B

Wapello Specialty Care

601 Highway 61 South, Wapello, IA 52653
Score: 78 / 100

With a score of 78/100 and a B grade, Wapello Specialty Care is a well-regarded option in Wapello, Iowa. The facility performs above average in most CMS categories, placing it in the 76th percentile statewide.

Staffing levels are a potential concern at Wapello Specialty Care, with 3.38 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 29 deficiencies at Wapello Specialty Care. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 32 / 40 pts
4 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 15 / 25 pts
3 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.38 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.03 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.29 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.06 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.12 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.56 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

29
Total Deficiencies
Nov 19, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 1 Minor 🟠 28 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0880 Severity D
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Nov 19, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Oct 2, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0657 Severity D
    Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    Oct 2, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • 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
    Oct 2, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0658 Severity D
    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    Oct 2, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning 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 8.4% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 0.0% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 11.8% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 1.5% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 14.0% 14.0% Average
Excessive weight loss 3.3% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 30.9% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of B is based on a score of 78 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 4★ → 32 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)

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

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
49
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Nov 19, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
1

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