CMS data shows Community Memorial Health Center earning a D grade with a score of 46/100, placing it below most facilities in Iowa. Prospective residents and families should carefully review the specific areas of concern detailed below.
Staffing at Community Memorial Health Center is near the national average, with 4.16 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 19 deficiencies at Community Memorial Health Center, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 4.16 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 1.04 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.46 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.66 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.56 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.75 | 0.7 | Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0561 Severity DHonor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.Jan 21, 2026 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0644 Severity DCoordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.Jan 21, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0690 Severity DProvide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to preventJan 21, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0842 Severity DSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standarJan 21, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0880 Severity DProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Jan 21, 2026 · Infection Control 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 | 6.0% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 7.6% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 28.9% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 4.8% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 31.6% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 1.9% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 17.3% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
2 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $44,528
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 46 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -10 pts
- Fine deductions: -4 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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