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Nursing Home in Ames

CMS overall rating Info 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.
Accura HealthCare of Ames

Nursing Home in Ames

CMS overall rating Info 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.

Accura HealthCare of Ames

Overview of Accura Healthcare of Ames

Accura Healthcare renders exceptional senior care services in the picturesque landscapes of Iowa. Renowned for its meticulous organization and serene environment, this facility offers specialized services catering to a wide range of needs, including orthopedic care, pulmonary care, diabetes management, respite and hospice care, as well as dedicated assistance for Alzheimer’s, dementia, and memory care patients.

What truly distinguishes Accura Healthcare is its intimate and close-knit community atmosphere, fostering a sense of belonging and comfort. With a keen attention to detail, this facility provides a peaceful haven where seniors can regain their health, confidence, and independence. It’s a place where residents find the support and compassion they need, making it a wonderful choice for those seeking top-notch memory care living facilities.

(515) 232-3426

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
3/5
Iowa average: 3.3/5
Health Inspection Info 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.
3/5
Iowa average: 3.0/5
Staffing Info 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.
3/5
Iowa average: 3.7/5
Quality Measures Info 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.
4/5
Iowa average: 3.5/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
3h 31m per day

This home provides 20% less nursing time per resident than the Iowa average.

Iowa average: 4h 25m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 32m per day 44m per day 41m per day
Nurse Aide Info Nurse aide hours per resident per day. 2h 13m per day 2h 32m per day 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends. 2h 51m per day 3h 21m per day 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day. 1m per day 2m per day 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends. 20m per day 30m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 75

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the Iowa average: 75.4%
Occupancy rate 89.3%
Residents per day (avg) 66
Occupancy rate
89.3%
Residents per day (avg)
66

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

24% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 16 days

Private pay

40% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

36% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 8 - 9 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$7.6M
Operating loss
-$237.1K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$7.6M
Operating loss
-$237.1K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$2.9M
37.8% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.9M
Total costs $7.8M
Bed community size
75-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
26 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 59 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
89%
In line with Iowa average
Occupied beds
67 / 75
Average residents 51 per day

License Details

IssuanceJanuary 12, 2025
ExpirationJanuary 12, 2026
CountyStory

Additional Licensing Details

License Number850636
Year Opened12/01/1999
CMS Certification Number165423

Ownership & Operating Entity

Accura HealthCare of Ames is administrated by Eric Olson.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Skilled Nursing

Additional Services

2 services
Rehabilitation
Hospice Care

Contact Information

Fax5152338313

Amenities & Lifestyle

0 amenities
Specific ProgramsLong-term Care, Memory Care, Rehabilitation, Respite Care, Skilled Nursing, Hospice Care

Types of Care at Accura HealthCare of Ames

Skilled Nursing Hospice Care Respite Care

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Inspection History

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.

28 visits/inspections Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

12 visits/inspections triggered by complaints

Breakdown by inspection type
  • 8 renewal/recertification inspections
  • 12 complaint investigations
  • 2 incident investigations
  • 6 follow-up inspections

Iowa average: 17 visits/inspections

Iowa average: 0 inspections

Latest inspection

Date July 15, 2025

Inspection history

07/15/2025 Complaint
04/28/2025 Recertification Revisit, Complaint Revisit
Yes
03/26/2025 Recertification, Complaint
12/17/2024 Complaint
10/31/2024 Complaint Revisit, Incident Revisit
Yes
09/18/2024 Complaint, Incident
07/08/2024 Recertification Revisit, Incident Revisit
Yes
05/22/2024 Recertification, Incident
04/02/2024 Complaint Revisit
Yes
02/21/2024 Complaint, Other
10/05/2023 Complaint
03/16/2023 Complaint, Recertification Revisit, Complaint Revisit, Incident Revisit
Yes
01/26/2023 Recertification, Complaint, Incident
03/10/2022 Complaint Revisit, Incident Revisit
Yes
02/24/2022 Complaint, Incident
11/17/2021 Recertification Revisit, Complaint Revisit, Incident Revisit
Yes
11/17/2021 FIC
09/13/2021 Recertification, Complaint, Incident
05/12/2021 Complaint Revisit, Incident Revisit
Yes
04/15/2021 Complaint
04/15/2021 Complaint Revisit, Incident Revisit
Yes
03/09/2021 Complaint, Incident
10/07/2020 Complaint, Incident, FIC
09/03/2020 FIC Revisit
Yes
08/12/2020 FIC
07/23/2020 Complaint, FIC
06/09/2020 Complaint, FIC
03/05/2020 Complaint

75 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Iowa average: 27 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Accura HealthCare of Ames

The most recent inspection on July 15, 2025, found no deficiencies during a complaint investigation. Earlier inspections showed a mixed pattern, with some reports noting deficiencies related to resident safety, medication administration, food safety, and documentation, while others found the facility in compliance. Main themes of deficiencies included accident hazards and supervision, coordination of mental health assessments, medication management, and food handling practices. Several complaint investigations were unsubstantiated, though some substantiated incidents involved resident falls and medication errors, but no fines or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. The facility’s recent inspections suggest some improvement following prior citations, with the latest survey showing compliance.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 5

Iowa average 4.9


Last Health inspection on Mar 2025

Total health citations 27

Iowa average 21.7

Citations per inspection
5.4

Iowa average 4.11


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

23 of 27 citations resulted from standard inspections; 2 of 27 resulted from complaint investigations; and 2 of 27 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 0.6


Serious Health citations More info 3
233% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 0.9

0 critical citations More info Iowa average: 0.6

3 serious citations More info Iowa average: 0.9

24 moderate citations More info Iowa average: 19.7

0 minor citations More info Iowa average: 0.5
Citations history (last 3 years)
Administration moderate citation Info Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations. Mar 26, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Mar 26, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Mar 26, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Mar 26, 2025
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Ames The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.

4 facilities compared · CMS & IA Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Riverside Manor
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Ames (Iowa Department Of Transportation)59 74.0% -2%4.08 --5%000.0069- 45 Mortine, Mark$6.9M$3.4M49.5%365429
Accura HealthCare of Ames
HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Ames80 75.1% 0%3.51 -10%-18%1275.4366- 59 Olson, Eric$7.5M$2.9M38%165423
LifeChoices at Bethany -
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Ames (Grand Avenue)---------000.00-- 82 -----
Mary Greeley Medical Center -
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Ames (Duff Avenue)---------000.00-- 64 -----

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Address 3.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Ames's city center to Accura HealthCare of Ames's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.55 miles to nearest hospital (Hy-Vee Clinic Pharmacy)

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 106
Employees 91
Contractors 15
Staff to resident ratio 1.51:1
24% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average ratio: 2.00:1

Avg staff/day 33
Average shift 7.4 hours
0% compared with Iowa average

Iowa average: 7.4 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 22,222
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 11
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.7 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 8
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.4 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 42
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.5 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

3.9%

861 contractor hours this quarter

Physical Therapy Assistant: 4 Speech Language Pathologist: 3 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Physical Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant4204210,63791100%7.5
Medication Aide/Technician180182,72391100%7.4
Licensed Practical Nurse8082,53291100%8.4
Registered Nurse110112,39291100%7.7
RN Director of Nursing2027626369%7.8
Administrator1015206571%8
Nurse Practitioner1015176571%8
Dental Services Staff1015166268%8.3
Dietitian1015046268%8.1
Speech Language Pathologist0332676268%3.9
Other Dietary Services Staff6062584752%5
Physical Therapy Assistant0442566875%3.3
Respiratory Therapy Technician0221613235%5
Occupational Therapy Aide011941213%7.8
Qualified Social Worker022493235%1.5
Occupational Therapy Assistant0112267%3.7
Physical Therapy Aide011967%1.6
Medical Director011211%2
42 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
18 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
8 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
11 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 69%
1 Administrator
% of Days 71%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 71%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 68%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 68%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 68%
6 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 52%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 75%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 35%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 13%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 35%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 7%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 7%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 1%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 70
Medicare
5
7.1% of residents
Medicaid
47
67.1% of residents
Private pay or other
18
25.7% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 11.3
10% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 10.2

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 22.4
In line with Iowa average

Iowa average: 21.6

Long-stay resident measures
Above average Iowa avg: 3.0 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 15.6%
17% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 18.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 27.1%
38% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 19.7%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 24.5%
7% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 26.2%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.7%
In line with Iowa average

Iowa average: 3.6%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 2.3%
48% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 4.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.9%
17% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 2.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 7.6%
51% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 5.0%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.5%
88% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 3.9%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 14.3%
25% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 19.0%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.1%
In line with Iowa average

Iowa average: 94.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 98.5%
In line with Iowa average

Iowa average: 95.3%

Short-stay resident measures
Above average Iowa avg: 3.3 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 94.1%
11% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 85.1%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 1.8%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 95.4%
30% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 73.3%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 25.6%
20% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 21.4%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 15.5%
18% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 13.1%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 54.6%
In line with Iowa average

Iowa average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 51.2%
In line with Iowa average

Iowa average: 50.6%

Penalties and fines

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 (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $40K
16% lower than Iowa average

Iowa average: $48K

Number of fines 1
41% fewer fines than Iowa average

Iowa average: 1.7

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 1
88% more payment denials than Iowa average

Iowa average: 0.5

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $40K
Iowa average $48K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jan 26, 2023
$40K
Payment Denial Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. Jan 26, 2023
10 days

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Elderly Waiver

Iowa Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+, Iowa resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Rural focus; waitlists possible.

Iowa Family Caregiver Support

IA NFCSP

Caregiver of someone 60+, Iowa resident.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

Limited slots; rural emphasis.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Iowa Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Iowa resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Iowa PACE

Age 55+, Iowa resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, Medicaid-eligible).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to western Iowa (e.g., Council Bluffs); expanding slowly.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Iowa SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Iowa resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Iowa VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Iowa resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in rural areas.

Able Up Iowa

Able Up Iowa

Age 65+ or disabled, Iowa resident, ability to repay loan, need for assistive tech or mods.

No strict limit; must demonstrate repayment capacity.

Not specified; credit-based.

Loans up to $25,000; statewide via Easterseals partnership.

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