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95/100Buchanan County Health Center Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (Independence, Iowa)
1600 First Street East, Independence, Iowa 50644
Phone: 3193346071
CMS Overall:5/5
Overview & Bed Count
Certified Beds
39
Avg Residents/Day
34.3
Ownership
Government - County
Provider Type
Medicaid
County
Buchanan
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No
CMS Star Ratings
Overall5/5
Health4/5
Staffing5/5
Quality2/5
Nurse Staffing Check
| Metric | This Facility | Iowa Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours per Resident per Day | 1.22 | 0.74 | +0.47 |
| Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day | 4.30 | 3.86 | +0.44 |
| CMS Staffing Rating | 5/5 | 3.8/5 | - |
| Nursing Staff Turnover | 24.2% | 44.1% | - |
Health Citation History
12 health citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-19 | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-03-20 | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-03-20 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-03-20 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition | B – Minimal Harm Potential |
| 2025-03-20 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | B – Minimal Harm Potential |
| 2024-11-26 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | J – Immediate Jeopardy |
| 2024-11-26 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-06-06 | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-06-06 | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-06-06 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-06-06 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-06-06 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | 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. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
Fire Safety Citation History
5 fire safety citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-19 | Construction Deficiencies | Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-03-19 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-03-19 | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-03-20 | Egress Deficiencies | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2025-03-20 | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | F – Moderate Harm Potential |
Total Penalties & Fines
$4,011
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
1
Number of Fines
1
Total Penalties
| Date | Type | Fine Amount | Payment Denial |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-11-26 | Fine | $4,011 | - |
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