Accura Healthcare of Ottumwa
Three Pennsylvania Place · Ottumwa, IA · 52501 · 6416833372
60 certified beds For profit - Corporation Part of a CCRC
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.95 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.70 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.28 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 33% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (6 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D September 25, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected November 26, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 11, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 11, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 11, 2024 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G April 25, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected May 24, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 25, 2024
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected May 24, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 25, 2024 | Payment Denial | 3 days |
Better-scoring options nearby
No better-scoring facility within 25 miles in the current data — this one leads its area. See the whole state.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 165549 · certified since August 1, 2004. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.