Mount Ayr Health Care Center

Mount Ayr Health Care Center is a skilled nursing facility located at 1504 East South Street in Mount Ayr, Iowa (ZIP 50854), within Ringgold County. The facility operates under for-profit corporate ownership and is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. It has a total of 46 certified beds, placing it among the smaller nursing facilities in the state. According to data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Mount Ayr Health Care Center holds an overall star rating of 5 out of 5, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS ratings are derived from three component domains. The health inspection rating stands at 4 out of 5 stars, reflecting findings from on-site inspections conducted by state surveyors. The staffing rating is 5 out of 5 stars, indicating staffing levels that exceed national benchmarks for registered nurses and total nurse staffing hours per resident per day. The quality measure rating is 2 out of 5 stars, which falls below the national average and is based on clinical data such as rates of hospitalizations, falls, pressure ulcers, and other resident health outcomes. Mount Ayr Health Care Center is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to eligibility requirements and coverage limits. Medicaid may cover long-term care for residents who meet financial and clinical eligibility criteria under Iowa's Medicaid program. Prospective residents and their families are advised to contact the facility directly at (641) 464-3204 to confirm current bed availability, payment acceptance, and any additional insurance arrangements. When comparing this facility to national benchmarks, Mount Ayr Health Care Center presents a mixed profile. Its overall 5-star rating and 5-star staffing rating are both notably above the national average, while the 4-star health inspection rating also surpasses the average. However, the quality measure rating of 2 stars falls below the national norm, suggesting that certain clinical outcome indicators may warrant closer review by those researching long-term care options. With 46 certified beds, the facility is considerably smaller than the national average for nursing homes, which may affect the range of services and specialized programs available on-site.