The New Homestead Care Center

The New Homestead Care Center is a long-term care facility located at 2306 State Street in Guthrie Center, Iowa (ZIP 50115). The facility operates as a non-profit corporation and is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. It has a total of 58 certified beds, serving residents in Guthrie County. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 2 out of 5, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are based on three component areas: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. The New Homestead Care Center received a 2-star rating in health inspections, indicating results below the national average in that category. Staffing received a 3-star rating, placing it at the national average. The quality measure rating of 4 stars is above the national average, reflecting stronger performance in the clinical quality indicators tracked by CMS for this category. As a Medicare and Medicaid certified facility, The New Homestead Care Center accepts residents covered under both federal programs. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to specific eligibility conditions and time limitations. Medicaid coverage for long-term care is subject to income and asset requirements determined at the state level in Iowa. Individuals and families should contact the facility directly or consult with a benefits counselor to confirm current acceptance of specific insurance plans or coverage types. When compared to national averages, The New Homestead Care Center presents a mixed profile across its CMS rating categories. The overall 2-star rating places the facility below the national benchmark of 3.0 stars. The health inspection component, also rated at 2 stars, contributes to this lower overall standing and suggests a higher frequency or severity of inspection findings relative to national norms. The staffing rating of 3 stars indicates performance consistent with the national average, while the 4-star quality measure rating represents a relative strength, exceeding what is typical nationally for that category. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to review the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare report for detailed inspection findings and additional data points when evaluating this or any other facility.