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Good Shepherd Health Center

302 Second Street NE, Mason City, IA 50401
Score: 31 / 100

With a score of 31/100, Good Shepherd Health Center ranks in the bottom tier of Iowa nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.

Staffing at Good Shepherd Health Center is near the national average, with 3.69 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent CMS inspections identified 26 deficiencies at Good Shepherd Health Center, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for d.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 16 / 40 pts
2 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 10 / 25 pts
2 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 6 / 15 pts
2 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.69 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.36 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.64 0.7 Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.69 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.47 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.25 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

26
Total Deficiencies
Dec 10, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 25 Moderate 🔴 1 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0584 Severity E
    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for d
    Dec 10, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0868 Severity E
    Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
    Dec 10, 2025 · Administration Deficiencies
  • Tag 0552 Severity D
    Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
    Dec 10, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0557 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
    Dec 10, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0644 Severity D
    Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
    Dec 10, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning 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 4.2% 4.5% Average
Falls with major injury 6.1% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 25.2% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 1.2% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 22.7% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 4.6% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 28.5% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

1 penalty recorded by CMS

Total fines: $87,458

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 31 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: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -5 pts
  • Fine deductions: -8 pts

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
180
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Dec 10, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
8

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