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Palo Alto County Hospital
3201 First Street, Emmetsburg, IA 50536
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Palo Alto County Hospital Description
Palo Alto County Hospital is a community that offers independent living, nursing care and rehabilitation and is about 20.7 miles outside the small town of Estherville, 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 7.2 out of 10 making it the 3rd highest rated community in the city out of 3 communities. See more information on reviews.
The Nursing Home at this community has a 5 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.
To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Independent Living
Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.
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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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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Summary of Reviews:
- Opinions on the facility and staff vary, with some finding it an excellent place for care, especially for the elderly, while others express concerns about the level of attention and professionalism.
- Dr. Patton receives high praise for his advocacy, knowledge, and caring nature, being described as a great asset to the community.
- Several reviewers commend the cleanliness of the facility and the politeness of the staff, highlighting positive experiences in the ER, during mammograms, and with the OB wing and radiology department.
- There are mixed experiences with the medical care provided, with some patients feeling their concerns were not adequately addressed initially, particularly regarding misdiagnosis and treatment plans.
- Customer service experiences vary, with some praising the friendly and responsive staff, while others were dissatisfied with the handling of appointments and visitation policies, especially under specific health conditions like the flu.
- A few reviews express disappointment that the establishment's values as stated on their website do not always match the patient's experience.
- Overall, many patients report receiving excellent care and would recommend the facility, particularly praising the staff's dedication during challenging times such as a pandemic.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 5
Health inspection rating: 4
Staffing rating: 5
Quality measure rating: 2
Long-term quality measure rating:
2
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: Feb. 5, 1986
Ownership type: Government
Provider
type: Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 22
Total current residents: 23
Facility is located in a hospital: Yes
Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
Resident and family council: Resident
Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines
Number of
facility
incidents: 0
Number of
substantiated complaints: 0
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 0
Total cost of fines: $0
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-06-14 | 2022-06-24 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. |
| 2022-06-14 | 2022-06-24 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
| 2022-06-14 | 2022-06-24 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. |
| 2022-06-14 | 2022-06-14 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
| 2019-11-05 | 2019-11-11 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. |
| 2019-11-05 | 2019-12-05 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
| 2019-11-05 | 2019-11-11 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2019-11-05 | 2019-11-14 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Have properly sized and located compartments to protect residents from smoke. |
| 2019-11-05 | 2019-12-05 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. |
| 2019-11-05 | 2019-11-11 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2018-08-15 | 2018-08-28 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
| 2018-08-15 | 2018-08-24 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours. |
| 2018-08-15 | 2018-08-24 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. |
| 2018-08-15 | 2018-08-21 | D | Services Deficiencies | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. |
| 2018-08-15 | 2018-08-21 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. |
Health Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-10-31 | 2019-11-20 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| 2019-10-31 | 2019-11-20 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. |
| 2019-10-31 | 2019-11-20 | D | 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. |
| 2019-10-31 | 2019-11-20 | E | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs. |
| 2019-10-31 | 2019-11-20 | F | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2018-08-09 | 2018-08-28 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. |
| 2018-08-09 | 2018-08-28 | B | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Estherville which is 20.7 miles away and has a population of 6,011 (very small town).
- The average income is $63,445, which is average compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 74
- Low Temperature: 18
- Average Temperature: 48.7
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 124 days of rain, 57 days of snow and 182 days of sun
- Precipitation: 2.1 inches a year
- The crime rate is 1.88 per 100 people which is low compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 0.44 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 0.72 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 0.61 incidents per 100 people
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 78.4 years old, which is average compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 271.0, Moderate Days 33.0, 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
Fareway Meat & Grocery
20.6 miles awayHy-Vee
20.7 miles awayNone Found
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Banks
Employee's Credit Union
20.1 miles awayNorth Star Bank
20.2 miles awayBank Plus
20.6 miles awayNorthwest Federal Bank
20.7 miles awayHospitals
Avera Holy Family Hospital
21.2 miles awayPharmacies
Hy-Vee Clinic Pharmacy
20.5 miles awayHy-Vee Pharmacy
20.7 miles awayDentists
The Dental Loft
0.8 miles awayGraettinger Dental Clinic
8.7 miles awayParks
Kearny Park
0.6 miles awayEmmetsburg
0.6 miles awayBasswood County Recreation Area
1.0 miles awayHarland Park
1.0 miles awayPalo Alto County
1.6 miles awayNone Found
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Restaurants
Pizza Hut
20.4 miles awayGodfather's Pizza
20.5 miles awayVFW
20.7 miles awayMother Nature's Restaurant
20.7 miles awayWoody's Pizza
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