Bedford Specialty Care
1005 West Pearl, Bedford, IA, 50833 · 7125232161
Nursing HomeMedicare CertifiedMedicaid CertifiedUpdated 2026-07-02
4.0
★★★★☆
Overall Rating
Health Inspection
4.0
Staffing
4.0
Quality Measures
3.0
39
Licensed Beds
4.0
Staffing Rating
Bedford Specialty Care is a skilled nursing facility located at 1005 West Pearl in Bedford, Iowa, within Taylor County. The facility operates with 39 certified beds and is classified as a non-profit corporation. It is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, making it eligible to serve residents under either federal program.
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services assigns star ratings to nursing facilities across several categories. Bedford Specialty Care holds an overall star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating is 4 stars, reflecting the outcomes of recent standard and complaint inspections conducted by state surveyors. The staffing rating is also 4 stars, indicating the levels of registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants relative to the resident population. The quality measure rating stands at 3 stars, which aligns with the national average and reflects clinical outcome indicators such as rates of hospital readmissions, falls, and pressure ulcers among the resident population.
Bedford Specialty Care accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources. This dual certification is relevant for residents who may transition between Medicare-covered post-acute care and longer-term Medicaid-funded stays. Individuals and families seeking care at this facility should contact the facility directly or consult with a benefits counselor to confirm current coverage details, as payment policies and availability can change.
When compared to national benchmarks, Bedford Specialty Care performs above average in overall rating, health inspections, and staffing, each rated at 4 stars versus the national average of 3.0 stars. The quality measure rating of 3 stars places the facility at the national average for clinical outcomes. These ratings are drawn from CMS data and are updated periodically based on inspection results, staffing payroll records, and quality measure calculations. Consumers reviewing this information should consider accessing the most current CMS Care Compare data to ensure they are referencing the latest available figures for this facility.
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About CMS Star Ratings
CMS assigns 1–5 star ratings to Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing homes based on three domains: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. The overall rating is a weighted composite.
A 5-star overall rating does not guarantee excellence in every domain — inspect each sub-rating independently. Data is updated quarterly.
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Data sourced from CMS Care Compare. Last updated via nightly pipeline.