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Green Hills Health Care Center

2200 Hamilton Drive, Ames, IA 50014
Score: 89 / 100

Among nursing homes in Iowa, Green Hills Health Care Center stands out with an A grade and a score of 89 out of 100. It ranks in the 84th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Staffing levels at Green Hills Health Care Center exceed national averages, with 5.14 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 1.17 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 7 deficiencies at Green Hills Health Care Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

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 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 5.14 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.17 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.17 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 3.80 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.20 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.64 0.7 Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

7
Total Deficiencies
Nov 20, 2024
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 7 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0550 Severity E
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    Nov 20, 2024 · Resident Rights 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.
    Nov 20, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0655 Severity D
    Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
    Nov 20, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0656 Severity D
    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    Nov 20, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0658 Severity D
    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    Nov 20, 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 3.5% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 7.3% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 2.1% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 2.0% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 23.8% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 4.9% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 30.0% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 89 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: 3★ → 9 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
56
Provider Type
Medicare
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jan 21, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
0

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