Cycle 1
Health 2025-02-27 · Fire 2025-02-27
0 health deficiencies
No concentrated health issue counts in this cycle.
9 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (3 deficiencies)
Fonda, IA
Fonda Specialty Care
4-star overall rating with 4-star inspections with 9 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
607 Queen Street, Fonda, IA
(712) 288-4441
Overall
4 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
4 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
4 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
4 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
46
Certified beds
Average residents
42
Average occupied residents
Ownership
Non-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Care Initiatives
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1996-12-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.42
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.35
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.29
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
2.67
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
33%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
40%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 94.3% |
94.0%
0.3 pts better
|
93.4%
0.9 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 86.4% |
95.2%
8.8 pts worse
|
95.5%
9.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 1.9% |
3.7%
1.8 pts better
|
3.3%
1.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 3.4% |
4.0%
0.6 pts better
|
11.4%
8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 2.1% |
4.9%
2.8 pts better
|
5.4%
3.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 38.0% |
20.6%
17.4 pts worse
|
19.6%
18.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 35.6% |
19.8%
15.8 pts worse
|
16.7%
18.9 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.2%
0.2 pts better
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 13.1% |
18.5%
5.4 pts better
|
16.3%
3.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 8.6% |
18.3%
9.7 pts better
|
14.9%
6.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.6% |
1.7%
1.1 pts better
|
1.0%
0.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.0% |
2.5%
2.5 pts better
|
1.7%
1.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 17.2% |
26.0%
8.8 pts better
|
19.8%
2.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 3.3% |
4.3%
1 pts better
|
5.1%
1.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 95.6% |
84.3%
11.3 pts better
|
81.7%
13.9 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2023-11-20 · Fire 2023-11-20
11 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (6 deficiencies)
3 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2022-10-24 · Fire 2022-10-24
17 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (5 deficiencies)
5 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-27
E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Corrected 2025-03-05
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-27
K222 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Corrected 2025-02-26
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-27
K351 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Corrected 2025-03-26
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-27
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-03-05
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-27
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2025-02-28
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-27
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2025-03-05
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-27
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2025-03-05
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-27
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2025-02-28
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-27
K922 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment.
Corrected 2025-02-25
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-20
E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Corrected 2023-12-01
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-20
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2023-11-29
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-20
K321 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2023-11-29
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-24
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2022-11-03
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-24
K321 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2022-11-24
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-24
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2022-11-03
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-24
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2022-11-24
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-24
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2022-11-03
Inspection history
Recent health citations
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-04-18
F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2024-05-07
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-04-18
F755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2024-05-07
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-12-21
F580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2024-01-04
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-12-21
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2024-01-04
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-20
F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected 2023-12-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-20
F622 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Corrected 2023-12-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-20
F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2023-12-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-20
F655 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected 2023-12-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-20
F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2023-12-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-20
F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected 2023-12-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-20
F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2023-12-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-20
F690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2023-12-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-20
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2023-12-15
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-08
F755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2023-08-09
G · Actual harm
2023-03-08
F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2023-03-21
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-24
F727 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Corrected 2022-11-17
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-24
F804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2022-11-17
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-24
F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2022-11-17
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-24
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2022-11-17
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-24
F636 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected 2022-11-17
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-24
F655 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected 2022-11-17
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-24
F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2022-11-17
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-24
F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2022-11-17
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-24
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2022-11-17
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-24
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2022-11-17
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-24
F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected 2022-11-17
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-24
F805 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected 2022-11-17
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-10-24
F883 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected 2022-11-17
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
Ownership
Care Initiatives
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Beal, Michael
Corporate Director · Individual
Beal, Michael
Corporate Officer · Individual
Boeve, Destiny
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Bowen, Lane
Corporate Director · Individual
Carothers, Mary Jane
Corporate Director · Individual
Childs, Kevin
Corporate Director · Individual
Computershare Corporate Trust
5% Or Greater Mortgage Interest · Organization
Corless, Peter
Corporate Director · Individual
Dixon, David
Corporate Officer · Individual
Drake, Emily
Corporate Officer · Individual
Dugdale, Emily
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Epperson, Faith
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Gilyard, Tanya
Corporate Officer · Individual
Krein, Keith
Corporate Director · Individual
Kuhn, Jeramy
Corporate Officer · Individual
Mcdyer, Jessica
Corporate Officer · Individual
Rust, Elizabeth
Corporate Director · Individual
Sturm, Denise
Corporate Director · Individual
Upmeyer, Linda
Corporate Director · Individual
Volm, Johanna
Corporate Officer · Individual
Whyms, Brian
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
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