Prairie Ridge Care Center
1005 7th Street Ne · Orange City, IA · 51041 · 7127076006
95 certified beds Government - City/county
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- 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: 4 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.71 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.86 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.42 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 37% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (8 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E 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 9, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E April 24, 2025
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Corrected May 9, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D April 24, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected May 9, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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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 9, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E April 24, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 9, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected December 18, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · F May 2, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 28, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E February 2, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 3, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 165538 · certified since March 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.