Mechanicsville Specialty Care

Mechanicsville Specialty Care is a long-term care facility located at 104 East Fourth Street in Mechanicsville, Iowa 52306, within Cedar County. The facility operates as a non-profit corporation and is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. It has a total of 39 certified beds, placing it among the smaller skilled nursing facilities in the state of Iowa. According to data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Mechanicsville Specialty Care holds an overall star rating of 5 out of 5, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS uses a five-star rating system to help the public compare nursing homes based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. The health inspection rating for this facility is 4 out of 5 stars, reflecting the outcomes of state and federal inspection surveys conducted on a regular basis. The staffing rating is 4 out of 5 stars, which accounts for the number of nursing hours provided per resident per day, including registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants. The quality measure rating is 5 out of 5 stars, reflecting performance on clinical indicators such as rates of hospitalization, fall-related injuries, pressure ulcers, and other health outcomes tracked across resident populations. Mechanicsville Specialty Care accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment, making it accessible to residents who rely on federal health coverage programs. As a non-profit corporation, the facility operates under a governance structure that does not distribute profits to private shareholders. Prospective residents or their representatives are encouraged to contact the facility directly at 563-432-7235 to inquire about current bed availability, private pay rates, and any additional insurance arrangements that may be accepted. When compared to the national average overall star rating of 3.0 stars, Mechanicsville Specialty Care performs above average across multiple CMS rating categories. The overall 5-star rating, combined with a 5-star quality measure rating and 4-star ratings in both health inspections and staffing, indicates that this facility scores favorably relative to nursing homes nationwide. These ratings are based on data reported to CMS and are updated periodically, so individuals researching this facility are encouraged to verify current ratings through official CMS sources such as the Care Compare tool. The facility's relatively small bed count of 39 certified beds may also be a relevant factor for those considering placement options in Cedar County and the surrounding region of eastern Iowa.