Methodist Manor Retirement Community

Methodist Manor Retirement Community is a non-profit, corporation-owned skilled nursing facility located at 1206 West Fourth Street in Storm Lake, Iowa, within Buena Vista County. The facility operates with 93 certified beds and is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid patients. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Methodist Manor Retirement Community holds an overall CMS rating of 3 stars, which aligns with the national average of 3.0 stars. The facility's health inspection rating is 2 stars, falling below the national average in that category. The staffing rating is 5 stars, indicating staffing levels that exceed what is typically observed at the national level. The quality measure rating is 3 stars, consistent with the national average. These ratings are based on data reported to CMS and are updated periodically. Methodist Manor Retirement Community is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources. This dual certification allows residents who meet eligibility requirements for either federal program to receive covered services at this facility. Individuals and families seeking placement should contact the facility directly to confirm current bed availability, accepted insurance plans, and any applicable private pay options. When compared to national benchmarks, Methodist Manor Retirement Community presents a mixed profile across the three CMS rating domains. Its overall 3-star rating places it in line with the national average, while its 5-star staffing rating reflects staffing levels that are notably higher than those seen at many facilities across the country. The 2-star health inspection rating indicates that this domain falls below the national average, and the 3-star quality measure rating is consistent with typical national performance. Facilities in rural Iowa, such as those in Buena Vista County, may face distinct operational conditions compared to urban counterparts, and CMS ratings are intended to provide a standardized point of comparison regardless of geographic setting. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to review the full CMS inspection reports and visit the facility in person to gather comprehensive information before making a care decision.