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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified

Northcrest Specialty Care

2001Health Street · Waterloo, IA 50703 · 94 certified beds

3192344423

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About Northcrest Specialty Care

Northcrest Specialty Care is a nursing home in Waterloo, Iowa. Its reported capacity is 94 beds. It is recorded as a nonprofit operator, part of Care Initiatives. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 32 citations, the newest dated 12 February 2026. No fine or payment denial is on record against it. Staffing reports put it at 3.29 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.

Public record

CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

2.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-08-01.GOV

Staffing rating

4.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

23

2.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-07-01.GOV

Staffing rating

4.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

26

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026Q1.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

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

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

Staffing rating

3.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

26

Inspection history (32)

Records from July 2023 to February 2026.

  • February 12, 2026 · D

    Citation F0584

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-12 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-12.GOV
  • February 12, 2026 · D

    Citation F0636

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-12 under CMS tag F0636 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-12.GOV
  • February 12, 2026 · D

    Citation F0926

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-12 under CMS tag F0926 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have policies on smoking. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-12.GOV
  • February 12, 2026 · D

    Citation F0640

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-12 under CMS tag F0640 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-12.GOV
  • February 12, 2026 · E

    Citation F0919

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-12 under CMS tag F0919 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-12.GOV
  • February 12, 2026 · D

    Citation F0641

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-12 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 2026-03-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-12.GOV
  • February 12, 2026 · D

    Citation F0880

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-12 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 2026-03-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-12.GOV
  • June 4, 2025 · D

    Citation F0677

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-04 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-07-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-06-04.GOV
  • January 30, 2025 · D

    Citation F0641

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-30 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 2025-03-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-30.GOV
  • January 30, 2025 · D

    Citation F0684

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-30 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-30.GOV
  • January 30, 2025 · D

    Citation F0692

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-30 under CMS tag F0692 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-30.GOV
  • January 30, 2025 · E

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-30 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 2025-03-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-30.GOV
  • January 30, 2025 · D

    Citation F0883

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-30 under CMS tag F0883 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-30.GOV
  • January 30, 2025 · E

    Citation F0880

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-30 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2025-03-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-30.GOV
  • January 30, 2025 · D

    Citation F0887

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-30 under CMS tag F0887 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-30.GOV
  • October 1, 2024 · G

    Citation F0684

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-01 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-14. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-01.GOV
  • April 11, 2024 · D

    Citation F0697

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-11 under CMS tag F0697 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-11.GOV
  • January 30, 2024 · D

    Citation F0550

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-30 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-02-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-01-30.GOV
  • January 30, 2024 · E

    Citation F0919

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-30 under CMS tag F0919 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-02-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-01-30.GOV
  • January 30, 2024 · E

    Citation F0801

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-30 under CMS tag F0801 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-02-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-01-30.GOV

Penalties

Total fines on file: $0

Staffing

Latest: 3.29 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)

Staffing trend (5 periods)

  1. 2025Q43.28 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-013.28 hrs/resident/day
  3. 2026-07-013.29 hrs/resident/day
  4. 2026-08-013.29 hrs/resident/day
  5. 2026Q13.29 hrs/resident/day

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

Ownership

Non profit

CMS Care Compare chain: Care Initiatives

Chain ID 106 · 43 facilities in chain (CMS)

  • Chain average overall rating: 2.9
  • Chain average health inspection rating: 2.5
  • Chain average staffing rating: 3.7
  • Chain average quality measure rating: 3.7

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

A separate ownership filing names a different organization for this listing. We are not publishing that name while the two government records disagree.

Recent changes to this listing

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  1. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "Non profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  2. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "Non profit - Corporation".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  3. Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "Non profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  4. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "Non profit - Corporation".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  5. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "Non profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

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 CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025

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

What Medicaid pays nursing homes

Iowa publishes what its Medicaid program pays a nursing facility per resident per day. It is not a private-pay price and it is not what a family is billed. It is useful because it shows what the state considers the cost of a day of nursing-home care.

Median facility daily rate

$307.06per day

That works out to about $9,335 a month at 30.4 days. The monthly figure is our arithmetic, not a number the state published.

Median we calculated from the state's own facility rate file. Period: January 1, 2026. Calculated across 381 facilities in the state's rate file.

Nearby alternatives

Other licensed providers in Waterloo, with their own public records.

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Trust & methodology

Where this information came from

Each block below is one file we read, the date on that file, and the fields on this page that came from it. The date is when the source published or we retrieved it, not the day we last looked at this listing.

CMS nursing homes (provider info)as of August 2026
Chain identifier, Chain name, City, CMS Special Focus status, County, Licensed capacity, Map location, Medicare certification number, Name, Phone number, State, Street address, ZIP code
CMS nursing homes (ownership)as of July 2026
Ownership type, Parent organization
CMS enrollmentas of July 2026
NPI
CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of June 2026
Staffing hours per resident day

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