CMS data shows Emmetsburg Care Center earning a D grade with a score of 43/100, placing it below most facilities in Iowa. Prospective residents and families should carefully review the specific areas of concern detailed below.
Staffing levels are a potential concern at Emmetsburg Care Center, with 3.32 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 CMS inspections identified 14 deficiencies at Emmetsburg Care Center, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.32 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.51 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.33 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.48 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.08 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.49 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0658 Severity DEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Jan 7, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0677 Severity DProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Jan 7, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0805 Severity JEnsure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.Jul 27, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity GEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Jul 27, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0803 Severity EEnsure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the neeJul 27, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary 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 | 0.9% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 2.0% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 17.1% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 1.4% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 8.5% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 4.7% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 25.8% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $25,695
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 43 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: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -2 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
Facility Details
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