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Edgewood Convalescent Home

Overview of Edgewood Convalescent Home
Edgewood Convalescent Home is located in Edgewood, Iowa. It offers a range of services including long-term care, skilled nursing, and assisted living. The facility is community-owned and focuses on providing compassionate, high-quality care to its residents.
(563) 928-6461

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.
5/5
Iowa average: 3.2/5
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.
4/5
Iowa average: 2.9/5
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.
5/5
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.
5/5
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.
4h 21m per day

This home provides 1% less nursing time per resident than the Iowa average.

Iowa average: 4h 25m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 56

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Iowa average
Occupancy rate 73.2%
Residents per day (avg) 43
Occupancy rate
73.2%
Residents per day (avg)
43

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

38% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 20 days

Private pay

61% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 7 - 8 months

Medicaid

2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 19 - 20 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$5.4M
Profit
$426.4K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$5,402,539.00
Profit
$426,392.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$2.3M
43.4% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$2.6M
Total costs $5.0M
Bed community size
56-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
73%
In line with Iowa average
Occupied beds
41 / 56
Average residents 51 per day

License details

Facility type
Free Standing Nf/snf
Status Active
Issuance November 23, 1961
County: Delaware

Additional licensing details

License number: 280322
CMS Certification Number: 165379
Certification type: FALSE
Accreditations: National Bronze Quality Award by the American Health Care Association
Inspection Rating: 5-star rating with Medicare

Ownership & operating entity

Edgewood Convalescent Home is administrated by Gisele Kruger.

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Rehab

All Levels of Care

Long-Term Care
Skilled Nursing
Assisted Living

Contact Information

Fax: 5639286462

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Long-Term Care, Skilled Nursing, Lincolnwood Assisted Living, Activities & News

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Varied menu with dinner and supper options.
Contact Edgewood Convalescent Home

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.

12 visits/inspections

Iowa average: 17 visits/inspections

Iowa average: 0 inspections

Latest inspection

Date:November 18, 2025

5 deficiencies

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

Inspection Report Summary for Edgewood Convalescent Home

The most recent inspection on November 18, 2025, found the facility in substantial compliance with no specific deficiencies noted. Earlier inspections showed some deficiencies related to vaccination documentation, nursing staffing levels on weekends, and medication administration practices. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated, except for one substantiated complaint regarding insufficient nursing staff that resulted in missed care. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license actions were listed in the available reports. The facility’s record shows some recurring issues with staffing and care processes but also evidence of corrective actions and improvement over time.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

Iowa average 4.9


Last Health inspection on Sep 2025

Total health citations 3

Iowa average 21.7

Citations per inspection
1

Iowa average 4.11


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

2 of 3 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 3 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 0
100% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 0.9

0 critical citations More info Iowa average: 0.6

0 serious citations More info Iowa average: 0.9

3 moderate citations More info Iowa average: 19.7

0 minor citations More info Iowa average: 0.5
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Sep 25, 2025
Corrected

Nursing Services moderate citation Info Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide. Oct 31, 2024
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Oct 05, 2023
Corrected

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

5 facilities compared · CMS & IA Dept. of Health data · Updated Mar 2026

Edgewood Convalescent Home
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.

Edgewood
56
79.1%
+5%
4.35
+43%
+1%
0
3
0
43
-
$5,3M
$2,3M
44.2%
165379
Akron Care Center, INC
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.

Akron
45
98.1%
+30%
4.71
+15%
+10%
0
4
0
42
City Of Akron
$4,7M
$2,1M
46.1%
165595
Accura HealthCare of Carlisle
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.

Carlisle
46
80.5%
+7%
5.85
-40%
+36%
0
17
2
39
American Healthcare Associates Inc
$4,1M
$2,5M
59.9%
165311
Accura Healthcare of Spirit Lake
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.

Spirit Lake
85
66.6%
-12%
4.29
-8%
0%
1
21
1
65
-
$7,1M
$3,0M
42.7%
165528
Accura Healthcare of Lake City, LLC
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.

Lake City
46
70.4%
-7%
5.17
-33%
+20%
4
39
4
40
Accura Healthcare Of The Heartland Llc
$2,0M
$1,0M
47.4%
165082

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

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

Total staff 79
Employees 59
Contractors 20
Staff to resident ratio 1.84:1
8% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average ratio: 2.00:1

Avg staff/day 24
Average shift 6.9 hours
7% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 7.4 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 15,021
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 13
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.9 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 3
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.3 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. 7.2 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

4.6%

694 contractor hours this quarter

Respiratory Therapy Technician: 4 Certified Nursing Assistant: 3 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Occupational Therapy Aide: 2 Mental Health Service Worker: 1 Physical Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Clinical Nurse Specialist: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant393429,34891100%7.2
Registered Nurse130133,11791100%7.9
Licensed Practical Nurse3039268189%8.3
Administrator1014786167%7.8
Nurse Practitioner1014245257%8.2
Speech Language Pathologist0221726369%2.5
Physical Therapy Aide0111105459%2
Other Dietary Services Staff202851618%5.3
Occupational Therapy Aide022761618%4.7
Mental Health Service Worker011691415%5
Physical Therapy Assistant022623336%1.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician044543437%1.4
Qualified Social Worker022544044%1.3
Occupational Therapy Assistant0111944%4.8
Clinical Nurse Specialist0111622%7.9
Medical Director0111233%4
42 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
13 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
3 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 89%
1 Administrator
% of Days 67%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 57%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 69%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 59%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 18%
2 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 18%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 15%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 36%
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 37%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 44%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 4%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 2%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 3%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total census
43 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicaid
19 residents (44.2%)
Private pay or other
24 residents (55.8%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

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

Nurse Aide Training

State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site

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. 11.1
9% 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. 25.5
18% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 21.6

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 24.2%
29% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 18.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 19.0%
In line with 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 33.2%
26% worse 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 4.2%
16% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 3.6%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 3.1%
30% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 4.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.6%
76% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 2.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.1%
In line with Iowa average

Iowa average: 5.0%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 5.7%
47% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 3.9%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 6.1%
68% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 19.0%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 81.4%
14% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 94.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
5% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 95.3%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 96.2%
13% 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 94.1%
28% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 73.3%

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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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