Centerville Specialty Care

Centerville Specialty Care is a skilled nursing facility located at 1208 East Cross Street in Centerville, Iowa (zip code 52544), in Appanoose County. The facility operates as a non-profit corporation and is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. It has a total of 46 certified beds, making it a relatively small facility by national standards. Centerville Specialty Care holds an overall CMS Five-Star Quality Rating of 5 out of 5, which places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS assigns this composite rating based on three component categories: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. The facility received a 4-star rating in health inspections, a 3-star rating in staffing, and a 5-star rating in quality measures. The health inspection rating reflects findings from standard surveys and complaint investigations conducted by state agencies on behalf of CMS. The staffing rating is based on reported nurse staffing hours per resident per day, including registered nurses and certified nursing assistants. The quality measure rating is derived from clinical data reported for residents across a range of health outcomes. As a Medicare and Medicaid certified facility, Centerville Specialty Care is able to accept residents who qualify for either federal program. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to specific eligibility conditions and time limits. Medicaid may cover longer-term custodial care for residents who meet financial and clinical eligibility requirements established by the state of Iowa. Individuals and families seeking information about coverage and benefits are encouraged to contact the facility directly at (641) 856-8651 or to consult with a benefits counselor or social worker familiar with Iowa Medicaid guidelines. When compared to national benchmarks, Centerville Specialty Care performs above average in several areas. Its overall 5-star rating exceeds the national average of 3.0 stars. The quality measure rating of 5 stars similarly surpasses national norms, while the health inspection rating of 4 stars is above average as well. The staffing rating of 3 stars is consistent with the national midpoint. With 46 certified beds, the facility is smaller than many nursing homes across the country, which may influence staffing ratios and operational characteristics. This data is sourced from CMS and reflects the most recently available reporting period.