CMS data shows Careage Hills Rehabilitation And Healthcare earning a D grade with a score of 54/100, 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 Careage Hills Rehabilitation And Healthcare, with 3.21 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 20 deficiencies at Careage Hills Rehabilitation And Healthcare. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.21 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.68 | 0.7 | Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.87 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 1.66 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 2.66 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.48 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0689 Severity GEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Dec 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0919 Severity DMake sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.Dec 8, 2025 · Environmental Deficiencies
- Tag 0684 Severity DProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Nov 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0812 Severity EProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Feb 5, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0625 Severity DNotify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospiFeb 5, 2025 · Resident Rights 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 | 9.5% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 5.2% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 16.1% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.0% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 19.3% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 6.3% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 28.7% | 45.0% | Better |
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 54 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: 4★ → 16 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
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