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Hillcrest Home, INC

Overview of Hillcrest Home, INC
Hillcrest Home, INC is a community-owned retirement home serving Sumner, Iowa since 1965. It provides nonprofit retirement living with a focus on dedicated care and strong local heritage. The facility offers independent living and skilled nursing care.

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: 3.2/5
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.
3/5
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.
4/5
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.
4h 22m 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 61

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Iowa average
Occupancy rate 70.5%
Residents per day (avg) 45
Occupancy rate
70.5%
Residents per day (avg)
45

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 24 days

Private pay

54% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 5 - 6 months

Medicaid

22% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 9 - 10 months

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$7.6M
Surplus of revenue
$222.1K
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$7,557,045.00
Surplus of revenue
$222,096.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.3M
44.3% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$3.9M
Total costs $7.2M
Bed community size
61-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
70%
In line with Iowa average
Occupied beds
43 / 61
Average residents 51 per day

License details

Facility type
Free Standing Nf/snf
Status Active
County: Bremer

Additional licensing details

License number: 90362
CMS Certification Number: 165502
Certification type: FALSE

Ownership & operating entity

Hillcrest Home, INC is administrated by Beth Diers.

Care Services

Nursing Services
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Contact Information

Fax: 5635788091
Contact Hillcrest Home, INC

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.

23 visits/inspections

Iowa average: 17 visits/inspections

Iowa average: 0 inspections

Latest inspection

Date:November 13, 2025

19 deficiencies

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

Inspection Report Summary for Hillcrest Home, INC

The most recent inspection on November 12, 2025 found the facility in substantial compliance with no deficiencies cited. Earlier inspections showed a mix of findings, including issues with medication administration, resident care, documentation, and staff training, but many complaint investigations were substantiated without resulting deficiencies. Main themes of deficiencies involved medication errors, pain management, grievance resolution, and failure to meet professional care standards. Several complaint investigations were substantiated, particularly related to medication and resident supervision, but enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s record shows improvement over time, with recent inspections consistently finding substantial compliance and fewer deficiencies than in prior years.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 6

Iowa average 4.9


Last Health inspection on May 2025

Total health citations 13

Iowa average 21.7

Citations per inspection
2.17

Iowa average 4.11


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

6 of 13 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 7 of 13 resulted from complaint investigations.

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 2
122% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 0.9

0 critical citations More info Iowa average: 0.6

2 serious citations More info Iowa average: 0.9

9 moderate citations More info Iowa average: 19.7

2 minor citations More info Iowa average: 0.5
Citations history (last 3 years)
Care Planning minor citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. May 15, 2025
Corrected

Nursing Services moderate citation Info Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide. Feb 27, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care serious citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Feb 27, 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. Feb 27, 2025
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

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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
Hillcrest Home, 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.

Sumner
61
85.7%
+14%
4.36
-44%
+2%
0
13
2
45
Mission Interests Committee Inc
$6,6M
$3,3M
50.5%
165502
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 124
Employees 70
Contractors 54
Staff to resident ratio 2.88:1
44% better than Iowa average

Iowa average ratio: 2.00:1

Avg staff/day 31
Average shift 6.9 hours
7% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 7.4 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 19,496
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 8
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.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 6
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 56
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.5 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

8.4%

1,631 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 23 Physical Therapy Aide: 7 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 7 Speech Language Pathologist: 6 Physical Therapy Assistant: 6 Qualified Social Worker: 3 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant33235610,06191100%7.5
Licensed Practical Nurse6062,0769099%8.3
Medication Aide/Technician7071,5358897%8.4
Registered Nurse8081,3888998%7.5
Other Dietary Services Staff4046158593%5.4
Nurse Practitioner1014976470%7.8
Clinical Nurse Specialist1014746470%7.4
Administrator1014725965%8
Physical Therapy Aide0774296369%4.3
Dietitian1013775257%7.3
Dental Services Staff1013394549%7.5
Speech Language Pathologist0662816066%3.1
Mental Health Service Worker1012202831%7.8
Qualified Social Worker0331675459%3.1
Physical Therapy Assistant0661495156%2.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician0771243842%3
Nurse Aide in Training4041201820%6.3
Occupational Therapy Aide101922224%4.2
Physical Therapist101681213%5.7
Occupational Therapy Assistant0111133%3.6
Medical Director011222%1
56 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
6 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 99%
7 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 97%
8 Registered Nurse
% of Days 98%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 93%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 70%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 70%
1 Administrator
% of Days 65%
7 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 69%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 57%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 49%
6 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 66%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 31%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 59%
6 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 56%
7 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 42%
4 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 20%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 24%
1 Physical Therapist
% of Days 13%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 3%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 2%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total census
43 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
6 residents (14%)
Medicaid
13 residents (30.2%)
Private pay or other
24 residents (55.8%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

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

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

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. 24.0
11% 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 18.0%
In line with Iowa average

Iowa average: 18.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 20.9%
6% 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 33.1%
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 1.9%
48% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 3.6%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 6.4%
47% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 4.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 4.5%
81% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 2.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 8.5%
69% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 5.0%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 4.2%
9% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 3.9%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 5.0%
74% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 19.0%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.4%
5% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 94.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.6%
In line with 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 88.3%
In line with 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 65.7%
10% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 73.3%

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 $0
100% lower than Iowa average

Iowa average: $48K

Number of fines 0
100% 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 $0
Iowa average $48K
Penalty History

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

Payment Denial Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. Apr 25, 2024
14 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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