Accura Healthcare of Creston

Accura Healthcare of Creston is a Medicare and Medicaid certified skilled nursing facility located at 1000 East Howard in Creston, Iowa 50801, within Union County. The facility operates under for-profit, limited liability company ownership and has a certified bed capacity of 31 beds. It is currently active and accepting residents under both Medicare and Medicaid programs. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities based on three primary domains: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Accura Healthcare of Creston holds an overall CMS star rating of 2 out of 5. The health inspection rating is 2 out of 5, the staffing rating is 3 out of 5, and the quality measure rating is 2 out of 5. The national average overall star rating for skilled nursing facilities is 3.0 stars, placing this facility below the national average across most measured categories. The staffing rating of 3 stars aligns with the national midpoint, while both the health inspection and quality measure ratings fall below average. Accura Healthcare of Creston is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources. This dual certification allows the facility to serve residents who rely on federal Medicare coverage, typically for short-term skilled nursing or rehabilitation stays, as well as residents who qualify for Medicaid, which generally covers long-term custodial care for those who meet financial and medical eligibility criteria. Individuals and families seeking admission should confirm current bed availability and specific coverage details directly with the facility at 641-782-5012. When compared to national benchmarks, Accura Healthcare of Creston falls below the 3.0-star national average in its overall CMS rating. The facility's staffing score of 3 stars is consistent with the national average, suggesting staffing levels that meet typical benchmarks. However, its health inspection rating of 2 stars and quality measure rating of 2 stars indicate performance below the national norm in those two areas. With 31 certified beds, this is a smaller facility relative to the national median, which can influence staffing ratios, available services, and the overall care environment. Prospective residents and their representatives are encouraged to review the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare profile for this facility and consult with healthcare professionals when evaluating skilled nursing options in the Creston, Iowa area.