Accura Healthcare of Cherokee, LLC
921 Riverview Drive · Cherokee, IA · 51012 · 7122255724
44 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Accura Healthcare
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.40 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.67 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.01 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 43% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $8,021 |
Inspection citations (11 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected January 13, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 8, 2026
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected January 13, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 13, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D October 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected November 5, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Immediate jeopardy · J December 17, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 10, 2024
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected October 25, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 10, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 25, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F October 10, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 25, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 13, 2023
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected July 25, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E July 13, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 25, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 13, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 25, 2023 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| December 17, 2024 | Fine | $8,021 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 165425 · certified since August 25, 2000. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.