Total staff
75
Employees
70
Contractors
5
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Fort Dodge Health and Rehabilitation
Nursing Home · Fort Dodge, IA
CMS overall rating
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.
Fort Dodge Health and Rehabilitation
Nursing Home · Fort Dodge, IA
CMS overall rating
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.
Fort Dodge Health and Rehabilitation accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Fort Dodge Health and Rehabilitation is Webster County’s premier location for short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. The facility offers skilled nursing services and in-house therapy tailored to individual needs. Residents can enjoy a variety of activities designed to help them stay active.
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.
Staffing hours breakdown
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.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 228th 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.
This home is ranked 228th 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.
3h 17m per day
Rank #228 / 241Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 228th out of 241 homes in Iowa. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Iowa average, with a ranking across 241 Iowa SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
vs Iowa avg
-24%
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Total Nursing (Weekend)
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.
| 2h 32m per day | ▼ 24% State avg: 3h 21m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
Capacity and availability
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
93.3%
Rank #32 / 247Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 32nd out of 247 homes in Iowa. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Iowa average, with its Statewide rank out of 247. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
172 days
Occupancy rate
93.3%
Rank #32 / 247Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 32nd out of 247 homes in Iowa. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Iowa average, with its Statewide rank out of 247. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
172 days
Walk Score: 14 / 100 Rank #216 / 249Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 216th out of 249 homes in Iowa. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Iowa SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Rehabilitation Services
24-Hour Staffing
Specific ProgramsIn-House Therapy, Stay Active
Staffing Data
Reporting period: April 1 – June 30, 2025 (Q2 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Staff to resident ratio
1.34:1
33% worse than Iowa average
Avg staff/day
29
Average shift
7.8 hours
5% better than Iowa average
Total staff hours (quarter)
20,672
Nursing staff breakdown
Q2 2025 · Apr 1 – Jun 30
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2025.
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
11
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.7 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
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.
9.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
26
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Q2 2025 · Apr 1 – Jun 30
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
0.3%
55 contractor hours this quarter
Registered Nurse: 3
Certified Nursing Assistant: 2
Staff by category
Q2 2025 · Apr 1 – Jun 30
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 24 | 2 | 26 | 8,847 | 91 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 8 | 3 | 11 | 2,533 | 91 | 100% | 10.7 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2,181 | 91 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,230 | 84 | 92% | 9.3 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 952 | 68 | 75% | 7.6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 793 | 71 | 78% | 6.3 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 7 | 0 | 7 | 712 | 64 | 70% | 8.7 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 574 | 66 | 73% | 8.7 |
| Dental Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 552 | 63 | 69% | 8.1 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 447 | 54 | 59% | 8.3 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 3 | 0 | 3 | 407 | 65 | 71% | 6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 388 | 61 | 67% | 6.4 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 374 | 57 | 63% | 6.6 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 120 | 26 | 29% | 4.6 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 43 | 9 | 10% | 4.7 |
26 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
11 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
5 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
100%
6 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
92%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
75%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
78%
7 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
70%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
73%
2 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
69%
1 Administrator
% of Days
71%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
59%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
71%
1 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
67%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
63%
1 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
29%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
10%
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
$10K Rank #154 / 246Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 154th out of 246 homes in Iowa. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Iowa average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 246 skilled nursing facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
80% lower than Iowa averageIowa average: $48K
Number of fines
1
41% fewer fines than Iowa averageIowa average: 1.7
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
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
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$10K
Iowa average
$48K
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
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.
14.8
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
14.8
45% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 10.2
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
28.4
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
28.4
32% worse 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
24.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
24.8%
32% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 18.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
32.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
32.7%
66% worse 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
27.9%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
27.9%
6% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 26.2%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.4%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.4%
62% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 3.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.4%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.4%
25% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 4.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.7%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.7%
11% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 2.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
9.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
9.8%
95% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 5.0%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
18.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
18.1%
366% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 3.9%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
13.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
13.7%
28% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 19.0%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.1%
5% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 94.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
88.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
88.1%
7% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 95.3%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.20
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.20
49% 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.
2.96
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.96
42% worse 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
97.5%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.5%
15% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 85.1%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Iowa averageIowa average: 1.8%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
72.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
72.7%
In line with Iowa averageIowa average: 73.3%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
22.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
22.3%
5% worse than Iowa averageIowa average: 21.3%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
17.1%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
17.1%
31% worse 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.
44.8%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
44.8%
17% 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.
49.8%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
49.8%
In line with Iowa averageIowa average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
50% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
23 days
Private pay
39% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 - 3 months
Medicaid
10% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
3 - 4 years
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
56
Medicare
1
1.8% of residents
Medicaid
39
69.6% of residents
Private pay or other
16
28.6% 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.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Fort Dodge Health and Rehabilitation based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
93.3%
↑ 3.9pp vs 2022
Net Income
$865.9K
↑ ~$292.8K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$3.3M
↑ ~$215.8K vs 2022
Profit Margin
11.9%
↑ 3.7pp vs 2022
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$7.3M
Profit
$865.9K
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$7.3M Rank #113 / 242Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 113th out of 242 homes in Iowa. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Iowa SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Profit
$865.9K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #143 / 242Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 143rd 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.
$3.3M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #143 / 242Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 143rd 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.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$3.1M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$6.4M
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
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| Fort Dodge Health and Rehabilitation |
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).
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fort Dodge Health and Rehabilitation
Is Fort Dodge Health and Rehabilitation in a walkable area?
Fort Dodge Health and Rehabilitation has a walk score of 14. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the address of Fort Dodge Health and Rehabilitation?
Fort Dodge Health and Rehabilitation is located at 728 14th Avenue North.
What is the phone number of Fort Dodge Health and Rehabilitation?
(515) 576-7226 will put you in contact with the team at Fort Dodge Health and Rehabilitation.
Is Fort Dodge Health and Rehabilitation Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Yes — Fort Dodge Health and Rehabilitation is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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