Lyon Specialty Care

Lyon Specialty Care is a skilled nursing facility located at 1010 South Union in Rock Rapids, Iowa, within Lyon County. The facility operates 45 certified beds and is classified as a non-profit corporation. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities across several categories. Lyon Specialty Care holds an overall CMS star rating of 4 out of 5, which places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating for this facility is 4 out of 5, reflecting the outcomes of on-site surveys conducted by state inspectors. The staffing rating is also 4 out of 5, which accounts for the levels of registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants relative to the number of residents. The quality measure rating is 3 out of 5, which is based on clinical data reported for conditions such as pressure ulcers, falls, and other resident health outcomes. Each of these ratings is recalculated periodically as CMS receives updated data. Lyon Specialty Care is certified to accept payment through both Medicare and Medicaid programs. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to specific eligibility criteria and coverage limits. Medicaid may cover longer-term nursing facility care for residents who meet both medical and financial eligibility requirements under Iowa state guidelines. Individuals and families seeking information about coverage should contact the facility directly or consult with a benefits counselor to determine applicable coverage based on individual circumstances. When compared to national benchmarks, Lyon Specialty Care performs above average in three of the four CMS rating categories. Its overall rating of 4 stars exceeds the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection and staffing ratings of 4 stars each also surpass that national benchmark. The quality measure rating of 3 stars aligns with the national average. Rock Rapids is a small community in northwest Iowa, and Lyon Specialty Care represents one of the local options for skilled nursing and long-term care services in Lyon County. Prospective residents and families are encouraged to review the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare profile and visit the facility to gather additional information relevant to their specific care needs.