Nora Springs Care Center

Nora Springs Care Center is a skilled nursing facility located at 907 W Congress in Nora Springs, Iowa, within Floyd County. The facility operates with 50 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit limited liability company. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities on a scale of 1 to 5, with higher ratings indicating better performance relative to other facilities. Nora Springs Care Center holds an overall CMS star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating stands at 4 stars, reflecting the outcomes of standard compliance surveys conducted by state inspectors. The staffing rating is 3 stars, placing it at the national average and indicating staffing levels consistent with what is typically observed across facilities nationwide. The quality measure rating is 4 stars, based on clinical data related to resident health outcomes across multiple categories. Nora Springs Care Center is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, meaning it is eligible to accept residents covered under either program. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to specific conditions and time limits. Medicaid coverage for long-term nursing facility care is available to residents who meet income and asset eligibility requirements as determined by the state of Iowa. Individuals seeking information about eligibility or coverage details should consult with the facility directly or contact the relevant state and federal agencies. When considered alongside national benchmarks, Nora Springs Care Center performs above average in three of the four CMS rating categories. The overall 4-star rating, combined with 4-star ratings in both health inspections and quality measures, places the facility above the national norm in those areas. The staffing rating of 3 stars aligns with the national average. Among skilled nursing facilities in Iowa and across the country, these ratings provide a standardized point of reference for comparing facility performance. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to review all available CMS data, visit the facility in person, and consult with healthcare professionals when evaluating care options.