Anamosa Care Center
1209 East Third Street · Anamosa, IA · 52205 · 3194624356
64 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Healthcare of Iowa
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.24 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.65 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.74 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 57% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (8 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D June 12, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected June 30, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 12, 2025
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected June 30, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Actual harm · G July 25, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 6, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 25, 2024
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected August 6, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 6, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E July 25, 2024
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected August 6, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D March 21, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected March 22, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D June 15, 2023
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected June 29, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 165375 · certified since January 1, 1998. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.