6 health deficiencies
Top issue: Infection Control (2 deficiencies)
7 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (4 deficiencies)
Ottumwa, IA
4-star overall rating with 3-star inspections with $91,569 in total fines with 6 recent health deficiencies with 7 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
2035 Chester Avenue, Ottumwa, IA
(641) 682-8041
Overall
4 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
3 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
5 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
4 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Beds
126
Certified beds
Average residents
103
Average occupied residents
Ownership
Non-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Good Samaritan Society
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1994-04-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Chain footprint
89 facilities
Chain averages 3 overall / 3 health / 4 staffing / 3 quality stars
Changed ownership
No
Within the last 12 months
Family council
No
Resident and family council reported
Sprinklers
Yes
Automatic sprinklers in all required areas
Staffing
RN hours / resident day
0.90
Registered nurse staffing · state 0.73 · national 0.68
LPN hours / resident day
0.46
Licensed practical nurse staffing · state 0.57 · national 0.87
Aide hours / resident day
2.33
Nurse aide staffing · state 2.53 · national 2.35
Total nurse hours
3.69
All reported nurse hours · state 3.83 · national 3.89
Licensed hours
1.36
RN + LPN hours · state 1.30 · national 1.54
Weekend hours
3.38
Weekend nurse staffing · state 3.35 · national 3.43
Weekend RN hours
0.54
Weekend registered nurse coverage · state 0.50 · national 0.47
Physical therapist
0.05
Reported PT staffing · state 0.04 · national 0.07
Adjusted RN hours
0.99
CMS adjusted RN staffing hours
Adjusted total hours
4.03
CMS adjusted total nurse staffing hours
Case-mix index
1.25
Higher values indicate more complex resident acuity
RN turnover
16%
Annual RN turnover · state 44% · national 45%
Total nurse turnover
36%
Annual nurse turnover · state 44% · national 46%
SNF VBP
Program rank
8,559
Lower is better among SNFs in the FY 2026 VBP program.
Performance score
26.33
Composite VBP score used to determine payment impact.
Payment multiplier
0.9841
Above 1.000 increases Medicare payment; below 1.000 reduces it.
Program components
Readmission
4.70
Baseline 19.38% · Performance 19.25% · Measure score 4.70 · Achievement 4.70 · Improvement 0.02
Healthcare-associated infections
0
Baseline 8.64% · Performance 9.06% · Measure score 0 · Achievement 0 · Improvement 0
Total nurse turnover
3.57
Baseline 63.64% · Performance 49.09% · Measure score 3.57 · Achievement 3.57 · Improvement 3.25
Adjusted total nurse staffing
2.27
Baseline 3.75 hours · Performance 3.72 hours · Measure score 2.27 · Achievement 2.27 · Improvement 0
SNF QRP
| Measure | Facility | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potentially preventable 30-day readmission | 12.01% |
10.72%
1.3 pts worse
|
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 117 · Observed rate 13.68% · Lower 95% interval 8.38% |
| Discharge to community | 53.81% |
50.57%
3.2 pts better
|
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 97 · Observed rate 50.52% · Lower 95% interval 44.64% |
| Medicare spending per beneficiary | 0.89 |
1.02
0.1 pts better
|
|
| Drug regimen review with follow-up | 87.5% |
95.27%
7.8 pts worse
|
Numerator 49 · Denominator 56 |
| Falls with major injury | 0% |
0.77%
0.8 pts better
|
Numerator 0 · Denominator 56 |
| Discharge self-care score | 45.1% |
53.69%
8.6 pts worse
|
Numerator 23 · Denominator 51 |
| Discharge mobility score | 19.61% |
50.94%
31.3 pts worse
|
Numerator 10 · Denominator 51 |
| Pressure ulcers or injuries, new or worsened | 5.36% |
2.29%
3.1 pts worse
|
Numerator 3 · Denominator 56 · Adjusted rate 5.21% |
| Healthcare-associated infections requiring hospitalization | 9.06% |
7.12%
1.9 pts worse
|
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 75 · Observed rate 12% · Lower 95% interval 4.75% |
| Staff COVID-19 vaccination coverage | 89.94% |
8.2%
81.7 pts better
|
Numerator 143 · Denominator 159 |
| Staff flu vaccination coverage | 98.65% |
42%
56.7 pts better
|
Numerator 219 · Denominator 222 |
| Discharge function score | 39.22% |
56.45%
17.2 pts worse
|
Numerator 20 · Denominator 51 |
| Transfer of health information to provider | Not Available |
95.95%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 6 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Transfer of health information to patient | 96.43% |
96.28%
0.2 pts better
|
Numerator 27 · Denominator 28 |
| Resident COVID-19 vaccinations up to date | 46.88% |
25.2%
21.7 pts better
|
Numerator 15 · Denominator 32 |
Quality measures
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.9 |
1.5
0.6 pts better
|
1.9
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 0.9 · Observed 0.7 · Expected 1.4 · Used in QM five-star |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.9 |
2.1
1.2 pts better
|
1.8
0.9 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 0.9 · Observed 0.7 · Expected 1.3 · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% |
94.0%
6 pts better
|
93.4%
6.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 100.0% · Q2 100.0% · Q3 100.0% · Q4 100.0% · 4Q avg 100.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% |
95.2%
4.8 pts better
|
95.5%
4.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 · 4Q avg 100.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 4.6% |
3.7%
0.9 pts worse
|
3.3%
1.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 4.9% · Q2 4.1% · Q3 5.3% · Q4 4.0% · 4Q avg 4.6% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 0.0% |
4.0%
4 pts better
|
11.4%
11.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 7.2% |
4.9%
2.3 pts worse
|
5.4%
1.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 4.2% · Q2 15.1% · Q3 6.9% · Q4 3.3% · 4Q avg 7.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 14.4% |
20.6%
6.2 pts better
|
19.6%
5.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 9.4% · Q2 10.0% · Q3 22.5% · Q4 16.1% · 4Q avg 14.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 10.5% |
19.8%
9.3 pts better
|
16.7%
6.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 11.6% · Q2 10.4% · Q3 9.2% · Q4 10.7% · 4Q avg 10.5% · Used in QM five-star |
| 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 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 21.5% |
18.5%
3 pts worse
|
16.3%
5.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 20.0% · Q2 39.1% · Q3 9.6% · Q4 16.2% · 4Q avg 21.5% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 24.3% |
18.3%
6 pts worse
|
14.9%
9.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 24.7% · Q2 34.8% · Q3 13.3% · Q4 23.6% · 4Q avg 24.3% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 1.5% |
1.7%
0.2 pts better
|
1.0%
0.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 2.2% · Q2 2.1% · Q3 0.8% · Q4 1.0% · 4Q avg 1.5% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 3.4% |
2.5%
0.9 pts worse
|
1.7%
1.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 3.9% · Q2 5.4% · Q3 4.3% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 3.4% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 27.0% |
26.0%
1 pts worse
|
19.8%
7.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 34.7% · Q2 27.3% · Q3 26.5% · Q4 19.2% · 4Q avg 27.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 3.8% |
4.3%
0.5 pts better
|
5.1%
1.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.8% · Q2 5.9% · Q3 4.0% · Q4 4.9% · 4Q avg 3.8% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 90.5% |
84.3%
6.2 pts better
|
81.7%
8.8 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 89.1% · Q2 88.6% · Q3 92.9% · Q4 92.6% · 4Q avg 90.5% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 11.4% |
13.1%
1.7 pts better
|
12.0%
0.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 11.4% · Observed 10.4% · Expected 10.2% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.8% |
1.9%
1.1 pts better
|
1.6%
0.8 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 1.4% · Q3 1.6% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.8% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 79.2% |
73.3%
5.9 pts better
|
79.7%
0.5 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 · 4Q avg 79.2% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 8.9% |
21.3%
12.4 pts better
|
23.9%
15 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 8.9% · Observed 8.3% · Expected 22.3% · Used in QM five-star |
Survey summary
Top issue: Infection Control (2 deficiencies)
7 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (4 deficiencies)
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (5 deficiencies)
12 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (6 deficiencies)
7 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (3 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2025-12-05
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2026-01-08
Fire Safety
Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.
Corrected 2026-01-04
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2025-12-08
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-12-08
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2025-12-08
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2025-12-08
Fire Safety
Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
Corrected 2024-11-06
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-11-07
Fire Safety
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
Corrected 2024-11-06
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2024-10-31
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 2024-11-05
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2024-11-01
Fire Safety
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Corrected 2024-11-01
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2024-11-06
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2024-10-17
Fire Safety
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
Corrected 2024-10-31
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2024-10-17
Fire Safety
Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment.
Corrected 2024-10-17
Fire Safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Corrected 2023-09-13
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2023-09-08
Fire Safety
Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.
Corrected 2023-09-13
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2023-09-13
Fire Safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Corrected 2023-09-13
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2023-09-13
Fire Safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2023-09-08
Inspection history
Health
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected 2025-12-15
Health
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected 2025-12-08
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-12-15
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2025-09-15
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2025-09-15
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-09-15
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2024-10-23
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2024-10-23
Health
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected 2024-10-23
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2024-10-23
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2024-10-23
Health
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected 2024-10-23
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-10-23
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2024-06-17
Health
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected 2024-06-17
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2023-10-12
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2023-10-12
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 2023-10-12
Health
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected 2023-10-12
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2023-10-12
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2023-10-12
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2023-10-12
Health
The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands.
Corrected 2023-10-12
Health
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected 2023-10-12
Health
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected 2023-10-12
Health
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2023-08-24
Health
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected 2023-08-24
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2023-10-12
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 2023-10-12
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2023-10-12
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2023-10-12
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 2023-10-12
Health
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected 2023-10-12
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2023-06-30
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2023-06-30
Health
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected 2023-06-30
Health
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2023-05-10
Penalties and ownership
Fine · fine $35,968
Fine
Fine · fine $55,601
Fine
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