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Accura Healthcare of Cherokee, LLC

921 Riverview Drive, Cherokee, IA 51012
Score: 56 / 100

With a score of 56 out of 100, Accura Healthcare Of Cherokee, Llc earns a C grade — placing it near the middle of Iowa nursing facilities. Families should review the detailed metrics below when considering this Cherokee location.

Staffing levels at Accura Healthcare Of Cherokee, Llc exceed national averages, with 4.48 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 0.68 hours per resident per day is near the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent CMS inspections identified 11 deficiencies at Accura Healthcare Of Cherokee, Llc, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature..

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 24 / 40 pts
3 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 15 / 25 pts
3 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 6 / 15 pts
2 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.48 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.68 0.7 Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.16 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.64 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.19 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.50 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

11
Total Deficiencies
Jan 7, 2026
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 10 Moderate 🔴 1 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0804 Severity E
    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    Jan 7, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0550 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    Jan 7, 2026 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity D
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Jan 7, 2026 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0550 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    Oct 29, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0689 Severity J
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Dec 16, 2024 · 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 2.3% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 4.2% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 42.3% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 1.7% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 26.5% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 4.5% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 33.3% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

1 penalty recorded by CMS

Total fines: $8,021

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of C is based on a score of 56 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -5 pts
  • Fine deductions: -0 pts

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
44
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
No
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jan 7, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
4

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