Elm Crest Retirement Community

Elm Crest Retirement Community is a skilled nursing facility located at 2104 12th Street in Harlan, Iowa, within Shelby County. The facility operates with 50 certified beds and is classified as a non-profit organization under the "Non Profit - Other" ownership category. 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 three primary domains: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Elm Crest Retirement Community holds an overall CMS rating of 3 stars, which aligns with the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating is 3 stars, reflecting findings from state and federal inspection surveys conducted at the facility. The staffing rating is also 3 stars, representing the levels of nursing staff, including registered nurses and certified nursing assistants, relative to the facility's resident census. The quality measure rating stands at 4 stars, which is above the national average and reflects clinical outcome indicators such as rates of hospitalizations, falls, and other resident health metrics tracked over time. Elm Crest Retirement Community is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid payment programs. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing and rehabilitative care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to eligibility requirements and coverage limits. Medicaid may cover long-term care costs for residents who meet financial and clinical eligibility criteria established by the state of Iowa. Residents and their families are encouraged to contact the facility directly or consult with a benefits counselor to verify current coverage options and admission requirements. When considered against national benchmarks, Elm Crest Retirement Community presents a mixed profile relative to the broader landscape of skilled nursing facilities. Its overall 3-star rating places it at the national midpoint, while its quality measure rating of 4 stars indicates performance above the national average in clinical outcome tracking. The health inspection and staffing ratings, both at 3 stars, are consistent with national norms. With 50 certified beds, the facility is smaller than many nursing homes across the country, which may be a relevant factor for those evaluating care environments. The facility serves the Harlan, Iowa, area and remains active as of the most recent available data.