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Nursing Home in Iowa

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.

Mississippi Valley Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

Nursing Home in Iowa

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.

Mississippi Valley Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

500 Messenger Road, Keokuk, IA 526322911 View map
Overview of Mississippi Valley Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
Mississippi Valley Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing facility located in Keokuk, Iowa. It specializes in respiratory and complex medical care, providing a compassionate environment for individuals to achieve their highest level of well-being. The facility offers personalized rehabilitation programs and has a professional staff dedicated to patient 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.
4/5
Iowa average: 3.3/5
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: 3.0/5
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.
2/5
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.
2h 44m per day

This home provides 38% 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 83

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Iowa average
Occupancy rate 75.9%
Residents per day (avg) 60
Occupancy rate
75.9%
Residents per day (avg)
60

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care Ongoing support needs

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

31% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

16% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Medicaid

53% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 11 - 12 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$13.8M
Profit
$2.2M
Privately-owned community Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$13,841,095.00
Profit
$2,170,850.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$6.2M
45% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.3M
Total costs $11.6M
Bed community size
83-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
76%
In line with Iowa average
Occupied beds
63 / 83
Average residents 51 per day

License Details

Facility TypeFree Standing Nf/snf
StatusActive
CountyLee

Additional Licensing Details

License Number560133
CMS Certification Number165151
Certification TypeFALSE

Ownership & Operating Entity

Mississippi Valley Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is administrated by Michael Blume.

Owner NameSoutheast Iowa Behavioral Health Care Center(ICF/PMI) | 560181 Southeast Iowa Health Care Center (Free Standing NF/SNF) | 560181

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Doctor on Staff
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax3195248642

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age18

Amenities & Lifestyle

0 amenities
Specific ProgramsPrograms & Services, Respiratory Therapy, Testimonials, Calendar, Careers, Contact Us
Contact Mississippi Valley Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

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 April 3, 2025

38 deficiencies

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

Iowa average: 27 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Mississippi Valley Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

The most recent inspection on April 3, 2025 found the facility to be in substantial compliance with no deficiencies noted. Earlier inspections showed a mixed record with several deficiencies related to resident care plans, supervision, medication management, staffing levels, and infection control. Prior complaint investigations included a substantiated case involving second degree burns from elevated shower water temperatures and issues with insufficient nursing staff for resident bathing needs. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility appears to have addressed previous deficiencies effectively, with multiple follow-up inspections confirming corrections and substantial compliance.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 4

Iowa average 4.9


Last Health inspection on Jun 2024

Total health citations 24

Iowa average 21.7

Citations per inspection
6

Iowa average 4.11


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

20 of 24 citations resulted from standard inspections; 2 of 24 resulted from complaint investigations; and 2 of 24 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 3
233% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 0.9

0 critical citations More info Iowa average: 0.6

3 serious citations More info Iowa average: 0.9

21 moderate citations More info Iowa average: 19.7

0 minor citations More info Iowa average: 0.5
Citations history (last 3 years)
Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Jun 19, 2024
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. Jun 19, 2024
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. Jun 19, 2024
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. Jun 19, 2024
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 Apr 2026

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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
2.0
0
42
City Of Akron
$4.7M
$2.1M
46.1%
165595
Mississippi Valley Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
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.

Keokuk
83
59.9%
-21%
2.73
-2%
-36%
3
24
6.0
3
60
Lexington Square Irrevocable Trust
$13.7M
$6.2M
45.3%
165151
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
5.7
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
7.0
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
3.9
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 142
Employees 119
Contractors 23
Staff to resident ratio 2.29:1
15% better than Iowa average

Iowa average ratio: 2.00:1

Avg staff/day 55
Average shift 7.8 hours
5% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 7.4 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 39,281
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 16
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.4 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 14
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.8 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 58
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

3.4%

1,327 contractor hours this quarter

Speech Language Pathologist: 4 Certified Nursing Assistant: 3 Physical Therapy Aide: 3 Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Licensed Practical Nurse: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapist: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff: 1 Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant5535816,94291100%7.5
Qualified Activities Professional210216,93491100%8.6
Registered Nurse160166,38291100%9.4
Licensed Practical Nurse131143,77991100%8.8
Other Dietary Services Staff4041,79891100%7.8
Nurse Practitioner2024775965%8.1
Clinical Nurse Specialist1014685965%7.9
Medication Aide/Technician1014624145%11.3
Dietitian1014585965%7.8
Dental Services Staff1014455662%7.9
Physical Therapy Aide0332746571%4.2
Administrator1012603943%6.7
Speech Language Pathologist0441634448%3.7
Other Activities Staff3031432224%6
Occupational Therapy Aide011714044%1.8
Qualified Social Worker022643336%1.8
Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff011581112%5.3
Physical Therapy Assistant033392022%1.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician022311921%1.6
Occupational Therapy Assistant0112233%7.4
Occupational Therapist0111233%3.9
Medical Director011111%0.5
58 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
21 Qualified Activities Professional
% of Days 100%
16 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
14 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 100%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 65%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 65%
1 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 45%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 65%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 62%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 71%
1 Administrator
% of Days 43%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 48%
3 Other Activities Staff
% of Days 24%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 44%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 36%
1 Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff
% of Days 12%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 22%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 21%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 3%
1 Occupational Therapist
% of Days 3%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 1%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total census
62 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
7 residents (11.3%)
Medicaid
54 residents (87.1%)
Private pay or other
1 resident (1.6%)
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.

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. 4.9
52% better 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. 11.2
48% better 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 8.7%
54% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 18.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 3.2%
84% better 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 21.6%
18% better 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 0.4%
88% 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 8.9%
103% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 4.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 9.5%
284% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 2.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 3.5%
30% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 5.0%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 1.5%
61% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 3.9%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 11.9%
37% better than Iowa average

Iowa average: 19.0%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
6% better 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 71.9%
15% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 85.1%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 4.8%
158% worse than Iowa average

Iowa average: 1.8%

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 $29K
39% lower than Iowa average

Iowa average: $48K

Number of fines 3
77% more 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. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Iowa average

Iowa average: 0.5

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $29K
Iowa average $48K
Penalty History

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

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jun 19, 2024
$11K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jan 24, 2024
$9K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Feb 23, 2023
$10K

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.

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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.