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Altoona Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
200 Seventh Avenue Sw, Altoona, IA 50009
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Altoona Nursing And Rehabilitation Center Description
Altoona Nursing And Rehabilitation Center is a community that offers nursing care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is located in the town of Altoona, Iowa. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.
The community has an average rating of 5 out of 10 making it the 4th highest rated community in the city out of 4 communities. See more information on reviews.
The Nursing Home at this community has a 1 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Nursing Home
Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.
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Skilled Nursing
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Reviews of the rehab center show a mix of experiences, ranging from highly positive to deeply concerning. Some family members have praised the facility for its care, particularly noting instances where staff went above and beyond to ensure the comfort and well-being of their loved ones. Positive remarks highlight the kindness and professionalism of the staff, the cleanliness of the facility, and the comprehensive care provided.
However, several reviews raise serious concerns about the quality of care and management at the facility. Issues cited include inadequate attention to patients with specific needs such as Alzheimer's, instances of neglect such as patients being left in inappropriate clothing or without essential items like glasses, and severe cases where health deteriorated leading to fatal outcomes. Complaints about the facility's cleanliness and professionalism of the staff were also mentioned, with some describing it as depressing and dingy.
While some reviewers have found the staff to be caring and the environment welcoming, others have experienced or observed what they believe to be a lack of care and professionalism, leading them to advise against placing loved ones in the facility. The contrasting experiences highlight the importance of thorough consideration and personal visits to the facility before making a decision.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 1
Health inspection rating: 1
Staffing rating: 2
Quality measure rating: 2
Long-term quality measure rating:
2
Short-term quality measure rating:
3
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: Aug. 5, 1991
Ownership type: For Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 106
Total current residents: 90
Facility is located in a hospital: No
Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
Resident and family council: Resident
Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines
Number of
facility
incidents: 8
Number of
substantiated complaints: 61
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 4
Total cost of fines: $152332
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointHealth and Fire Safety Deficiencies
The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.
| Scope | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Severity of Deficiency | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | G | H | I |
| No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy | D | E | F |
| No actual harm with potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
Fire Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-12-29 | 2022-12-29 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). |
| 2022-12-29 | 2023-01-29 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. |
| 2022-12-29 | 2023-01-06 | F | Egress Deficiencies | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. |
| 2022-12-29 | 2023-01-06 | F | Egress Deficiencies | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. |
| 2022-12-29 | 2023-01-06 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. |
| 2022-12-29 | 2023-01-09 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
| 2022-12-29 | 2022-12-29 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. |
| 2022-12-29 | 2023-01-10 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. |
| 2022-12-29 | 2022-12-29 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. |
| 2021-06-23 | 2021-07-05 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. |
| 2021-06-23 | 2021-07-05 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2019-10-11 | 2019-10-30 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. |
| 2019-10-11 | 2019-10-30 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours. |
| 2019-10-11 | 2019-10-30 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. |
| 2019-10-11 | 2019-10-30 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2019-10-11 | 2019-10-30 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2019-10-11 | 2019-10-30 | D | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. |
Health Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-08-31 | 2022-10-03 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| 2022-08-31 | 2022-10-03 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. |
| 2022-08-31 | 2022-10-03 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. |
| 2022-08-31 | 2022-10-31 | D | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. |
| 2022-12-29 | 2023-02-08 | B | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. |
| 2022-12-29 | 2023-02-08 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. |
| 2022-12-29 | 2023-02-08 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. |
| 2022-12-29 | 2023-02-08 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. |
| 2022-12-29 | 2023-02-08 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. |
| 2022-12-29 | 2023-02-08 | D | Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. |
| 2022-12-29 | 2023-02-08 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. |
| 2022-12-29 | 2023-02-08 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. |
| 2022-12-29 | 2023-02-08 | E | Administration Deficiencies | Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards. |
| 2022-12-29 | 2023-02-08 | D | Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. |
| 2022-12-29 | 2023-02-08 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| 2022-12-29 | 2023-02-08 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. |
| 2022-12-29 | 2023-02-08 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. |
| 2022-12-29 | 2023-02-08 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2022-12-29 | 2023-02-08 | E | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. |
| 2022-12-29 | 2023-02-08 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2022-03-23 | 2022-04-14 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| 2022-03-23 | 2022-04-14 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2022-03-23 | 2022-04-14 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| 2022-03-23 | 2022-04-14 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. |
| 2022-03-23 | 2022-04-14 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2021-06-30 | 2021-07-21 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. |
| 2021-06-30 | 2021-07-21 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. |
| 2021-06-30 | 2021-07-21 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted |
| 2021-06-30 | 2021-07-21 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| 2021-06-30 | 2021-07-21 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| 2021-06-30 | 2021-07-21 | E | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives. |
| 2021-06-30 | 2021-07-21 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. |
| 2021-06-30 | 2021-07-21 | E | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. |
| 2021-06-30 | 2021-07-21 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2021-06-30 | 2021-07-21 | E | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. |
| 2021-06-30 | 2021-07-21 | J | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2021-06-30 | 2021-07-21 | E | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| 2021-03-11 | 2021-04-02 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. |
| 2021-03-11 | 2021-04-02 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. |
| 2021-03-11 | 2021-04-02 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| 2021-03-11 | 2021-04-02 | D | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. |
| 2021-01-13 | 2021-02-22 | J | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2021-01-13 | 2021-02-22 | J | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. |
| 2021-01-13 | 2021-02-22 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2019-07-30 | 2019-08-26 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| 2019-07-30 | 2019-08-26 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. |
| 2019-07-30 | 2019-08-26 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| 2019-07-30 | 2019-08-26 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2019-07-30 | 2019-08-26 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. |
| 2019-07-30 | 2019-08-26 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| 2019-07-30 | 2019-08-26 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. |
| 2019-07-30 | 2019-08-26 | D | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. |
| 2019-07-30 | 2019-08-26 | D | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
| 2019-07-30 | 2019-08-26 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2019-07-30 | 2019-08-26 | E | Environmental Deficiencies | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2018-10-30 | $8,125 |
| 2019-04-03 | $73,944 |
| 2021-01-13 | $76,818 |
| 2021-06-30 | $92,750 |
| 2021-06-30 | $60,288 |
| 2021-06-30 | $45,514 |
| 2022-03-23 | $15,000 |
| 2022-12-29 | $15,000 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Altoona which is 0.6 miles away and has a population of 16,984 (small town).
- The average income is $75,579, which is high compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 76
- Low Temperature: 23
- Average Temperature: 52.2
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 111 days of rain, 34 days of snow and 219 days of sun
- Precipitation: 0.8 inches a year
- The crime rate is 2.62 per 100 people which is low compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 0.38 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 1.43 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 0.34 incidents per 100 people
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 78.43 years old, which is average compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 267.0, Moderate Days 37.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0
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Supermarkets
Hy-Vee
0.6 miles awayFareway
0.9 miles awayWalmart Supercenter
1.6 miles awaySam's Club
6.1 miles awayCash Saver
6.9 miles awayNone Found
Bus Stations
Outlets of Des Moines
2.0 miles awayTram Stop
5.5 miles awayDART
6.8 miles awayE Douglas Ave & Cornell St
7.5 miles awayE Euclid Ave & Cornell St
7.5 miles awayBanks
Community Choice Credit Union
0.4 miles awayBankers Trust
1.9 miles awayWells Fargo
3.9 miles awayCommunity State Bank
6.7 miles awayGreat Western Bank
6.8 miles awayHospitals
Iowa Lutheran Hospital
7.6 miles awayMercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
8.3 miles awayBroadlawns Medical Center
8.7 miles awayIowa Methodist Medical Center
9.2 miles awayVA Medical Center
9.7 miles awayPharmacies
Hy-Vee Pharmacy
0.6 miles awayWalgreens
5.6 miles awayCVS Pharmacy
7.8 miles awayMedicap Pharmacy
8.0 miles awayHammer Pharmacy
8.2 miles awayDentists
Prairie View Family Dental
1.5 miles awayAspen Dental
6.8 miles awayPrimary Health Care Dental
8.7 miles awayHintz Family Dentistry
8.8 miles awayAnkeny Dental Center
8.8 miles awayParks
Greenway Park
0.0 miles awayLions Park
0.1 miles awayPrairie Heritage Park
0.5 miles awayAltoona Campus
0.5 miles awayVillage Park
0.5 miles awayNone Found
Shopping
Southridge Mall
10.9 miles awayHaymarket Mall
11.8 miles awayMerle Hay Mall
11.8 miles awayValley West Mall
14.7 miles awayJordan Creek Town Center
17.9 miles awayCulture
Palace Theater
1.4 miles awayCoca-Cola Cafe Stage
1.4 miles awaySheriff Sam's Saloon Show
1.5 miles awayAmerican Puppet Theater
1.5 miles awaySusan Knapp Amphitheater
5.4 miles awayRestaurants
Pizza Ranch
0.5 miles awayJethro's BBQ
1.2 miles awayPerkins
1.3 miles awayRathskellar Burgers, Pizza & Beer Garden
1.4 miles awayBigfoot Bacon & Brew
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