Occupancy rate
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Nursing Home in Iowa City
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Briarwood Health Care Center
Nursing Home in Iowa City
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Briarwood Health Care Center
Overview of Briarwood Health Care Center
Briarwood Health Care Center of Iowa City offers a haven of reliable and comprehensive services, encompassing rehabilitation, long-term care, and respite care. The center’s serene setting creates an atmosphere akin to heaven, providing a well-maintained and inviting community for its residents. One of the center’s standout features is its specialization in skilled therapy services, tailored to aid individuals transitioning from hospital-based settings to their previous levels of independence. With a patient-centered approach at its core, the center boasts a vibrant and dynamic events calendar, accompanied by a monthly newsletter that keeps residents engaged and informed.
Around-the-clock nursing services ensure that residents receive the support they need, including specialized treatments such as IV medications, wound care, and therapeutic services like occupational, physical, or speech therapy. The center’s commitment to individualized care extends to customized nutrition services, reflecting its dedication to meeting residents’ unique needs. The center’s excellence is further underscored by its high nursing home ratings, a testament to its unwavering commitment to quality care. As a reputable establishment, the Briarwood Health Care Center is fully compliant with nursing home rules and regulations, ensuring a safe and well-regulated environment for residents.
Kristin Solberg, LNHA, OTR/L, serves as the Facility Administrator at Briarwood Health Care Center. She oversees the community's operations and is dedicated to meeting the needs of patients and their families with a variety of supportive services.
Quality ratings
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.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
62
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
80.6%
Residents per day (avg)
52
Occupancy rate
80.6%
Residents per day (avg)
52
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
41% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 months
Private pay
49% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
6 - 7 months
Medicaid
10% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
10 - 11 months
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$7.4M
Profit
$744.0K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$7.4M
Profit
$744.0K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$2.9M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$3.4M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$6.2M
62-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
28 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 33 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Iowa averageOccupied beds
50 / 62
Average residents
51 per day
IssuanceJanuary 6, 2025
ExpirationJanuary 6, 2026
CountyJohnson
License Number520101
Year Opened02/01/1998
CMS Certification Number165172
AwardsGovernor's Award For Quality Care
Briarwood Health Care Center is administrated by Kristin Solberg.
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Rehabilitation
Email
[email protected]
Fax3193519225
Specific ProgramsRehabilitation, Long-Term Care, Respite Care
Types of Care at Briarwood Health Care Center
Skilled Nursing
Respite Care
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.
16 visits/inspections
4 visits/inspections triggered by complaints
Breakdown by inspection type
- 9 renewal/recertification inspections
- 4 complaint investigations
- 3 incident investigations
Iowa average: 17 visits/inspections
Iowa average: 0 inspections
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Latest inspection
Date
December 3, 2025
Inspection history
12/03/2025
Recertification
06/10/2025
Complaint
11/13/2024
Recertification Revisit, Incident Revisit
Yes
10/10/2024
Recertification, Incident
09/13/2024
Incident
05/21/2024
Complaint, Incident
08/14/2023
Recertification Revisit
Yes
08/10/2023
Recertification
04/27/2023
Complaint, FIC
06/23/2022
Recertification Revisit, Complaint Revisit
Yes
06/16/2022
Recertification, Complaint
10/04/2021
Complaint, Incident, FIC
05/29/2021
Recertification Revisit, Complaint Revisit
Yes
04/29/2021
Recertification, Complaint
01/07/2021
FIC
06/17/2020
FIC
19 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Iowa average: 27 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Briarwood Health Care Center
The most recent inspection on December 3, 2025 found the facility to be in substantial compliance with no deficiencies noted. Earlier inspections showed some deficiencies primarily related to medication administration, resident assessments, immunizations, catheter care, and documentation of advance directives. Complaint investigations during this period were consistently found to be unsubstantiated or resulted in findings of substantial compliance. There were no fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or enforcement actions listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history indicates improvement over time, with recent surveys showing compliance after addressing prior issues.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
3
Iowa average 4.9
Last Health inspection on Oct 2024
Total health citations
9
Iowa average 21.7
Citations per inspection
3
Iowa average 4.11
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 9 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.6
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.9
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
9 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Oct 10, 2024
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Oct 10, 2024
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Oct 10, 2024
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Oct 10, 2024
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Oct 10, 2024
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Oct 10, 2024
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Aug 10, 2023
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Aug 10, 2023
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
86
Employees
75
Contractors
11
Staff to resident ratio
1.69:1
16% worse than Iowa averageIowa average ratio: 2.00:1
Avg staff/day
32
Average shift
7.1 hours
0% compared with Iowa averageIowa average: 7.4 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
20,538
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
7
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.5 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
6
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.5 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
53
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.1 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.1 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
4%
825 contractor hours this quarter
Speech Language Pathologist: 2
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
Medical Director: 1
Physical Therapy Aide: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 53 | 0 | 53 | 12,891 | 91 | 100% | 7.1 |
| Registered Nurse | 7 | 0 | 7 | 2,203 | 91 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,083 | 91 | 100% | 9.5 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,024 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 475 | 58 | 64% | 8.2 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 278 | 59 | 65% | 4.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 270 | 76 | 84% | 3.5 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 247 | 47 | 52% | 5.3 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 147 | 57 | 63% | 2.6 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 126 | 62 | 68% | 2 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 115 | 32 | 35% | 3.6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 92 | 21 | 23% | 4.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 27 | 10 | 11% | 2.7 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 26 | 13 | 14% | 2 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 22 | 3 | 3% | 7.3 |
53 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
7 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
6 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
2 Administrator
% of Days
70%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
70%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
64%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
65%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
84%
1 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
52%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
63%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
68%
1 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
35%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
23%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
11%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
14%
2 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
3%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
51 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
5 residents (9.8%)
Medicaid
13 residents (25.5%)
Private pay or other
33 residents (64.7%)
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.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
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
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
6.7
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
6.7
34% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 10.2
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
18.5
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
18.5
14% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 21.6
Long-stay resident measures
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
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
16.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
16.6%
12% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 18.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
11.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
11.3%
43% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 19.7%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
27.7%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
27.7%
5% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 26.2%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.6%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.6%
55% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 3.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
0.0%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
0.0%
100% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 4.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
7.8%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
7.8%
215% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 2.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.1%
18% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 5.0%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.4%
39% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 3.9%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
3.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
3.8%
80% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 19.0%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
6% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 94.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
5% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 95.3%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.49
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.49
68% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 1.48
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.93
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.93
8% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 2.09
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
18% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 85.1%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
4.5%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
4.5%
144% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 1.8%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
36% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 73.3%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
29.1%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
29.1%
36% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 21.4%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
5.9%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
5.9%
55% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 13.1%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
48.7%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
48.7%
9% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
46.0%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
46.0%
9% 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.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Briarwood Health Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
81.2%
↑ 2.3pp vs 2022
Net Income
$744.0K
↑ ~$442.9K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$3.7M
↑ $299 vs 2022
Profit Margin
10.1%
↑ 5.7pp vs 2022
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