Maquoketa Care Center

Maquoketa Care Center is a long-term care facility located at 1202 German Street in Maquoketa, Iowa (ZIP 52060), within Jackson County. The facility operates as a for-profit limited liability company and is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. It has a total of 46 certified beds, placing it among smaller skilled nursing facilities in the state. According to data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Maquoketa Care Center holds an overall star rating of 4 out of 5. This rating is derived from three component ratings. The health inspection rating stands at 4 stars, reflecting the outcomes of standard surveys and complaint investigations conducted by state inspectors. The staffing rating is 3 stars, which represents the levels of nursing and care staff relative to the number of residents. The quality measure rating is 4 stars, based on clinical data points that track resident health outcomes over time. The national average overall CMS star rating for skilled nursing facilities is 3.0 stars, meaning Maquoketa Care Center's overall rating is above that benchmark. Maquoketa Care Center accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment, making it accessible to residents who rely on federal health insurance programs or state-administered assistance. Individuals and families seeking placement at this facility may also wish to inquire directly about private pay options and any additional financial considerations. The facility can be reached by phone at (563) 652-5195 for questions regarding admissions, services, and current availability. When compared against national averages, Maquoketa Care Center performs above average in overall rating, health inspections, and quality measures. Its staffing rating of 3 stars aligns with the national midpoint, indicating staffing levels that are consistent with the national average rather than above or below it. The facility's health inspection rating of 4 stars suggests a record of inspections that compares favorably to many facilities across the country. The quality measure rating of 4 stars indicates that resident health outcome data, as reported to CMS, places the facility above average nationally. Taken together, the CMS data presents a profile of a facility that meets or exceeds national benchmarks in most rated categories. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to review the full CMS Nursing Home Compare profile and conduct on-site visits to gather information beyond what aggregate ratings can reflect.