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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.
Cornerstone Caregiving provides in-home care services in Mason City, IA. They offer a range of services including Alzheimer’s and dementia care, respite care, and 24-hour care. Their dedicated team focuses on compassionate care to enhance the quality of life for seniors.
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 80th 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 |
|---|---|---|
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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.
| 3h 26m per day |
Lower than the Iowa average: 75.4%Cornerstone AL is administrated by Connie Bleile.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 4 | 27 | This facility has 85% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Iowa nursing home (4 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 85% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2005.
| 0.2 | 1.3 | This facility has 85% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Iowa nursing home (0.2 vs. IA avg 1.3).↓ 85% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.3 | 1.8 | This facility has 83% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Iowa nursing home (0.3 vs. IA avg 1.8).↓ 83% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 12 | 15 | This facility has 20% fewer total inspections than a typical Iowa nursing home (12 vs. IA avg 15).↓ 20% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on October 22, 2025, was a complaint investigation that found no regulatory insufficiencies. Earlier inspections were mostly free of deficiencies, with a few isolated issues noted in 2023 and 2011 related to nurse delegation documentation, medication administration, food storage, and annual health evaluations. Complaint investigations have consistently been unsubstantiated, with no enforcement actions or fines listed in the available reports. Prior reports generally showed positive tenant satisfaction and compliance with certification requirements. The facility’s inspection history indicates improvement since the last cited deficiencies, with recent inspections showing no issues.
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.
23 of 32 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 9 of 32 resulted from complaint investigations.
67% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.6
122% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.9
Corrected
Corrected
Corrected
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Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
26% worse than Iowa average
22% better than 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.
9.6 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.
9.8 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.
9.3 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
27,662 contractor hours this quarter
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 48 | 95 | 143 | 35,694 | 92 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 17 | 14 | 31 | 9,262 | 92 | 100% | 9.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 6 | 10 | 16 | 3,813 | 92 | 100% | 9.6 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 10 | 0 | 10 | 3,315 | 92 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Dietitian | 7 | 0 | 7 | 2,586 | 78 | 85% | 6.6 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,042 | 67 | 73% | 8.3 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 6 | 6 | 937 | 68 | 74% | 6.7 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 936 | 63 | 68% | 8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 645 | 64 | 70% | 7.4 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 511 | 61 | 66% | 6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 487 | 51 | 55% | 9.2 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 440 | 55 | 60% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 436 | 44 | 48% | 9.9 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 386 | 49 | 53% | 7.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 225 | 42 | 46% | 5.2 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 4 | 4 | 207 | 51 | 55% | 4.1 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 5 | 5 | 141 | 22 | 24% | 6.1 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 18 | 3 | 3% | 6 |
Includes penalties issued in 2024
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)
82% higher than Iowa averageIowa average: $48K
41% fewer fines than Iowa averageIowa average: 1.7
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Iowa averageIowa average: 0.5
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
1 penalty in the past 3 years
Aug 30, 2024 · $87K
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Aug 30, 2024Last updated: Jan 2026
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.
12.3
20% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 10.2
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
25.9
20% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 21.6
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
21.5%
15% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 18.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
26.2%
33% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 19.7%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
29.9%
14% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 26.2%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.4%
22% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 3.6%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.1%
6% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 4.4%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.4%
45% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 2.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.4%
8% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 5.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
5.4%
39% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 3.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
21.0%
11% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 19.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
94.9%
In line with Iowa averageIowa average: 94.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.8%
In line with Iowa averageIowa average: 95.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
78.0%
8% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 85.1%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.7%
49% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 1.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
52.2%
29% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 73.3%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
35% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
44% of new residents, often for short stays.
21% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
159Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
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 Cornerstone AL 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 #9 / 242Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 9th 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.
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
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Estimated distance in miles from Mason City's city center to Cornerstone AL's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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| Wesley Acres |
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).
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. | Des Moines (Greenwood) | 80 | 384.1% | +409% | 4.24 | +43% | -1% | $0 | 5 | 1.7 | - | 75 | 72 | Damon Buskohl | $44.7M | $22.6M | 50.6% | 165487 | ||||
| Cornerstone AL |
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).
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. | Mason City | 92 | 77.4% | +3% | 4.45 | -43% | +4% | $87.5k | 32 | 4.0 | 3 | 158 | 84 | Good Shepherd Geriatric Center Inc | $20.8M | $10.8M | 52% | 165072 |
The legal owner and operator of Cornerstone AL is No Related Entities Found.
Cornerstone AL has a walk score of 84. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
According to IA state health department records, Cornerstone AL's license number is S0120.
Cornerstone AL's occupancy is 33%.
The team at Cornerstone AL can be reached at [email protected].
Connie Bleile is the administrator of Cornerstone AL.
Cornerstone AL has 92 beds.
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