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The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Mill Pond senior living community is situated just beside Mill Pond, east of Summerbrook Park in Ankeny. Known for its Presbyterian residents and staff, this community’s assisted living apartments are complete with open floor plans and fully equipped kitchen. Each unit has its individually controlled air conditioning, to ensure that residents feel comfortable no matter the weather. Part of the services they provide are 24 hour assistance, housekeeping, laundry services, as well as pastoral care.
Unlike any other assisted living communities, Mill Pond prides itself as a smoke free community, ensuring that residents are safe from the harmful effects of smoke. Part of the amenities they also provide are two to three choice meals, assistance to social services, and schedules packed with activities that will surely help boost the body, mind, and spirit.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
This home is ranked 52nd out of 241 homes in Iowa. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 53m per day | ▲ 20% State avg: 44m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 18m per day | ▼ 47% State avg: 34m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 3h 8m per day | ▲ 24% State avg: 2h 32m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day |
|
Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 4h 8m per day | ▲ 24% State avg: 3h 21m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 7m per day | ▲ 250% State avg: 2m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
Weekend RN
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 40m per day | ▲ 33% State avg: 30m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Higher than the Iowa average: 75.4%Mill Pond is administrated by Jesica Culp.
In Iowa, the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing conducts unannounced health and safety surveys to monitor compliance and protect residents in long-term care settings.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Iowa state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 11 | 27 | This facility has 59% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Iowa nursing home (11 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 59% better |
|
Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2020.
| 1.8 | 4.5 | This facility has 60% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Iowa nursing home (1.8 vs. IA avg 4.5).↓ 60% better |
|
Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.7 | 1.8 | This facility has 61% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Iowa nursing home (0.7 vs. IA avg 1.8).↓ 61% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 16 | 15 | This facility has 7% more total inspections than a typical Iowa nursing home (16 vs. IA avg 15).↑ 7% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspections on November 12 and October 23, 2025, found the facility in substantial compliance with no deficiencies noted. Earlier inspections showed a mixed record with deficiencies related mainly to resident care, including medication documentation, food safety, and timely abuse reporting. Prior reports cited issues with nutrition management, staff response times, and failure to provide care with dignity and respect. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated, with one substantiated complaint in April 2024 that involved deficiencies in abuse reporting and resident care. The facility appears to have addressed many prior concerns, as recent complaint investigations and inspections show improvement and compliance.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsIowa average 4.9
Last Health inspection on Mar 2025
Iowa average 21.7
Iowa average 4.11
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
5 of 9 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 9 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
100% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.6
100% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.9
Corrected
Corrected
Corrected
Corrected
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
10% better than Iowa average
0% compared with Iowa average
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.4 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
704 contractor hours this quarter
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 60 | 15 | 75 | 14,579 | 92 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 9 | 4 | 13 | 3,910 | 92 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 10 | 2 | 12 | 1,714 | 89 | 97% | 9.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 5 | 2 | 7 | 1,659 | 82 | 89% | 8.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,323 | 80 | 87% | 7.8 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 906 | 62 | 67% | 7.9 |
| Dietitian | 2 | 0 | 2 | 894 | 70 | 76% | 8.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 643 | 61 | 66% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 5 | 0 | 5 | 612 | 66 | 72% | 4.8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 66% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 394 | 62 | 67% | 6.4 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 2 | 0 | 2 | 389 | 67 | 73% | 5.6 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 121 | 56 | 61% | 2.1 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 57 | 8 | 9% | 7.1 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 53 | 13 | 14% | 4.1 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 26 | 3 | 3% | 8.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 22 | 6 | 7% | 3.7 |
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
13.2
28% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 10.2
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
25.0
16% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 21.6
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
17.0%
10% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 18.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
29.3%
49% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 19.7%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
28.6%
9% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 26.2%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.2%
11% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 3.6%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
10.7%
146% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 4.4%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
4.3%
74% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 2.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.5%
10% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 5.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.4%
37% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 3.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
11.1%
42% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 19.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
92.2%
In line with Iowa averageIowa average: 94.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
86.7%
9% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 95.3%
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.48
In line with Iowa averageIowa average: 1.48
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.92
56% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 2.09
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
79.6%
6% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 85.1%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
4.0%
117% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 1.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
64.0%
13% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 73.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
15.2%
29% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 21.4%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
3.5%
73% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 13.1%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
2.2%
182% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.8%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
24.4%
55% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 53.7%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
42.7%
16% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
55% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
28% of new residents, often for short stays.
17% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
59Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Historical financial and operational data for Mill Pond based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #34 / 242Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 34th out of 242 homes in Iowa. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Iowa average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 528 / 538 / 589 / 620 / 639 / 695 / 714 / 775 / 842 / 847 / 900 / 925 / 940 / 1060 / 1100 / 1178 / 1270 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
1.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Ankeny's city center to Mill Pond's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.39 miles to nearest hospital (Hy-Vee Pharmacy)
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Mill Pond is located in Ankeny, Iowa.
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Mill Pond has a walk score of 16. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to IA state health department records, Mill Pond's license number is 770477.
According to IA state health department records, Mill Pond's license expires on January 2, 2027.
Mill Pond's occupancy is 98%.
The team at Mill Pond can be reached at [email protected].
Jesica Culp is the administrator of Mill Pond.
Mill Pond has 60 beds.
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