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Valley Vue Care Center

108 Second Ave, Armstrong, IA 50514
Score: 92 / 100

Among nursing homes in Iowa, Valley Vue Care Center stands out with an A grade and a score of 92 out of 100. It ranks in the 90th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Staffing at Valley Vue Care Center is near the national average, with 4.12 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent CMS inspections identified 10 deficiencies at Valley Vue Care Center, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.12 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.89 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.55 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.68 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.65 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.59 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

10
Total Deficiencies
Feb 12, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 9 Moderate 🔴 1 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0690 Severity D
    Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent
    Feb 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0758 Severity D
    Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psy
    Feb 12, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0811 Severity D
    Ensure that residents are assessed for appropriateness for a feeding assistant program, receive services as per their plan of care, and feeding assist
    Feb 12, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0883 Severity D
    Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
    Feb 12, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0684 Severity D
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Feb 12, 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 4.5% 4.5% Average
Falls with major injury 3.5% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 32.9% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 3.6% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 14.0% 14.0% Average
Excessive weight loss 5.7% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 34.2% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 92 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 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
40
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
No
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Feb 12, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
6