Dunlap Specialty Care

Dunlap Specialty Care is a long-term care facility located at 1403 Harrison Road in Dunlap, Iowa, 51529, within Harrison County. The facility operates 46 certified beds and is classified as a non-profit corporation. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Dunlap Specialty Care holds an overall CMS star rating of 2 out of 5, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. The individual domain ratings vary considerably across categories. The health inspection rating is 1 out of 5, indicating performance in that area that is substantially below national norms. The staffing rating is 5 out of 5, the highest possible score, reflecting staffing levels that exceed national benchmarks. The quality measure rating is 4 out of 5, which is above the national average and reflects the clinical outcome metrics reported for the resident population. Dunlap Specialty Care accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment, making it accessible to residents who rely on federal or state-funded insurance programs. Individuals seeking placement at this facility are encouraged to contact the facility directly at 712-643-2121 to inquire about private pay options, current bed availability, and any additional insurance arrangements that may be accepted. When considered in the context of national performance data, Dunlap Specialty Care presents a mixed profile. Its overall 2-star rating places it below the national average, driven in part by the 1-star health inspection rating, which is the lowest possible score in that category and suggests a record of inspection findings that warrant attention. However, the facility's 5-star staffing rating indicates that nurse and aide staffing levels compare favorably with facilities across the country, and the 4-star quality measure rating suggests that certain resident health outcomes are performing above average nationally. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to review the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare data for Dunlap Specialty Care, which includes detailed inspection reports, staffing hour breakdowns, and individual quality measure scores, in order to develop a comprehensive understanding of the facility's performance across all reported dimensions.