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Dunlap Specialty Care

1403 Harrison Road, Dunlap, IA 51529
Score: 37 / 100

With a score of 37/100, Dunlap Specialty Care 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 Dunlap Specialty Care is near the national average, with 3.55 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent CMS inspections identified 41 deficiencies at Dunlap Specialty Care, including 4 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards..

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 16 / 40 pts
2 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.55 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.81 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.18 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.56 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.19 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.46 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

41
Total Deficiencies
May 21, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 3 Minor 🟠 34 Moderate 🔴 4 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0812 Severity E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    May 21, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • 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
    May 21, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0658 Severity D
    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    May 21, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity D
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    May 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0755 Severity D
    Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
    May 21, 2025 · Pharmacy Service 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 2.0% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 0.0% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 33.3% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 0.8% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 16.3% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 0.0% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 16.2% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

2 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $39,361

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 37 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -10 pts
  • Fine deductions: -3 pts

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

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
46
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
May 21, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
7

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