Cycle 1
Health 2025-08-14 · Fire 2024-10-02
9 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (5 deficiencies)
4 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Egress (1 deficiency)
Newton, IA
Valley Vista for Nursing and Rehabilitation
2-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with 9 recent health deficiencies with 4 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
200 South Eighth Avenue East, Newton, IA
(641) 792-7440
Overall
2 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
2 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
3 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
3 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
70
Certified beds
Average residents
58
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Gabriel Sebbag & The Samara Family
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
2000-09-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.60
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.30
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.21
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
2.87
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
50%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
57%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.5 |
1.5
1 pts better
|
1.9
1.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 2.2 |
2.1
0.1 pts worse
|
1.8
0.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 93.1% |
94.0%
0.9 pts worse
|
93.4%
0.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 89.3% |
95.2%
5.9 pts worse
|
95.5%
6.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 1.5% |
3.7%
2.2 pts better
|
3.3%
1.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 4.2% |
4.0%
0.2 pts worse
|
11.4%
7.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 1.8% |
4.9%
3.1 pts better
|
5.4%
3.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 22.1% |
20.6%
1.5 pts worse
|
19.6%
2.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 12.1% |
19.8%
7.7 pts better
|
16.7%
4.6 pts better
|
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 | 17.2% |
18.5%
1.3 pts better
|
16.3%
0.9 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 8.3% |
18.3%
10 pts better
|
14.9%
6.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 2.2% |
1.7%
0.5 pts worse
|
1.0%
1.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 3.0% |
2.5%
0.5 pts worse
|
1.7%
1.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 29.3% |
26.0%
3.3 pts worse
|
19.8%
9.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 10.2% |
4.3%
5.9 pts worse
|
5.1%
5.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 81.8% |
84.3%
2.5 pts worse
|
81.7%
0.1 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 2.8% |
1.9%
0.9 pts worse
|
1.6%
1.2 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 74.4% |
73.3%
1.1 pts better
|
79.7%
5.3 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-10-02 · Fire 2023-08-30
16 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (7 deficiencies)
13 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (7 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2023-08-30 · Fire 2022-06-23
12 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Rights (4 deficiencies)
10 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (4 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-02
K291 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2024-10-11
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-02
K355 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2024-10-10
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-02
K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Corrected 2024-10-18
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-02
K921 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Corrected 2024-10-21
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-30
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2023-09-22
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-30
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2023-09-22
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-30
K914 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Corrected 2023-09-22
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-30
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2023-09-22
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-30
K291 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2023-09-22
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-30
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 2023-09-22
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-30
K355 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2023-09-22
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-30
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2023-09-22
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-30
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2023-09-22
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-30
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2023-09-22
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-30
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2023-09-25
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-30
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2023-09-22
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-30
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2023-09-22
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-06-23
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2022-07-16
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-06-23
K355 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2022-07-16
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-06-23
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2022-07-16
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-06-23
K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Corrected 2022-07-16
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-06-23
K914 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Corrected 2022-07-16
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-06-23
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2022-07-16
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-06-23
K161 · Construction Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Use approved construction type or materials.
Corrected 2022-07-16
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-06-23
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2022-07-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-06-23
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 2022-07-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-06-23
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2022-07-16
Inspection history
Recent health citations
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-11-25
F842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected 2025-12-18
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-11-25
F865 · Administration Deficiencies
Health
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected 2025-12-18
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-14
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 2025-08-29
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-14
F637 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected 2025-08-29
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-14
F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2025-08-29
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-14
F698 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected 2025-08-29
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-14
F842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected 2025-08-29
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-14
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-08-29
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-04-03
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 2025-04-16
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-02
F725 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
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 2024-10-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-02
F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2024-10-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-02
F578 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
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
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-02
F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2024-10-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-02
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 2024-10-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-02
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2024-10-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-02
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 2024-10-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-10-02
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-10-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-28
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2024-09-09
G · Actual harm
2024-06-13
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2024-06-14
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-13
F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2024-06-14
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-13
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 2024-06-14
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-21
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-04-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-21
F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2024-04-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-21
F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2024-04-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-21
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 2024-04-13
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-30
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 2023-09-21
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-30
F921 · Environmental Deficiencies
Health
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected 2023-09-21
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-30
F925 · Environmental Deficiencies
Health
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected 2023-09-21
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-30
F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2023-09-21
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-30
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 2023-09-21
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-30
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 2023-09-21
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-30
F688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected 2023-09-21
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-30
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 2023-09-21
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-04-06
F561 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected 2023-05-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-04-06
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2023-05-06
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-04-06
F725 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
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 2023-05-06
B · Minimal harm
2023-04-06
F623 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected 2023-05-06
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
Ownership
Amaranthine Holdings LLC
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Cedar View Holdings LLC
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
Cedar View Tr
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
Conner, Robert
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Fox, Mariah
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Iowa 5784 LLC
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
Samara Family Holdings LLC
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization
Sebbag, Gabriel
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual
Sebbag, Gabriel
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
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