Golden Age Care Center

Golden Age Care Center is a skilled nursing facility located at 1915 South 18th Street in Centerville, Iowa (zip code 52544), in Appanoose County. The facility operates 46 certified beds and is owned by a for-profit limited liability company. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are calculated using three component categories: health inspections, staffing, and quality measures. Golden Age Care Center receives a health inspection rating of 3 stars, indicating performance at the national average level in that category. The staffing rating is 5 stars, the highest available, reflecting staffing levels and consistency that exceed national benchmarks. The quality measure rating is 2 stars, which falls below the national average and indicates that certain clinical quality indicators tracked by CMS are performing at a lower level relative to comparable facilities nationwide. Golden Age Care Center is certified to accept payment through both Medicare and Medicaid programs, making it accessible to residents who qualify under either federal insurance program. Individuals seeking information about private pay options, supplemental insurance, or specific coverage questions are encouraged to contact the facility directly at (641) 856-2757. Financial eligibility and coverage details vary based on individual circumstances and the level of care required. When considered against national averages, Golden Age Care Center presents a mixed profile across its three rated categories. The overall 4-star rating places the facility above the national average of 3.0 stars. The standout metric is the 5-star staffing rating, which suggests the facility meets or exceeds staffing benchmarks set by CMS. The health inspection rating of 3 stars is consistent with national norms, while the quality measure rating of 2 stars indicates room for improvement relative to the national standard. Families and individuals researching care options in Centerville, Iowa, may use these ratings as one component of a broader evaluation that includes direct facility visits, conversations with staff, and review of detailed inspection reports available through the CMS Care Compare database.