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Mount Ayr Health Care Center

1504 East South Street, Mount Ayr, IA 50854
Score: 63 / 100

With a score of 63 out of 100, Mount Ayr Health Care Center earns a C grade — placing it near the middle of Iowa nursing facilities. Families should review the detailed metrics below when considering this Mount Ayr location.

Staffing levels are a potential concern at Mount Ayr Health Care Center, with 3.23 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 inspections identified 6 deficiencies at Mount Ayr Health Care Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 24 / 40 pts
3 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 3 / 15 pts
1 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.23 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.02 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.17 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.04 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.80 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.77 0.7 Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

6
Total Deficiencies
Apr 8, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 6 Moderate
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.
    Apr 8, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0883 Severity E
    Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
    Apr 8, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0656 Severity D
    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    Apr 8, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0684 Severity D
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Apr 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity E
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Jun 26, 2024 · 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 5.4% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 4.7% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 27.0% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 10.2% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 20.5% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 6.3% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 24.1% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of C is based on a score of 63 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 1★ → 3 pts (max 15)

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
46
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Apr 8, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
4

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