Birkwood Village of Fort Madison
1702 41st Street · Fort Madison, IA · 52627 · 3193728021
80 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Part of a CCRC
- 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
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.10 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.56 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.45 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 49% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $3,145 |
Inspection citations (25 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2026
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 April 17, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E April 16, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 17, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 13, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2025
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected May 16, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2025
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected May 16, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected May 16, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected May 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2025
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Corrected May 16, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2025
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected May 16, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2025
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected May 16, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E April 24, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected May 16, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Actual harm · G October 30, 2024 · found via complaint
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 November 12, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 20, 2024
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected July 20, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 20, 2024
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected July 20, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 20, 2024
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected July 20, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D June 20, 2024
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected July 20, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 20, 2024
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected July 20, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 20, 2024
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected July 20, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 20, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected July 20, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D June 20, 2024
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Corrected July 20, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E June 20, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 20, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 20, 2024
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected July 20, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 20, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected July 20, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 20, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected July 20, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 22, 2024 · found via complaint
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Corrected January 23, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| September 5, 2023 | Fine | $3,145 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 165227 · certified since August 20, 1993. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.