Eldora Specialty Care
1510 22nd Street · Eldora, IA · 50627 · 6419393491
46 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Care Initiatives
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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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: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.73 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.64 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.53 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 35% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (4 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected December 22, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected December 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 11, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 12, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D December 12, 2024
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected January 6, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 165316 · certified since April 30, 1997. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.