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Accura Healthcare Of Ames, LLC

3440 Grand Avenue · Ames, IA 50010 · 75 certified beds

5152323426

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Public record

CMS Care Compare · Updated Jul 2026

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025Q4.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

4.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-06-01.GOV

Staffing rating

4.0

Quality-measure rating

5.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

12

Inspection history (19)

  • April 16, 2026 · D

    Citation F0641

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-16 under CMS tag F0641 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-04-16.GOV
  • April 16, 2026 · D

    Citation F0880

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-16 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-04-16.GOV
  • April 16, 2026 · D

    Citation F0628

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-16 under CMS tag F0628 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-04-16.GOV
  • April 16, 2026 · D

    Citation F0656

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-04-16 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-05-08. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-04-16.GOV
  • March 26, 2025 · D

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-26 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-26.GOV
  • March 26, 2025 · D

    Citation F0644

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-26 under CMS tag F0644 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-26.GOV
  • March 26, 2025 · D

    Citation F0690

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-26 under CMS tag F0690 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-26.GOV
  • March 26, 2025 · D

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-26 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-26.GOV
  • March 26, 2025 · D

    Citation F0851

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-26 under CMS tag F0851 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-26.GOV
  • September 18, 2024 · G

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-18 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-09-18.GOV
  • May 22, 2024 · D

    Citation F0803

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-22 under CMS tag F0803 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-22.GOV
  • May 22, 2024 · D

    Citation F0761

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-22 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-22.GOV
  • May 22, 2024 · D

    Citation F0583

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-22 under CMS tag F0583 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-22.GOV
  • May 22, 2024 · E

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-22 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-22.GOV
  • May 22, 2024 · E

    Citation F0804

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-22 under CMS tag F0804 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-22.GOV
  • May 22, 2024 · D

    Citation F0644

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-22 under CMS tag F0644 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-22.GOV
  • May 22, 2024 · E

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-22 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-22.GOV
  • May 22, 2024 · D

    Citation F0880

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-22 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-22.GOV
  • February 21, 2024 · D

    Citation F0658

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-21 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-03-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-21.GOV

Penalties

Total fines on file: $0

Staffing

Latest: 3.12 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026-06-01)

Staffing trend (2 periods)

  1. 2025Q43.12 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-013.12 hrs/resident/day

Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.

Ownership

For profit - Corporation

CMS Care Compare chain: Accura Healthcare

Chain ID 8 · 42 facilities in chain (CMS)

  • Chain average overall rating: 2.5
  • Chain average health inspection rating: 2.4
  • Chain average staffing rating: 3.2
  • Chain average quality measure rating: 2.8

Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.

  1. Parent organization: American Healthcare Associates INC

    parent · PAC 8527963339

Ratings, inspections, and penalties are public records, reproduced in plain English without edits to their substance. View source records · What these measures mean.

Typical cost

Genworth Cost of Care Survey · 2024

This provider doesn't publish a specific price to us. Below is the typical IA range for the care type(s) it offers. Use it as context, not a quote.

Nursing Homes

Median · IA$7,858/mo
See full IA cost breakdownSource: Genworth Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2024

Nursing Homes

Median · IA$9,277/mo
See full IA cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025

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