With a score of 13/100, Lantern Park 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 Lantern Park Specialty Care is near the national average, with 3.60 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 47 deficiencies at Lantern Park Specialty Care, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.60 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.69 | 0.7 | Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.43 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.48 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.35 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.55 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0552 Severity DEnsure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.Jul 30, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0637 Severity DAssess the resident when there is a significant change in conditionJul 30, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0638 Severity DAssure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.Jul 30, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0695 Severity DProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Jul 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0699 Severity DProvide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.Jul 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care 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 | 4.4% | 4.5% | Average |
| Falls with major injury | 4.2% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 20.4% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 2.8% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 24.6% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 6.0% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 33.1% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
2 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $105,030
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 13 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 1★ → 3 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -10 pts
- Fine deductions: -10 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
Facility Details
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