With a score of 3/100, Prestige Care Center Of Fairfield ranks in the bottom tier of Iowa nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.
Staffing at Prestige Care Center Of Fairfield is near the national average, with 3.65 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 72 deficiencies at Prestige Care Center Of Fairfield, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.65 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.71 | 0.7 | Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.37 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.57 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.29 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.46 | 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.Jun 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0678 Severity EProvide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advancJun 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0658 Severity EEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Jun 10, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0725 Severity EProvide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.Jun 10, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
- Tag 0812 Severity EProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Jun 10, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary 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 | 6.8% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 1.7% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 20.8% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 5.1% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 22.3% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 14.2% | 7.5% | Worse |
| New/worsened incontinence | 31.0% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
6 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $138,029
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 3 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 1★ → 3 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -15 pts
- Fine deductions: -10 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
Facility Details
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