Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Most new residents arrive under Medicare (55% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 16 days.
Situated in Ankeny, Iowa, Mill Pond provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services within a single mid-rise, smoke-free community. Owned by PHS Management, LLC and administered by Jesica Culp, it has supported older adults for more than 20 years. Housing options include studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, and the community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private-pay residents.
The 60-bed setting typically maintains high occupancy and serves both short-term rehabilitation patients and long-term residents. Many Medicare residents stay for a limited recovery period before returning home. Independent living and assisted living apartments feature open layouts, full kitchens, individual climate controls, and pet-friendly accommodations.
Residents have access to daily assistance, housekeeping, laundry, social services, pastoral care, transportation, and organized recreational and fitness opportunities. Dining includes multiple meal selections, while a Presbyterian heritage continues to influence the culture and values of the community. Nursing support is available around the clock, with registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides providing an average of 4 hours and 54 minutes of care per resident each day.
Regulatory reviews conducted by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing have examined areas such as resident rights, care planning, medication records, and food safety practices. Recent complaint investigations found Mill Pond in substantial compliance, and no federal penalties have been reported in recent years.
Mill Pond is administered by Jesica Culp.
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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 24 | 27 | This facility has 11% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Iowa nursing home (24 vs. IA avg 27).↓ 11% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 1.5 | 1.8 | This facility has 17% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Iowa nursing home (1.5 vs. IA avg 1.8).↓ 17% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | IA Average | vs. IA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 16 | 15 | This facility has had 7% more total inspections than the Iowa average (16 vs. IA avg 15). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 7% more |
Iowa 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.
5 of 9 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 9 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Iowa average: 0.6
Iowa average: 0.9
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total hours from contractors
704 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 60 | 15 | 75 | 14,579 | 92 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 9 | 4 | 13 | 3,910 | 92 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 10 | 2 | 12 | 1,714 | 89 | 97% | 9.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 5 | 2 | 7 | 1,659 | 82 | 89% | 8.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,323 | 80 | 87% | 7.8 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 906 | 62 | 67% | 7.9 |
| Dietitian | 2 | 0 | 2 | 894 | 70 | 76% | 8.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 643 | 61 | 66% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 5 | 0 | 5 | 612 | 66 | 72% | 4.8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 66% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 394 | 62 | 67% | 6.4 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 2 | 0 | 2 | 389 | 67 | 73% | 5.6 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 121 | 56 | 61% | 2.1 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 57 | 8 | 9% | 7.1 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 53 | 13 | 14% | 4.1 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 26 | 3 | 3% | 8.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 22 | 6 | 7% | 3.7 |
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
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
55% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
28% of new residents, often for short stays.
17% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Mill Pond from 2012–2023, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Key figures below are for fiscal year ending in 09/2023.
Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 09/2023.
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 528 / 538 / 589 / 620 / 639 / 695 / 714 / 775 / 842 / 847 / 900 / 925 / 940 / 1060 / 1100 / 1178 / 1270 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Most new residents arrive under Medicare (55% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 16 days.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
1.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Ankeny's city center to Mill Pond's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the IA Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing (DIAL), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
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| Mill Pond | NH AL IL MC SNF | Ankeny | 60
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#32 / 239 | 96.3%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
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| Sunny View Care Center | NH HOS RC SNF | Ankeny | 94
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71
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$3.1M
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| The Bridges at Ankeny | NH AL | Ankeny (Centennial Pointe West) | 100
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71
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4.22
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$53.4k
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37
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21.7
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#488 / 528 | Holdco Ankeny, Ia, LLC | $11.8MFiscal year ending 01/2024
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$7.7MFiscal year ending 01/2024
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$3.1M
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#24 / 239 | 65.2%Fiscal year ending 01/2024
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65.2%Fiscal year ending 01/2024
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46.3%
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#165 / 239 | 165616 |
Mill Pond is located in Ankeny, Iowa.
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Mill Pond has a walk score of 16. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to IA state health department records, Mill Pond's license number is 770477.
According to IA state health department records, Mill Pond's license expires on January 2, 2027.
Mill Pond's occupancy is 98%.
Mill Pond has been operating for approximately 23 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Yes, Mill Pond allows residents to bring their pets.
The team at Mill Pond can be reached at jculp@preshomes.org.
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