Ridgewood Specialty Care
1977 Albia Road · Ottumwa, IA · 52501 · 6416833111
60 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Care Initiatives
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.51 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.75 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.19 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 57% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $8,999 |
Inspection citations (18 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 22, 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 December 30, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 22, 2025
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected December 30, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D December 22, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 30, 2025 · Infection Control
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Immediate jeopardy · J October 31, 2024
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected November 1, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D October 31, 2024
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected November 1, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 31, 2024
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 November 1, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 31, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected November 1, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E October 31, 2024
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 November 1, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E October 31, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected November 1, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D October 31, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected November 1, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 31, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected November 1, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 31, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 1, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 31, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 1, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected April 24, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected April 24, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 15, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected March 4, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 5, 2023
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 October 16, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 5, 2023
Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
Corrected October 16, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 31, 2024 | Fine | $8,999 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 165223 · certified since July 1, 1994. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.