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Story Medical Senior Care
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Story Medical Senior Care

Story Medical Senior Care

CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
710 S 19Th St, Nevada, IA 50201-2902 View map
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Overview of Story Medical Senior Care

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Story Medical Senior Care delivers round-the-clock nursing care and daily physical assistance to residents in Nevada, Iowa. Short-term respite stays are also available, offering relief to primary caregivers who need temporary coverage for travel or recovery. Out of 60 total beds, the facility maintains a 95% occupancy rate, placing available capacity at a minimum.

Administrator Melissa Opperman and Director Ashley Wilson lead the facility, which maintains an on-staff physician to manage routine health needs. Physical therapy and restorative exercise programs assist residents in maintaining mobility and recovering physical function. For daily dining, a flexible menu serves soups, salads, and light meals between scheduled dining hours. Additional conveniences include an on-site barber and beauty shop, organized group day trips, and a wheelchair-accessible van for transportation.

Prospective representatives exploring nursing home placement or respite care options can get in touch with Story Medical Senior Care to verify open beds and learn more about admission requirements.

Facility Direct Line (515) 382-2111
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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.
▲ 63.2% Above IA avg. ▲ 63.2% Above IA avg.IA average: 3.1Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 40.3% Above IA avg. ▲ 40.3% Above IA avg.IA average: 2.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 40.9% Above IA avg. ▲ 40.9% Above IA avg.IA average: 3.5Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 52.7% Above IA avg. ▲ 52.7% Above IA avg.IA average: 3.3Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours Info 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.

Hours per resident per day vs Iowa averages

Rank #15 / 231Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 15th out of 231 nursing homes we track in Iowa for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Iowa average, with a ranking across 231 Iowa facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Total nursing care Info This nursing home is ranked 15th out of 231 nursing homes we track in Iowa for nurse hours. 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.

5h 31m

28% above state avg
Staff type
Hours / day / resident
vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
1h 17m
+48% State avg: 52m per day · National avg: 42m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
23m
−40% State avg: 39m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
3h 51m
+33% State avg: 2h 53m per day · National avg: 2h 24m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info 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.
4h 31m
+16% State avg: 3h 53m per day · National avg: 3h 31m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
0m
−90% State avg: 2m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
42m
+34% State avg: 31m per day · National avg: 29m per day

2 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric: Registered Nurse (RN) is +48% above Iowa average

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 60 Rank #116 / 241Bed count — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 116th out of 241 nursing homes we track in Iowa for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Iowa facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #63 / 260Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 63rd out of 260 nursing homes we track in Iowa for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Iowa facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
71 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy higher than 95% suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited. Rank #21 / 234Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 21st out of 234 nursing homes we track in Iowa for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Iowa average, with its Statewide rank out of 234. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Iowa that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
95% This home is often near full
Higher than the Iowa average: 78.3%

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeFree Standing NF
CountyStory
License Number855384
CMS Certification Number16E277
Certification TypeFALSE

Ownership & Operating Entity

Story Medical Senior Care is administered by Melissa Opperman.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Doctor on Staff
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Email mopperman@storymedical.org
Fax5153827760

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Salon
Outings
Activities
Activities
Specific ProgramsVisiting a Senior Care Resident, Senior Care Calendar, Story Medical Services
Operating Hours24 hours a day

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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.

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, violation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Iowa state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Overall vs. IA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 4 Better Metrics better than Iowa average:
• Violations (32% below)
• Federal violations (52% below)
• State violations (86% below)
• Violations per inspection (25% below)

Violations Info Violations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Violations Info Total violations cited across all inspections on record. Iowa reports these as a federal and a state component, shown below; the two add up to this total. 1623.4 This facility has 32% fewer violations than a typical Iowa nursing home (16 vs. IA avg 23.4).↓ 32% better
Federal violations Info Part of the Violations total above — the share cited under federal nursing-home requirements, which apply to Medicare/Medicaid-certified facilities. Federal + state add up to the total. 1531.2 This facility has 52% fewer federal violations than a typical Iowa nursing home (15 vs. IA avg 31.2).↓ 52% better
State violations Info Part of the Violations total above — the share cited under Iowa state licensing requirements. Federal + state add up to the total. 16.9 This facility has 86% fewer state violations than a typical Iowa nursing home (1 vs. IA avg 6.9).↓ 86% better
Violations per inspection Info Average violations per inspection. 1.21.6 This facility has 25% fewer violations per inspection than a typical Iowa nursing home (1.2 vs. IA avg 1.6).↓ 25% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityIA Averagevs. IA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 1312.7 This facility has had 2% more total inspections than the Iowa average (13 vs. IA avg 12.7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 2% more
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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

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

This home is administered by Melissa Opperman.

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 9223372036854775807

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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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The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Iowa average is: 60.3% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
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NH
MC
SNF
Cedar Rapids
60
Facility 60
IA AVG 67
Rank #116 / 241
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
IA AVG 78.3%
Rank #157 / 234
-4%
4.86
Facility 4.86
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #49 / 231
 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ +31%+13%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 239
1
Facility 1
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #1 / 233
1.0
Facility 1.0
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #1 / 233
-45-
48
Facility 48
IA AVG 49
Rank #137 / 260
Elaine Sample
$6.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG $6.9M
Rank #89 / 224
$3.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG $4.2M
Rank #107 / 224
53.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 53.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG 60.3%
Rank #163 / 224
165567
Briarwood Health Care Center ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
RC
SNF
Iowa City (Roosevelt)
62
Facility 62
IA AVG 67
Rank #107 / 241
87.1%
Facility 87.1%
IA AVG 78.3%
Rank #121 / 234
+11%
4.85
Facility 4.85
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #49 / 231
 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -20%+13%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 239
8
Facility 8
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #47 / 233
4.0
Facility 4.0
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #125 / 233
-54-
33
Facility 33
IA AVG 49
Rank #184 / 260
Kristin Schmidt-Solberg
$6.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG $6.9M
Rank #105 / 224
$3.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG $4.2M
Rank #122 / 224
52.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 52.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG 60.3%
Rank #172 / 224
165172
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NH
AL
SNF
Bellevue
46
Facility 46
IA AVG 67
Rank #153 / 241
76.1%
Facility 76.1%
IA AVG 78.3%
Rank #151 / 234
-3%
4.94
Facility 4.94
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #49 / 231
 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ +13%+15%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 239
9
Facility 9
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #55 / 233
3.0
Facility 3.0
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #84 / 233
-35-
64
Facility 64
IA AVG 49
Rank #80 / 260
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$4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
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Rank #166 / 224
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Facility $2.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
IA AVG $4.2M
Rank #197 / 224
48.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
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IA AVG 60.3%
Rank #193 / 224
165374
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NH
AL
MC
SNF
Wilton
34
Facility 34
IA AVG 67
Rank #229 / 241
85.3%
Facility 85.3%
IA AVG 78.3%
Rank #90 / 234
+9%
6.44
Facility 6.44
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #1 / 231
 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -36%+50%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 239
7
Facility 7
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #33 / 233
2.3
Facility 2.3
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #51 / 233
-29-
42
Facility 42
IA AVG 49
Rank #162 / 260
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Facility $3.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
IA AVG $4.2M
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Facility 64.5%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
IA AVG 60.3%
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165611

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Frequently Asked Questions about Story Medical Senior Care

Is Story Medical Senior Care in a walkable area?

Story Medical Senior Care has a walk score of 71. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Story Medical Senior Care?

According to IA state health department records, Story Medical Senior Care's license number is 855384.

What is the occupancy rate at Story Medical Senior Care?

Story Medical Senior Care's occupancy is 95%.

Are pets allowed at Story Medical Senior Care?

No, Story Medical Senior Care has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Story Medical Senior Care?

The team at Story Medical Senior Care can be reached at mopperman@storymedical.org.

Is Story Medical Senior Care a government-operated facility?

Story Medical Senior Care is a government-operated nursing facility in IA.

Who is the administrator of Story Medical Senior Care?

Melissa Opperman is the administrator of Story Medical Senior Care.

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