services are also provided to help older adults find resources and cope easily.

Genuine companionship is also provided, ensuring that older adults will not feel lonely and remain active. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy are also provided to help older adults recover and enrich their living experiences. This home care provider is a great choice for those needing attention and care in their later years, ensuring they live comfortably in retirement without leaving their place of residence.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▲ 57.1% Above OH avg. ▲ 57.1% Above OH avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▲ 78.5% Above OH avg. ▲ 78.5% Above OH avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▼ 18.1% Below OH avg. ▼ 18.1% Below OH avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▲ 14.7% Above OH avg. ▲ 14.7% Above OH avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Ohio state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 171st out of 203 homes in Ohio. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
2h 59m per day
Rank #171 / 203Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 171st out of 203 homes in Ohio. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Ohio average, with a ranking across 203 Ohio SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Ohio avg (3h 32m per day)
vs Ohio avg
-16%
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 3h 10m per day

Types of Care at 1st Choice Home Health LLC

Home Care

Capacity and availability

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand.

Higher occupancy than the Ohio average: 78.7%
Occupancy rate 92.4% Rank #30 / 204Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 30th out of 204 homes in Ohio. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Ohio average, with its Statewide rank out of 204. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay 72 days
Occupancy rate
92.4% Rank #30 / 204Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 30th out of 204 homes in Ohio. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Ohio average, with its Statewide rank out of 204. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
72 days
Walk Score
Walk Score: 43 / 100 Rank #337 / 706Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 337th out of 706 homes in Ohio. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Ohio SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsHome Health Aide, Medical Social Worker, Volunteer Services, Grief Support
Volunteer ProgramsYes

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Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 91
Employees 74
Contractors 17
Staff to resident ratio 1.57:1
23% worse than Ohio average
Ohio average ratio: 2.04:1 Ohio average ratio: 2.04:1See full Ohio ranking
Avg staff/day 30
Average shift 9.5 hours
17% better than Ohio average
Ohio average: 8.1 hours Ohio average shift: 8.1 hoursSee full Ohio ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 26,153

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff 6
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 11.9 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff 11
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 11.4 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff 39
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10.8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

10.2%

2,670 contractor hours this quarter

Physical Therapy Aide: 5 Speech Language Pathologist: 5 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist: 1 Medical Director: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant3903912,24192100%10.8
Licensed Practical Nurse110113,82292100%11.4
Registered Nurse6062,73792100%11.9
Other Dietary Services Staff4041,00392100%7.4
RN Director of Nursing3039896470%8
Physical Therapy Aide0558666672%6.9
Speech Language Pathologist0557716975%6
Clinical Nurse Specialist3037416166%7.9
Nurse Practitioner3035316470%8.1
Administrator2025046368%8
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist0114926368%7.8
Dental Services Staff1014685964%7.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician0112496065%4.1
Physical Therapy Assistant0222465863%4.2
Dietitian1012403538%6.9
Occupational Therapy Aide1012082628%8
Medical Director011241516%1.6
Occupational Therapy Assistant0222344%5.6
39 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
11 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
6 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 100%
3 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 70%
5 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 72%
5 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 75%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 66%
3 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 70%
2 Administrator
% of Days 68%
1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days 68%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 64%
1 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 65%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 63%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 38%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 28%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 16%
2 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 4%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 5.2
11% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 5.8

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 14.4
14% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 12.7

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 9.7%
41% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 6.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 6.3%
29% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 8.9%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 27.2%
24% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 22.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.9%
45% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 3.4%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 2.7%
30% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 3.9%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.6%
17% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 0.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.3%
14% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 6.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 16.7%
31% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 24.0%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 12.5%
48% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 8.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
8% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 92.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
6% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 94.5%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
28% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 78.0%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.6%
54% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 1.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 93.6%
24% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 75.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

60% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 months

Private pay

39% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 5 years

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 58
Medicare
12
20.7% of residents
Medicaid
34
58.6% of residents
Private pay or other
12
20.7% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$10.8M
Profit
$929.1K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$10.8M Rank #108 / 203Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 108th out of 203 homes in Ohio. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Ohio SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Profit
$929.1K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #133 / 203Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 133rd out of 203 homes in Ohio. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Ohio average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$4.6M
42.7% of revenue Rank #172 / 203Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 172nd out of 203 homes in Ohio. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Ohio average. Well-run Ohio SNFs typically land around 54–64% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.3M
Total costs $9.9M

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

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Address 1.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Belpre's city center to 1st Choice Home Health LLC's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Ohio

1st Choice Home Health LLC is located in Belpre, Ohio.
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PASSPORT Waiver

Ohio Medicaid PASSPORT

Age 60+
General Ohio resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
OH

Administered through regional agencies; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Ohio Home Care Program (non-Medicaid)

OH HCP

Age 60+
General Ohio resident, at risk of decline.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
OH

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

Ohio Assisted Living Waiver

Age 21+ (65+ prioritized)
General OH resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (individual); QIT required.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
OH

Covers ~300 facilities; room/board not included (separate cost).

Benefits
Personal care Meals Medication management Transportation (~$3,000-$4,000/month value)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Ohio PACE (e.g., McGregor PACE)

Age 55+
General OH resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
OH

Available in 9 counties (e.g., Cuyahoga, Franklin); expanding via Healthy Aging Grants.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Ohio Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General OH resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
OH

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Ohio HEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General OH resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
OH

Covers gas, electric, oil; emergency aid via Winter/Summer Crisis Programs.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid ($500 max)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Ohio Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; OH resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
OH

12 AAAs; rural/low-income priority; volunteer respite option.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Ohio VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General OH resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
OH

High veteran demand; supports care in multiple settings.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Homestead Exemption

Ohio Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled)
General OH resident, homeowner, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$38,500/year individual, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.
OH

Reduces taxable value by $25,000; applies to primary residence.

Benefits
Tax reduction (~$400-$800/year avg., varies by county)

Save the Dream Ohio (Homeowner Assistance Fund)

Ohio Save the Dream

Age 60+ prioritized
General OH resident, homeowner, hardship post-Jan 21, 2020.
Income Limits (2025) ~$147,600/year family of 4, 150% AMI; varies by county
Asset Limits Not assessed; hardship-focused.
OH

Covers delinquent mortgages, utilities, taxes; max $25,000 mortgage aid.

Benefits
Mortgage aid ($25,000 max) Utility/property tax aid ($5,000 avg.)

Frequently Asked Questions about 1st Choice Home Health LLC

What neighborhood is 1st Choice Home Health LLC in?

1st Choice Home Health LLC is in the Rockland neighborhood.

Is 1st Choice Home Health LLC in a walkable area?

1st Choice Home Health LLC has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are there photos of 1st Choice Home Health LLC?

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What is the address of 1st Choice Home Health LLC?

1st Choice Home Health LLC is located at 2126 Washington Blvd., Belpre, OH 45714.

What is the phone number of 1st Choice Home Health LLC?

(740) 423-9789 will put you in contact with the team at 1st Choice Home Health LLC.

Is 1st Choice Home Health LLC Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Yes — 1st Choice Home Health LLC is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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