CMS data shows Mason City Area Nursing Home earning a D grade with a score of 40/100, placing it below most facilities in Illinois. Prospective residents and families should carefully review the specific areas of concern detailed below.
Staffing levels are a potential concern at Mason City Area Nursing Home, with 3.32 total nursing hours per resident per day — below the national average of 3.8 hours. Lower staffing can impact care quality and staff responsiveness.
Recent CMS inspections identified 17 deficiencies at Mason City Area Nursing Home, including 2 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.32 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.52 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.70 | 0.7 | Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.11 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.04 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.25 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0600 Severity DProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Jan 25, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity LEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Mar 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0604 Severity JEnsure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.Feb 24, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0727 Severity FHave 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.Feb 24, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
- Tag 0609 Severity DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Feb 24, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
📊 Resident Outcome Measures
Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.
| Measure | This Facility | Nat'l Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents with pressure ulcers | 9.1% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 2.5% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 18.1% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 2.0% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 30.1% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 10.2% | 7.5% | Worse |
| New/worsened incontinence | 32.3% | 45.0% | Better |
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 40 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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